During the 2014 campaign Texas Governor-Elect, Attorney General Greg Abbott said gave this as his current job's description...
"I wake up. I sue Obama. I go home."
Even as he prepares to assume the state's highest office, Abbott still has time to file yet another frivolous lawsuit claiming that the President's Executive Action on Immigration is … Continue Reading ››
When we're living in real-time, it's tough to spend much of that time in reflection mode. We get up and go on to the next big project or new gadget. We keep moving forward. Because of this forward motion, it's also tough to tell sometimes just how drastic some of the changes around us really … Continue Reading ››
There are some days when The Huffington Post really nails their front page. Today would be one of them...
Across the United States, many communities have already erupted in protest following the recent decision not to indict Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson after the … 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 ››
The Texas Progressive Alliance is back from its tryptophan vacation as it brings you this week's roundup.
Off the Kuff is cheering for the Texas same-sex marriage plaintiffs as they move for the stay of the ruling that threw out the ban on same-sex nuptials to be lifted.
Libby Shaw writing for Texas Kaos … 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 ››
