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Running: Stephen Costello Declares For Mayor

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With three successful citywide elections under his belt and a prominent position on Houston City Council, Stephen Costello is already a major force in Texas politics.  But today the At-Large Council Member has taken a step towards even greater prominence, formally announcing his candidacy for Mayor of Houston. Here's more information via campaign press … Continue Reading ››
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Chron: Sheriff Adrian Garcia Certain To Run For Mayor

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The clock is slowly ticking on towards the Houston municipal elections.  But one area that has seen significant action is the race for Mayor. This week, another major candidate has made moves that are sure to shake up the race.  Theodore Schleifer of the Houston Chronicle reports that all the signs point to an impending … Continue Reading ››
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Candidates Gravitate To Houston At Large 1 Race

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Though we are still a long way out from the high campaign season, Houston City Council races are already starting to get complicated... especially for Progressive, Pro-Equality voters. As John Wright reports via Project Q Houston, two of the city's most notable political forces are now in a crowded field for City Council...  
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PETITION: Raise Houston’s Minimum Wage

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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 ››
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Minimum Wage Increases Won BIG in 2014. But not in Texas

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Even as we continue to disseminate all that was Election 2014, it's important to note that one issue typically associated with Progressive policies not only survived the Red Tide, but proved to be one of the night's biggest winners.  Voters in four states and the city of San Francisco all approved increases in the minimum … Continue Reading ››
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City Council Deconstructs Rebuild Houston… A Little Bit

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Houston is a city that is growing and changing rapidly.  That change obviously refers to the physical form of the city with new homes and businesses being built in every direction.  But those changes are more than material.  Thanks to an influx of new residents, increased national profile and more ways than ever to inform city government of infrastructure … Continue Reading ››
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Montrose Residents Mobilize For Better Sidewalks

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More than a century old, Montrose is one of the most well-known neighborhoods in Houston.  In that time, it's been home to American Presidents, world-famous celebrities and various counter-cultural movements. It's also quite possible that many Montrose residents and visitors are walking on 100-year old, original sidewalks.  One can only imagine the poor condition when many sidewalks … Continue Reading ››