Van de Putte Bests Patrick in Latest Fundraising Haul

It's been a good month for the Senator from San Antonio, as Alex Ura of the Texas Tribune reports...
Democratic state Sen. Leticia Van de Putte and Republican state Sen. Dan Patrick, who are facing off in a fiery race for lieutenant governor, have both raised about $1 million since the end of May … Continue Reading ››

EEOC Strengthens Protections for Pregnant Women in the Workforce

Most of the American working population is probably aware that pregnant women are guaranteed the right to work, and hold their jobs when taking a temporary leave of absence for childbirth. But even today, many issues still result in discriminatory practices from employers.  Since the 1978 amendment to the Civil Rights Act, pregnancy discrimination cases have incrementally throughout … Continue Reading ››

Rick Perry Wants BOOTS On The Border, Not Humanitarian Aid

Long gone are the days when Rick Perry showed any semblance of compassion for the plight of undocumented children and families.  Instead of working to find a solution to his state's most recent border crisis, the Texas Governor and 2016 Presidential hopeful is doubling down on photo ops and party politics.  Here's more from … Continue Reading ››

Texoblogosphere: Week of June 14th

The Texas Progressive Alliance wishes you all a Happy Bastille Day as it brings you this week's roundup. Off the Kuff discusses the latest advances in voter ID litigation. Libby Shaw at Texas Kos reports on the busy week in Texas politics. Greg Abbott Blames Terrorists for his Koch Problem. Meanwhile the POTUS … Continue Reading ››

Could Worsening Traffic Congestion Hinder Texas Growth?

If you asked most people "what is the life-blood of Texas?"  The first answer they would probably give you is "oil".  "Water" or "money" could likely come in as other popular answers. The answer that more people need to consider?  The life-blood Texas, or of any state is roads.  Everyone in the Lone Star State depends … Continue Reading ››

City Council Deconstructs Rebuild Houston… A Little Bit

Houston is a city that is growing and changing rapidly.  That change obviously refers to the physical form of the city with new homes and businesses being built in every direction.  But those changes are more than material.  Thanks to an influx of new residents, increased national profile and more ways than ever to inform city government of infrastructure … Continue Reading ››

BREAKING: Houston Texans, Rodeo Plan To Level The Astrodome

For those that were holding on to hope that the historic, iconic and uniquely Houstonian structure could be saved, this secretive deal is certainly a big blow.  Here's the news via the Houston Chronicle...
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and the NFL's Houston TexansContinue Reading ››