In government, there is an inextricable, but also uncomfortable link between politics and policy.
Politics is something of a theatrical endeavor... a compelling story, a charismatic candidate, the right thing (or the wrong thing) said at the right moment that motivates voters in one direction or another. It's an art form that in many ways …
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The Coastal Bend region's lead newspaper has announced its endorsement for the Lieutenant Governor's race, calling Democratic candidate
Leticia Van de Putte a "Democrat that GOP voters should trust." Here's an excerpt from the full-throated endorsement by the
Corpus Christi Caller Times...
The Democratic Party's effort has been all about Van de Putte's Senate colleague, … Continue Reading ››
It's been a good month for the Senator from San Antonio, as Alex Ura of the
Texas Tribune reports...
Democratic state Sen. Leticia Van de Putte and Republican state Sen. Dan Patrick, who are facing off in a fiery race for lieutenant governor, have both raised about $1 million since the end of May … Continue Reading ››
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