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DGA Has Little Faith in Wendy Davis

A central part of the Democratic Party fundraising apparatus, the Democratic Governors Association is a group devoted to the nation's gubernatorial races.  They pour in millions of dollars each year to turn the highest state offices around the country blue. But if you're a Texan, don't expect much from them to help Wendy Davis get … Continue Reading ››

GOP Continues To Ignore Changing Texas

In last Sunday's Houston Chronicle, Gary Scharrer's op-ed provided an epic indictment of the Texas GOP-dominated legislature and it's priorities. He tells it like it is...

Texas is headed for the ditch, but few people are aware of the state's perilous path. The demographers have seen the future, though, because … Continue Reading ››

MSNBC Coming to Texas Southern University

Some exciting news for MSNBC fans. From the Texas Southern University website...

NOW with Alex Wagner” will broadcast live at 3 p.m. CT from Texas Southern’s University Plaza, near the Tiger Walk, just in front of the Sterling Student Life Center. MSNBC hosts and contributors will also be onsite for … Continue Reading ››

In Lt. Governor’s Race, It’s Time for Leticia

As the 2014 campaign season begins to pick up steam, it's becoming clear which candidates hold the momentum. Some are fully engaged in general election fights, like Democrat Wendy Davis and Republican Greg Abbott in the Governors' race, while others like Dan Patrick and David Dewhurst are forced to vie for the GOP nomination in … Continue Reading ››

Texoblogosphere: Week of February 17th

The Texas Progressive Alliance is always ready for voting to begin as it brings you this week's roundup.

Off the Kuff concluded his series of primary interviews with conversations featuring State Rep. Mary Gonzalez, and Ag Commissioner candidates Kinky Friedman and Hugh Fitzsimons.

Over two … Continue Reading ››

Hope in Haltom City

Hope was born in Haltom City, Texas.

Last week, on the very same stage that she received her high school diploma, Texas State Senator Wendy Davis took a huge leap of faith, and entered the race for Texas Governor. She did this already knowing the basic facts of the race, … Continue Reading ››