Daily Archives: February 17, 2009

Another step forward for a statewide smoking ban

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Greg Wythe

The statewide smoking ban proposals picked up the endorsement of the state restaurant association. On Monday, the Texas Restaurant Association voted to support the measure – one they say would “level the playing field” for establishments across Texas. “With 28 … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Another step forward for a statewide smoking ban

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

The statewide smoking ban proposals picked up the endorsement of the state restaurant association. On Monday, the Texas Restaurant Association voted to support the measure – one they say would “level the playing field” for establishments across Texas. “With 28 … Continue reading →

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TSTA poll on public education

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

The Texas State Teachers Association released the results of its annual poll on attitudes towards public education in Texas last week. From the poll memo (PDF): Despite a declining national and state economy, a majority of Texas voters still maintain … Continue reading →

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TSTA poll on public education

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Greg Wythe

The Texas State Teachers Association released the results of its annual poll on attitudes towards public education in Texas last week. From the poll memo (PDF): Despite a declining national and state economy, a majority of Texas voters still maintain … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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A tale of two Orlandos

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Greg Wythe

Orlando Sanchez, speaking last week in a Statesman article about the statewide ambitions of Houston Mayor Bill White, who beat him soundly in the 2003 runoff: He doesn’t discount him but suggests White has gotten a free ride in his … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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A tale of two Orlandos

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Orlando Sanchez, speaking last week in a Statesman article about the statewide ambitions of Houston Mayor Bill White, who beat him soundly in the 2003 runoff: He doesn’t discount him but suggests White has gotten a free ride in his … Continue reading →

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Mardi Gras Galveston

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Let the good times roll, y’all. The annual celebration [kicked] off this weekend, with all the parades, music and fun from past years. Sixteen krewes are marching and some are putting on longer parades and more floats for the event … Continue reading →

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Mardi Gras Galveston

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Greg Wythe

Let the good times roll, y’all. The annual celebration [kicked] off this weekend, with all the parades, music and fun from past years. Sixteen krewes are marching and some are putting on longer parades and more floats for the event … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Texas blog roundup for the week of February 16

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

It’s time for another economically stimulating edition of the Texas Progressive Alliance’s Weekly Round-Up. No filibusters allowed. Click on for the highlights.

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Texas blog roundup for the week of February 16

Posted on February 17, 2009 by Greg Wythe

It’s time for another economically stimulating edition of the Texas Progressive Alliance’s Weekly Round-Up. No filibusters allowed. Click on for the highlights. Continue reading →

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