Did you hear it? There's a quiet revolution overtaking the music industry.
If you're trying to guess what Texas Leftist chose as the most significant event in music for 2013, here's a hint... it ain't Beyoncé. But I can guarantee you that what Beyoncé did was partly in response to this. … Continue Reading ››
Texoblogosphere: week of December 23rd
The Texas Progressive Alliance wishes everyone a joyful and joyous holiday as it brings you this week's roundup.
Off the Kuff wants to know why no one is taking responsibility for enforcing voting rights in Texas.
Eye On Williamson digs deeper into how the Democrats in … Continue Reading ››
Off the Kuff wants to know why no one is taking responsibility for enforcing voting rights in Texas.
Eye On Williamson digs deeper into how the Democrats in … Continue Reading ››
LGBT Equality: The New Normal
Located in the heart of the city, St. Paul's United Methodist Church sits right next to Houston's Museum of Fine Arts. The church is a large neo-gothic structure that echoes the grandeur and imposition of Europe's most impressive Cathedrals. Whether driving by, or riding the Metrorail, people always seem to notice St. Paul's. … Continue Reading ››
Diversity on Houston City Council
It's been quite interesting to see what amounts to a 'minor freak out' going on in the blogosphere right now. Suddenly, people are starting to realize that the Houston City Council isn't as diverse as they expected it to be? And, particularly from a gender perspective, will be even less so in … Continue Reading ››
New Mexico Supreme Court: Same-Sex Marriage is LEGAL
Take note Texas. Marriage equality just came to your backyard.
From Elizabeth Reed at news station KOB...
From Elizabeth Reed at news station KOB...
"In a unanimous decision on Thursday, the state's highest court declared state marriage laws unconstitutional and upheld New Mexico county clerks' decisions to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples.
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HCRP Sues Houston over Same-Sex Spousal Benefits
This surprising piece of news came from the Houston Chronicle late yesterday...
Harris County Republicans, led by the county's GOP chairman, sued the City of Houston Tuesday over Mayor Annise Parker's extension of health and life insurance benefits to all spouses of legally married employees, including same-sex couples in November.
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Houston City Council PASSES Payday Lending Reforms
Today Houston saw yet another huge ordinance brought forward, in what many are referring to as Mayor Parker's post-election "Progressive cram". Like college kids studying for the most vociferous of finals, the Houston City Council passed major regulations on Credit Access Businesses, or issuers of Payday and Auto Title loans. The ordinance … Continue Reading ››