Tag Archives: Houston Politics

Houston GLBT Caucus Issues 2015 Endorsements

Over 40 years strong, the Houston GLBT Political Caucus has emerged from relative obscurity to become one of the state's most powerful political organizations.  Whether Houston candidates run seeking the group's endorsement, or specifically try to run against it, when "The Caucus" makes a move, everyone pays attention.  As Rebecca Elliott of the Houston … Continue Reading ››

Candidates Gravitate To Houston At Large 1 Race

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...  
After narrowly … Continue Reading ››

Texas Leftist Published in Houston CultureMap!

As the decision over the HERO petition jostles through the courts, a new debate has arisen in media... should the ordinance be subject to a vote of the people?  Yesterday Clifford Pugh, Editor-in-Chief at CultureMap Houston, penned a response saying that Houstonians should be able to vote on the measure.  Knowing … Continue Reading ››

Stardig Against Equal Rights Ordinance

Houston City Council Member Brenda Stardig has finally revealed how she plans to vote on the proposed Equal Rights ordinance. In a District A newsletter, here's what she said about the proposed ordinance...

Thank you for your recent email about the proposed equal rights ordinance.  While most Houstonians and I agree … Continue Reading ››

Texoblogosphere: week of April 21st

The Texas Progressive Alliance is busy enjoying springtime as it brings you this week's roundup.

Off the Kuff evaluates the Castro-Patrick debate.

Libby Shaw at Texas Kaos is horrified by the Texas Republican campaign strategies that vilify women and immigrants. Boats N' Hoes, Snake Oil Dealers and … Continue Reading ››