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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 ››
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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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 ››
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TLCQ 2013: Endorsements in City Council At Large Races

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Though he's drawn one challenger in perennial candidate Mike "Griff" Griffin, Council Member Stephen Costello is looking strong for reelection in At Large Position 1. Costello is a Republican, but his style of politics is far-removed from the grand-standing hyper-partisanship of Washington. As head of the Budget Committee, Costello has become an important … Continue Reading ››