The Texas Progressive Alliance stands with the marchers as it brings you this week's roundup.
Off the Kuff analyzed the Harris County precinct data for the Democratic Senate primary. SocraticGadfly offers his thoughts on the lawsuit by Seth Rich's parents. Stace offers his thoughts on law enforcement and media portrayal … Continue Reading ››
March For Our Lives Houston
The sound was at once unforgettable. So loud, so HIGH!! If you’ve ever heard the sound of a gaggle of young girls shrieking for their favorite boy band, you’ll get pretty close to what was heard. But take those same screams, and add the weight of purpose, the energy of determination and the urgency of … Continue Reading ››
High School Students Hold Inaugural “Day Of Unity” To Promote Civil Discourse
Sometimes words like "historic" just don't get the job done. But if this weekend's events weren't already historic enough to show the capabilities of our nation's young people with the March For Our Lives events on Saturday, some young Southeast Texans decided to forge yet another new path.
From Patrick Svitek of the Texas … Continue Reading ››
Austinites Search For Answers Amid Serial Bombing Threats
No matter how different the lives of Texans may be, safety is a concern which all of us share. We all want to live in safe cities, and not have to be constantly worried about major threats.
But unfortunately for the great citizens of Austin, one bad actor is causing much concern. Since March 2nd, a … Continue Reading ››
After Heinous Russian Attack, UK Action Finally Drags Truth Out Of Trump White House
In an era filled with constant streams of misinformation, a coordinated response from the United States government is becoming a rare, precious commodity. Americans can barely keep with who is on the the Trump Administration payroll, much less any definitive policy stances.
But due to a tragic event overseas, the White House has finally seems to … Continue Reading ››
Texoblogosphere: Week of March12th
The Texas Progressive Alliance congratulates the winners of last week's primaries and thanks those who did not win for their dedication as it brings you this week's roundup.
Off the Kuff gave his post-primary impressions.
Socratic Gadfly has his set of post-primary and pre-runoff thoughts, primarily on the Senate and Governor's races.
Neil at … Continue Reading ››
After Perplexing Attack On Sarah Davis, Have Texas Women Had It With Greg Abbott?
There was a time when some Texans had high hopes for Greg Abbott’s tenure as Governor. (emphasis on the term “some”). The mostly jovial and mild-mannered former Attorney General gave the impression that, perhaps, his administration would bring forth an elevated political discourse which puts the needs of real Texans before inter-partisan … Continue Reading ››