If you are a regular Texas Leftist reader, then you have probably come across some posts regarding the Minimum Wage. This blog was even mentioned on the Forbes.com website over the issue.
It's important to blog about why an increase in the minimum wage is needed. But along with the blogging, I am exploring … Continue Reading ››
The Texas Progressive Alliance stands with the Garner and Brown families in the quest for equal justice for all as it brings you this week's roundup.
Guest blogger Kris Banks at Off the Kuff provided a visual guide to turnout comparisons in Harris County.
Libby Shaw writing at Texas Kaos and Daily Kos … Continue Reading ››
In recent times, there has been a large amount of focus on discrimination waged against certain classes, particularly the LGBT community and certain racial groups. But while it may not be as widely discussed, many Americans also face discrimination during a very important part of their lives... pregnancy. What is should be a joyous time … Continue Reading ››
Many that follow Houston municipal government have expected a charter amendment proposal to remove the city's voter-imposed revenue cap on taxes. With rapid growth and exploding property costs, most Houstonians understand that the cap hinders the city's ability to carry out basic functions.
But as Texpatriate reports, City Council is doesn't plan to stop with … Continue Reading ››
The cities of Houston, Texas and Ferguson, Missouri have nearly 1,000 miles between them. But for many Houstonians, this week's decision to let Michael Brown's killer free without trial had a strong and immediate resonance within the Bayou City. Citizens quickly mounted protests that not only spoke out about the Missouri decision, but renewed calls … Continue Reading ››
Anyone that lives in the city of Houston probably has stories of encountering the homeless. We see them at traffic stops, under freeway bridges, and at various points around town. Sometimes the issue of homelessness can seem like an insurmountable problem for a major urban area.
But Houston, under the leadership of Mayor Annise Parker and … Continue Reading ››
