Daily Archives: July 14, 2005

What’s the rush?

The Senate has approved the proposed constitutional amendment restricting eminent domain, but not without some grumbling. “While most people, including me, think they knew what public use was, the Supreme Court said that public use could include things like economic … Continue reading Continue reading

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Debate: Copyright, Technology & the Arts

My friend and Trinity classmate Robet Nagle sent me a note about an upcoming panel discussion/debate he’s organizing. Called Copyright, Technology & the Arts, it’ll be on July 27 at the Nexus Cafe on Rogerdale near Westheimer. Debate topics will … Continue reading Continue reading

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Why SBC wants free muni WiFi banned

If you ever wondered why SBC lobbied so hard for the anti-municipal networking provision in the telecom bills from the regular session, Dwight has the answer for you: SBC is rolling out its own WiFi network in a big way. … Continue reading Continue reading

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Senate passes telecom bill

Almost as fast as you can say “Telecom bill added to special session agenda”, that bill got passed by the Senate. Approved 25-3, it allows phone companies to get a TV franchise from the state rather than require them to … Continue reading Continue reading

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Perry: Still unpopular

Remember how bad Rick Perry’s poll numbers were in May? They’re worse now. Do you approve or disapprove of the job Rick Perry is doing as Governor? 38% Approve 53% Disapprove 10% Not Sure And the crosstabs are also uglier. … Continue reading Continue reading

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