Daily Archives: November 16, 2011

Precinct analysis: 2011 At Large races, part 1

Here’s a look at the election returns in each Council district for the three “normal” At Large races, in At Large #1, #3, and #4. First up is #1, where first term incumbent CM Stephen Costello won a narrow majority … Continue reading

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Harris interim map up to the judge

In addition to the San Antonio interim map action, we are fixing to get a 2012 map for Harris County courtesy of the federal judiciary. A federal judge will draw interim boundaries for Harris County commissioner precincts after the county … Continue reading

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Yet another redistricting update

Once again, I point you to Michael Li. What’s next in the D.C. case? Basically two things. The first is that the D.C. panel will issue a memorandum opinion explaining in greater detail the reasons for its denial of summary … Continue reading

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Farmers really worried about the drought

No surprise, and there’s not really much that can be done right now, but if this year was bad for farmers, next year could well be worse. Texas needs rain — and needs it quickly — to keep farmers and … Continue reading

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