Daily Archives: November 3, 2007

Endorsement watch: Vote for ’em all!

Posted on November 3, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

The Chron deals with all 16 state ballot propositions in one fell swoop, by giving a thumbs up to each one. I find that pretty remarkable, given that I’ve come across at least one argument to vote against each one … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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One more look at the early vote

Posted on November 3, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

Houtopia continues the comparision of Early Vote 2007 to 2005, which he first looked at earlier this week. 2005 in-person early vote through Day 11: 53,152 2007 in-person early vote through Day 11: 32,947 (62% of the 2005 number) 2005 … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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What next for the Dome?

Posted on November 3, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

Tory sees three possible ways that the Reliant and Rodeo versus Astrodome Redevelopment battle can be won by the Dome folks. 1. ARC finds a way to throw enough money at them they drop their opposition 2. Public outrage at … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Patrick v Van Arsdale, Round 2

Posted on November 3, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

Karen Brooks writes about the upcoming primary fight between State Rep. Corbin Van Arsdale and Sen. Dan Patrick, who has apparently succeeded in recruiting a proxy to wage that battle for him. Patrick – one of the most conservative senators … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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“The Tales of Beedle the Bard”

Posted on November 3, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

Here’s one book by JK Rowling that won’t sell a gazillion copies. A set of fairytales mentioned in the final Harry Potter novel, which have been handwritten and illustrated by JK Rowling, are to be auctioned off to raise money … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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