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Texas Politics

Sam Houston Challenges ‘Invisible’ GOP Opponent To Debate

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In most statewide election cycles, the typical focus is going to be on some key races... the Governor, Lieutenant Governor and state legislature.  The first two because they are the highest elected officials in the state, and the legislature because they are the ones who represent constituents at capitol, and those who make the laws. But … Continue Reading ››
Texas Politics

Greg Abbott’s ‘Debate And Switch’

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In early 2013, months before the HB2 filibuster, and before anyone was seriously contemplating the possibility of a strong Democratic ticket in Texas, I sat down with Lane Lewis, chair of the Harris County Democratic Party for an interview.  One of the things he said was regarding how to turn Texas blue...
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Equality, Houston, Houston Politics

Texas Leftist Published in Houston CultureMap!

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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 ››

Houston Politics

RE TribTalk: Houston Vehicles for Hire

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This post is in response to a recent Texas Tribune article by Noah M. Horwitz.  Please read his post on the Trib site for background.  In summation, his editorial is arguing against the proposed changes to Houston's Chapter 46, the rules governing Vehicles for Hire, if those rules are not evenly applied among existing … Continue Reading ››
Texas Politics

Davis Campaign Posts Impressive Numbers

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In the constant back and forth of a heated election season, there's a lot of focus placed on fundraising totals. Particularly in large races, it seems nearly impossible for a campaign to have true credibility without posting huge numbers. Thankfully for Texas Gubernatorial candidate Wendy Davis, that hurdle has been cleared. The Democrat has shown … Continue Reading ››
Politics, Texas Politics

Rick Perry Wants BOOTS On The Border, Not Humanitarian Aid

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Long gone are the days when Rick Perry showed any semblance of compassion for the plight of undocumented children and families.  Instead of working to find a solution to his state's most recent border crisis, the Texas Governor and 2016 Presidential hopeful is doubling down on photo ops and party politics.  Here's more from … Continue Reading ››

Politics, Texas Politics

Julian Castro Breezes Through Senate Confirmation

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The Executive Branch of the United States government will soon be embodied with the with a new, uniquely Texan perspective.  San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro has now cleared the last hurdle to joining the Cabinet of the United States.  Here's more from the Washington Post...
Julian Castro, President Obama’s pick to lead the Housing and Urban Development Department, sailed through … Continue Reading ››