Daily Archives: February 22, 2008

Doctor Murray, I presume

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

There’s a new political science professor blogger in town, U of H’s Dr. Richard Murray, who’s giving his thoughts on the Texas primary to Channel 13. It’s good stuff, and I hope he’ll stick around there for awhile. Also new … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Plaintiffs score early points in civil suit against Sheriff’s office

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

The wrongful arrest lawsuit against the Harris County Sheriff’s office has gotten off to a good start for the plaintiffs. Former Harris County prosecutor Jennifer Cook, one of two assistant district attorneys who prosecuted the Ibarras six years ago, told … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Friday random ten: Debate this!

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

Are we done with Presidential debates, at least for now? Good. Let’s debate some Friday random music instead. Cue ’em up… 1. “Momamma Scuba” – John Cale. I have no idea what this song is about. Hell, I don’t even … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Noriega’s first TV ad

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

This ad ran during last night’s debate. Good stuff. Much as I’m glad to see the huge boost in Democratic primary turnout statewide, it does add a certain randomization factor to various races, like this one. With Noriega going on … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Shelley staffers cleared of sabotage charges

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

Remember this classic story from 2006? Just three days after being sworn in, U.S. Rep. Shelley Sekula-Gibbs wants Congress to investigate the destruction of files in her office by former staff members of her predecessor, Tom DeLay. Seven staffers walked … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Candidate Q&A: Larry Weiman

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

Note: This entry is part of a series of written Q&As with judicial candidates in contested Democratic primaries. I am also doing recorded interviews with non-judicial candidates. Even though early voting has begun, I will continue to publish the responses … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Vote early when you vote early

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

I did my civic duty on my way to work yesterday, getting there right as they opened at 8 AM. There was already a line at the West Gray Multi-Service Center, but it was a short one and I was … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Early voting and the fate of a Craddick D

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

Philip Martin takes a look at one of the important local primaries, between Craddick D Rep. Kevin Bailey and TPA-endorsed challenger Armando Walle in HD140. Bailey’s support is isolated to long time residents who have supported him since he was … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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