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Texas Politics

Changing Texas’ TEA- Driven Politics

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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 … Continue Reading ››
Texas Politics

Greg Abbott Ordered Armed POLICE RAID of Houston Voter Group

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Many across the nation were shocked to see the heavy-handed techniques employed by the police department in Ferguson, Missouri.  In a series of protests, American citizens were routinely threatened by the very officers that were sworn to protect them. No matter what one's opinion of the case, any time a situation degrades to … Continue Reading ››

Equality, Houston, Houston Politics

Houston Equal Rights Ordinance Won’t See 2014 Ballot

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After dropping a temporary restraining order, a State District Judge has set the all important court date for the Houston Equal Rights Ordinance.  As a result, Houstonians will not be voting on HERO in 2014.  Here's the story from Mike Morris of the Houston Chronicle...

Opponents of Houston's equal rights ordinance … Continue Reading ››

Houston Politics

Houston Cabbies Harassing Lyft Drivers?

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A fierce battle has been raging around City Hall, as Houston tries to decide a major piece of the city's transportation future.  Upstart ride-share companies Uber and Lyft appeared in the Houston Market last February, and in a very short time have begun to challenge the city's traditional taxicab services.  As Texpatriate states, these … Continue Reading ››
Houston Politics

Texoblogosphere: week of April 14th

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The Texas Progressive Alliance honors the legacy of LBJ and the continuing struggle for civil rights as it brings you this week's roundup.

Off the Kuff looks at the Republican statewide slate and is unimpressed.

Bay Area Houston says the Texas State Troopers Association has … Continue Reading ››
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Texoblogosphere: Week of March 17th

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The Texas Progressive Alliance is ready to bust some brackets as it brings you this week's roundup.

Off the Kuff analyzes the primary performances of Wendy Davis and Bill White.

Horwitz at Texpatriate presents a novel idea to start getting students voting.

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Texas Politics

TexWatch 2014: Vote in the Democratic Primaries!

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First things first, an explanation... Many readers may be wondering why Texas Leftist has been so mum on the 2014 Primary circuit. It's due to a combination of factors... Some personal, and some professional. I wanted to sit back and see how the Primaries play out before endorsing particular candidates. I'm still learning about the statewide … Continue Reading ››