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Texas Leftist 2018 Endorsements- Democratic Primary

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For those interested, here are the Texas Leftist Endorsements for the 2018 Democratic Primary. Texas Primary Election Day is Tuesday March 6th, and Early Voting begins February 20th.  For the Primary, you must register to vote no later than February 5th (if you’re unsure of your voting status, here’s where you can check your registration).  Early voting procedures can … Continue Reading ››
Houston, Houston Politics

TLCQ 2015: Endorsement for Mayor of Houston

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The 2015 Houston Mayor's race is marked by a strong and diverse list of candidates.  At its outset, this close contest may be of some frustration to voters, but ultimately this is a good problem to have. Former Sheriff Adrian Garcia brings a record of executive experience and a positive outlook, but has remained … Continue Reading ››
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TLCQ 2015 Responses

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For information purposes only, here are all of the TLCQ 2015 Respondents.  Hopefully this will serve to increase the available information for Houstonians as we head into Early Voting next week. Endorsements soon to follow.
Houston Mayor
 
Houston City Council
  At Large Position 1
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TLCQ 2015: Adrian Garcia

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In the Sixteenth installment of the 2015 Texas Leftist Candidate Questionnaire we hear from Hon. Adrian Garcia,  former Harris County Sheriff and candidate for Mayor of Houston. Please note: Responses are directly from the candidate, and have been posted ver batim from the email received. This is done out of fairness to all candidates. Publishing these responses does … Continue Reading ››
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Texoblogosphere: Week of August 24th

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The Texas Progressive Alliance liked it better when politicians wanted to kiss babies and not deport them as it brings you this week's roundup. Off the Kuff took a closer look at who votes in City of Houston elections. Libby Shaw at Texas Kaos and contributing to Daily Kos notes that when … Continue Reading ››
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Texoblogosphere: Week of June 29th

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The Texas Progressive Alliance is still celebrating love's victory as it brings you this week's roundup. Off the Kuff discusses the next steps for equality advocates. Lightseeker at Texas Kaos shares personal stories about the heartbreaking impact of overt racism. And though he has come to hate prejudice and racism with a white hot … Continue Reading ››
Houston, Houston Politics

Houston Mayoral Candidates Discuss The Arts

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The first major forum in Houston's 2015 campaign season may have been all about the Arts, but it was lacking in drama. Candidates hoping to replace Houston Mayor Annise Parker tested the waters of election season on some previously untested issues for local politics.  Rebecca Elliott of the Houston Chronicle has the story...
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