Daily Archives: June 18, 2005

My take on the Perry-Strayhorn matchup

Now that Carole Keeton Strayhorn has confirmed what we thought we knew when we first heard about today’s hotdog social, it’s time to think about the dynamics of a GOP primary matchup between Strayhorn and Rick Perry, instead of a … Continue reading Continue reading

Posted in Election 2006 | 5 Comments

Two opponents for Edwards

Save Texas Reps says that Al Edwards may get a double-barreled primary challenge, from businessman Borris Miles (whom I’ve mentioned here before) and from attorney Marlen Whitley. Greg thinks a multi-candidate field serves the Edwards opposition well, and I tend … Continue reading Continue reading

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Checking in on DemFest

I’m not there, but you can pretend you are by reading about what other folks are up to at DemocracyFest in Austin. Here are some accounts by Karl-T, Hope, and PDiddie. The Radnofsky for Senate blog has several posts full … Continue reading Continue reading

Posted in Show Business for Ugly People | 1 Comment

The best and worst

It’s been linked around elsewhere, but here for a limited time is the Texas Monthly Best and Worst Legislators of 2005 list. One thing to keep in mind as you read this: in general, they’re measuring effectiveness, not ideology. Look … Continue reading Continue reading

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School funding vetoed, special session called

It’s official. Republican Gov. Rick Perry today vetoed the state’s $35.3 billion public education budget and called lawmakers back to the Capitol to finally find a solution to the school finance dilemma. “I recognize this is a bold step, and … Continue reading Continue reading

Posted in Budget ballyhoo | 2 Comments