Monthly Archives: August 2016

Houston, Houston Politics, Politics

Harris County Officer Escapes Indictment in Death of Ashtian Barnes

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The numbers are startling, the similarities are haunting, and the frequency... incomprehensible.  As citizens across this country continue to be unlawfully detained, arrested and even killed by police under circumstances that are questionable at best, the grieving families of these victims are left with little peace or consolation. Such is the case for the family … Continue Reading ››
Houston Politics

Texoblogosphere: Week of August 15th

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The Texas Progressive Alliance announces that all of its members have renamed themselves "Simone" as we bring you this week's roundup. Off the Kuff notes the changes to the voter ID law that were approved last week. Harris County Republicans completed the epic fail trifecta with Commissioner Steve Radack's "enjoy your floods!" remarks, which … Continue Reading ››
Houston, Houston Politics

Mayor Turner Takes Chron to Task On Affordable Housing Debate

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Across the United States, election season is coming to a fever pitch.  But one year ago, Houstonians were already preparing for a crucial series of elections which would shape the future of the city, region and beyond.  Most of the debate last year was around the defeated Houston Equal Rights Ordinance, with few other … Continue Reading ››
Music Musings

Music Musings: President Obama’s Summer Playlist

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Even those with the toughest jobs need some regular ways to unwind and escape.  That includes the nation's best known elected official. In the midst of what is surely a much needed summer vacation, President Obama has given the people a quick ear into some of his current favorite sounds.  The 2016 Summer Playlist dropped … Continue Reading ››
Houston Politics

Pool Condemns Radack’s “People Enjoy Floods” Comment

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In a state as divided and gerrymandered as Texas, it's easy to assume that many of the state and local elections to be held this November are just about decided after the Primaries.  Districts are drawn to be so heavily Republican or Democratic, it is highly unlikely to see any sort of "surprise" happen on … Continue Reading ››
Houston, Politics, Texas Politics

Texoblogosphere: Week of August 8th

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The Texas Progressive Alliance is feeling the Olympic spirit as it brings you this week's roundup. Off the Kuff is pleased by the changes to voter ID requirements that were agreed to last week. CouldBeTrue of South Texas Chisme, like the US Hispanic Congressional Caucus, is disgusted with the CEO of IBC bank … Continue Reading ››
Politics, Texas Politics, United States

‘Leading’ Edge: The 2016 Green Party Convention

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One of the most challenging aspects of the American Political System? It is impossible to accurately represent the full, informed spectrum of political thought. It is often a vapid concoction offering the most drab philosophies of government, while constantly osmosizing and proselytizing the bright, energetic colors from its edge. But diluted in this process are not … Continue Reading ››