Monthly Archives: August 2014

Politics, Texas Politics

Leticia Van de Putte Calls for ‘Texas Solution’ To Expand Medicaid

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In the just released Texas First health plan, Lt. Governor candidate Leticia Van de Putte made it official, calling for a 'Texas solution' to expand Medicaid in the Lone Star State.  Here's more from the campaign via press release...

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Houston Politics

Wait… How Many School Districts Are Suing Greg Abbott, Texas GOP??

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If you want to know the true meaning of sacrifice, ask a Texas teacher.  Even now as schools across the state barrel into a new academic year, teachers are pouring long hours into their craft, and feverishly preparing to devote their time, energy and talents to a new crop of young minds. You probably remember … Continue Reading ››
Texas Politics

Texoblogosphere: Week of August 18th

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The Texas Progressive Alliance stands with the people of Ferguson in their quest for peace and justice as it brings you this week's roundup. Off the Kuff reminds us that there's one more special Senate election to go this year, and this one features a Democrat that's worth supporting. Harold Cook warns us to … Continue Reading ››
Texas Politics

Dallas: DART Orange Line Rolls Into DFW Airport

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August 18th is a truly historic day for Texas public transit advocates, as Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) begins light rail service to Dallas-Ft. Worth International Airport. After dreaming of such a connection for decades, Dallas has made it happen. Here's more from the official DART press release...
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Equality, Houston, Houston Politics

Houston Equal Rights Ordinance Won’t See 2014 Ballot

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After dropping a temporary restraining order, a State District Judge has set the all important court date for the Houston Equal Rights Ordinance.  As a result, Houstonians will not be voting on HERO in 2014.  Here's the story from Mike Morris of the Houston Chronicle...

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Music Musings

Music Musings: Johnny Mathis

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There is no singer in music today quite like Johnny Mathis.  Born in Texas and raised on the West Coast, his golden Baritone voice has rang across popular music for nearly six decades.  With 350 million records sold across the world, Mathis is one of the most successful singers of the 21st century.  Perhaps … Continue Reading ››
Texas Politics

Turning Texas Blue is About Texas, Not Expats

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A new piece in the New York Times takes a look at recent migration patterns to Southern states, and suggests that the reason for Virginia and Florida's quick path to swing status is based more on their migratory patterns than anything else.  Here's the post from Nate Cohn...

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