Daily Archives: July 28, 2005

Texans for Hackett

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Bell’s announcement

Here’s the full text of Chris Bell’s official announcement that he’s in the race for Governor. And I must say I’m suitably impressed with the Chron story, which not only covered the reason for his long exploratory phase (his wife, … Continue reading Continue reading

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The Chron and the Comets

There’s quite a lively debate going on at James Campbell’s About:Chron blog regarding their level of coverage of the Houston Comets. Personally, speaking as a six-year season ticket holder, I think the level is about right. Campbell’s point about all … Continue reading Continue reading

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Still no love between Dewhurst and Craddick

So now that the shock of seeing HB2 and HB3 go down in flames has subsided, it’s time for the where do they go now stories. It’s the usual lot of speculation from the usual sources, but today’s installation is … Continue reading Continue reading

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Texas Thursday: Paul Hackett

Since Paul Hackett has been named an Honorary Texan, it’s only right to celebrate by pretending it’s Texas Tuesday time and makng a donation to his cause. According to the Swing State Project, there’s a Republican poll which shows Hackett … Continue reading Continue reading

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Meet Shane Sklar

Got an email today from Shane Sklar, who has announced his candidacy for CD14 in 2006. He’s a former staffer for Rep. Chet Edwards, the Executive Director of the Independent Cattlemen’s Association of Texas, and a full ten years younger … Continue reading Continue reading

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