Daily Archives: May 10, 2008

Let’s get serious about innocence

The Chron had a story yesterday about an “Innocence Summit”, which focused on matters of wrongful convictions and what can and must be done about them. The first thing to remember here is that this isn’t an abstract issue: Nine … Continue reading Continue reading

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Another Republican for SD17

We have a second announced candidate for State Sen. Kyle Janek’s soon-to-be-open seat. Houston lawyer Grant Harpold has announced that he will run to replace outgoing State Sen. Kyle Janek. Harpold, a Republican precinct chairman, said if elected, he will … Continue reading Continue reading

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ICE versus employers

Jay Aiyer, who is an immigration attorney, has a suggestion for the process of verifying eligibility to work. The reality is that the overwhelming numbers of businesses never knowingly hire anyone they believe is here illegally. They are required by … Continue reading Continue reading

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The feathered look

And now for a little weekend frivolity: The Top 10 Feathered-Hair Wearers Of All Time. I might try to work up an argument for including some other people on this august list, but I’m laughing too hard at the pictures … Continue reading Continue reading

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