At least, he thinks it enough to retweet the comment. From Christy Hoppe of the Dallas Morning News...
Dave Carney, a sharp political adviser who has helped guide Rick Perry’s state campaigns, tried to take on Sen. Wendy Davis, D-Fort Worth, over guns.
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Monthly Archives: September 2013
‘Engaging’ Houston City Council in the Equality Debate
In the wake of both sweeping national changes and historic movement in another Texas city, many eyes are now turning to Houston, and wondering when we will follow suit with a comprehensive non-discrimination ordinance. But this debate has been very active in the Bayou City for a while. In fact, Texas Leftist asked … Continue Reading ››
University of Houston Building Special 9/11 Memorial
For those of us alive in 2001, September 11th is a day that few Americans will probably ever forget. I'm someone that misplaces my keys and phone on a regular basis, but the events of 9/11 are still crystal clear in my mind. In the span of a few short hours, our country … Continue Reading ››
Texoblogosphere: week of 9/9
The Texas Progressive Alliance sends its condolences to Sen. Wendy Davis for the loss of her father as it brings you this week's roundup.
Off the Kuff encourages Sen. Leticia Van de Putte to join Sen. Wendy Davis on the ticket as the Democratic candidate for Lt. Gov.
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Off the Kuff encourages Sen. Leticia Van de Putte to join Sen. Wendy Davis on the ticket as the Democratic candidate for Lt. Gov.
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The Texas Leftist Candidate Questionnaire (TLCQ)
After lots of consideration, I have decided to develop a candidate questionnaire, with the possibility of endorsements for some races. It's important for voters to have as much information as possible when they go to the polls, and this blog is a way to add to that body of information. The questions will … Continue Reading ››
Mayor Annise Parker Takes SNAP Challenge, Addresses Food Insecurity
Even with campaign season slowly consuming all areas of city government, some good work is still getting done.
Last Wednesday, Houston Mayor Annise Parker announced that she would take the SNAP challenge starting this week. With the SNAP challenge, the mayor pledges to live within the same budget as … Continue Reading ››
Last Wednesday, Houston Mayor Annise Parker announced that she would take the SNAP challenge starting this week. With the SNAP challenge, the mayor pledges to live within the same budget as … Continue Reading ››
San Antonio Passes Historic Non Discrimination Ordinance
As parts of the United States continue to evolve on the issues of LGBT equality, progressives in Texas often feel like they're running behind. and of course they feel that way because they are. The Republican-controlled state government has pledged pledged at every turn to deny reality, and actively promote LGBT discrimination.
But the Lone … Continue Reading ››