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Texas, Texas Politics

Planned High Speed Rail Selects Houston Terminus

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Even in the face of uncertainty and some fierce opposition, the bold plan for a high-speed rail line connecting Texas' two largest metros marches forward.  In fact, as Dug Begley of the Houston Chronicle reports, yesterday's news on the project represents a rather significant leap forward...
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Houston Politics

Pool Condemns Radack’s “People Enjoy Floods” Comment

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In a state as divided and gerrymandered as Texas, it's easy to assume that many of the state and local elections to be held this November are just about decided after the Primaries.  Districts are drawn to be so heavily Republican or Democratic, it is highly unlikely to see any sort of "surprise" happen on … Continue Reading ››
Houston, Houston Politics

The ReBuild Houston Saga Ratchets Up

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To outgoing Mayor Annise Parker, and at least one candidate hoping to succeed her, the innovative ReBuild Houston program is viewed as a signature accomplishment. To others desperate for every last vote, the program comes with hesitant support, if not outright opposition, mostly due to "poor implementation. Thankfully for them, the issue has received … Continue Reading ››
Houston Politics

City Council Puts 4-Year Term Proposal to Houston Voters

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Though city finances remain far from certain thanks to a crushing revenue cap, Houston City Council chose to focus on more immediate needs in today's meeting... their own elections.  Here's the main item via the Houston Chronicle...
Houston voters will decide whether elected city officials should serve two four-year terms rather than three two-year terms … Continue Reading ››
Texas Politics

Could Texas Attorney General Face Indictment?

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One thing you can say for Texas... we sure like to stay in legal trouble.
Whether it's picking constant fights with the Obama Administration, being a thorn in the side of the EPA, or spawning lawsuits from severe funding cuts to public schools, the Republican-dominated state government cannot seem to stay out of court.
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Despite Stay, Houston Prepares For Immigration Action

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For recent immigrant communities across the United States, what happened this week is an all-too familiar song and dance:  take two steps forward, and two steps back.  Just hours before President Obama's Executive Actions on Immigration were set to take effect, they have encountered a judicial road block.  Here's more from Michael D. Shear and … Continue Reading ››
Houston Politics

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 ››