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For anyone who thought the House had just broken down into bickering, finger-pointing, and open warfare, here’s some cheering news. Guess who picked up the prestigious Legislative Study Group‘s Freshman of the Year award for dedication to sound public policy for Texas families?
None other than Austin’s own rookie lawmaker Valinda Bolton!
This article appears in May 25 • 2007.
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The Chronicle's first Culture Desk editor, Richard has reported on Austin's growing film production and appreciation scene for over a decade. A graduate of the universities of York, Stirling, and UT-Austin, a Rotten Tomatoes certified critic, and eight-time Best of Austin winner, he's currently at work on two books and a play. More by Richard Whittaker
