If you can't tell the truth while everyone is watching, when can you??
Here's the shocking story from Progress Texas...
Greg Abbott’s lie about why he's defending $5.4 billion in Tea Party cuts for Texas school children is garnering scrutiny from Texas press, calling it "the most controversial exchange" of the entire debate.
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In the Eighth installment of the 2014 Texas Leftist Candidate Questionnaire, we hear from Susan Criss, former Galveston County District Judge and candidate for the Texas House of Representatives, District 23. She is a Democrat.
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In government, there is an inextricable, but also uncomfortable link between politics and policy. Politics is something of a theatrical endeavor... a compelling story, a charismatic candidate, the right thing (or the wrong thing) said at the right moment that motivates voters in one direction or another. It's an art form that in many ways … Continue Reading ››
In the Seventh installment of the 2014 Texas Leftist Candidate Questionnaire, we hear from State Representative Ron Reynolds, incumbent of the Texas House of Representatives, District 27. He is a Democrat, running for reelection.
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In the business of everyday life, it's sometimes easy for LGBT Texans to forget about the huge inequalities that they face due to state government. If you haven't been fired because of your sexuality, you may not think it's a problem for others, or just not feel the need to act strongly on the issue.
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In the Sixth installment of the 2014 Texas Leftist Candidate Questionnaire, we hear from Luis Lopez candidate for the Texas House of Representatives, District 132. He is a Democrat.
Please note: Responses have been received directly from the candidate, and have been posted ver batim from the email received. This is done out of fairness to all … Continue Reading ››