There was a time when some Texans had high hopes for Greg Abbott’s tenure as Governor. (emphasis on the term “some”). The mostly jovial and mild-mannered former Attorney General gave the impression that, perhaps, his administration would bring forth an elevated political discourse which puts the needs of real Texans before inter-partisan … Continue Reading ››
Tag Archives: Lisa Falkenberg
Final Ballot Language Approved for Houston Equal Rights Ordinance
After months of uncertainty, the ballot language for the Houston Equal Rights Ordinance. In a move ordered by the Texas Supreme Court, Houston City Council retooled the measure by a vote of 17 to 0.
Here's more from Houston Unites...
The ballot language is final: On the November ballot, Houstonians will vote “Yes” on Proposition … Continue Reading ››
Lisa Falkenberg Receives Houston City Proclamation
Tuesday was a very special day at Houston City Council, as the city's municipal government took some time to honor the work of one very special Houstonian. Here's the story from the Houston Chronicle...
Houston Chronicle columnist Lisa Falkenberg was honored by Houston City Council Tuesday after being awarded the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for Commentary. Houston … Continue Reading ››
State Senate: ‘We’re Holding Texas Medicaid For Ransom’
Despite overwhelming cries from across the state, the Texas Senate has once again ignored all common-sense on Medicaid. Instead of taking critical dollars that Texans are already paying for under the ACA, Austin lawmakers would rather make threats to cut the existing program, unless the Obama Administration meets a plethora of demands. Here's the story … Continue Reading ››
Texoblogosphere: Week of January 26th
Well more than two thirds of the Texas Progressive Alliance thinks this legislative session is off to an inauspicious start as we bring you this week's roundup.
Off the Kuff reviewed the state of play in the Mayor's races in Houston and San Antonio.
light seeker at Texas Kaos writes a thought provoking … Continue Reading ››
Texas Doesn’t Want Everyone To Vote
With the approaching apex of election season, debates over voting rights and procedures are certain to become vigorous. Last week on Houston Matters with Craig Cohen, I even managed to enter the fray with fellow panelists Russ Capper and Lisa Falkenberg over the issue. Russ stated that he is clearly in favor of Voter … Continue Reading ››
Houston Matters
Last week, I was honored to re-join the folks over at Houston Matters for a particularly deep discussion. We delved into the current developments over Houston's Non-Discrimination ordinance, the pressures of high-stakes testing for Texas teachers, and transparency accolades for the Texas Comptroller's office. The segment was hosted by Craig Cohen, and … Continue Reading ››