Building Black Momentum

A report on the African-American Legislative Summit

"...Jefferson, both Republicans, seemed comfortable passing the mike to Democratic panelists. No other statewide elected officials -- from Gov...."

Feb. 15, 2002 News Feature by Lauri Apple

He's Coming Back

Who gets punished when George W. Bush comes home to Austin after losing the election.

"...Houstonian who is a star in the House Black Caucus gets his -- Big Time...."

Oct. 13, 2000 News Feature by Louis Dubose

Local Election News: War Shadows Edition

From lawsuits to candidates in suits

"...Electronically ChallengedOn Monday, Jan. 6, the Texas Democratic Party filed a federal lawsuit against Secretary of State..."

Jan. 10, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Chronicle Endorsements

"...is feelin' the Bern. The U.S. senator and self-proclaimed democratic socialist from Vermont has drawn massive crowds and genuine..."

Feb. 12, 2016 News Feature

News Roundup: Council Gets Dirty

Representatives engage in ... legal combaaaaaat!

"...Fire: If there's a member of the Travis County Democratic House delegation that's most likely to be dubbed a..."

Feb. 8, 2016 News Post by the News Staff

AWPC Conundrum

Women's group ponders its future with parent organization

"...The Austin Women's Political Caucus is rethinking "the woman thing."..."

Feb. 19, 2010 News Feature by Amy Smith

Christian Wisdom

"...control [state] budget writing: the trial lawyers, the Black Caucus, and the Hispanic Caucus." That was the considered wisdom..."

Jan. 10, 2003 News Column by Michael King

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...Austin Women's Political Caucus members couldn't muster enough votes Tuesday to endorse either..."

March 27, 1998 News Feature

No Way To Pick a Senator

It's Sadler vs. Yarbrough and Dewhurst vs. Cruz in this month's primary run-offs

"...a second round. With three other contenders in the Democratic primary, it seemed unlikely that he would break the..."

July 20, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Election 2006: Control of Congress

Democrats conquer Congress, and even conservative Texas helps out

"...Sanders as Democrats, which is how they plan to caucus, then the GOP majority of 55-45 changed to a..."

Nov. 10, 2006 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Turning Williamson County a Bluer Shade of Purple

Wading through the new political landscape of the Austin suburbs

"...way," Talarico says, "but yes, statewide and nationally the Democratic Party has its hand extended, and the GOP is..."

May 10, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

How to Lose a Safe Seat

Dems point fingers after embarrassing defeat in HD 118

"...House District 118 should be the bluest of blue Democratic seats: blue collar, majority minority -- it ticks every..."

Jan. 30, 2016 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Riding the Pinwheel

The GOP redraws the map of Texas – brazenly sidestepping most of the state's newest voters

"...anchored. It is, unquestionably, a district that would vote Democratic – Bill White took 60% here against Perry for..."

Aug. 26, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Taking Back the House

Texas Democrats say this could be their November

"...seats. That's what it would take for the Texas Democratic Party to take back the Texas House of Representatives...."

Oct. 10, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Looking for 'Real' Democrats

A report from the endorsement circus

"...party is of course the Democrats. Last week, seven Democratic clubs held a four-hour clusterfu ... er, forum, bringing..."

Jan. 25, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

The Posse Convenes

In Houston, Texas Democrats unite behind one cause: dumping Bush

"...The state Democratic Party convention in Houston last week was on the..."

June 25, 2004 News Column by Michael King

If You Can't Stand the Heat ...

Republican Jill Warren is behind in the polls and going negative on her Democratic opponent Ann Kitchen, in the race for House District 48 in Travis County.

"...District 48 -- a north-to-south swath that covers traditional Democratic enclaves in progressive West Austin, and liberal and Hispanic..."

Oct. 13, 2000 News Feature by Rob D'Amico

The People's Court

Justice of the Peace Races Not So Peaceful

"...of the Peace will be the least peaceful. The Democratic battle for Precinct 5 - between criminal defense attorney..."

Feb. 20, 1998 News Feature by Lee Simmons

Point Austin: Top Down, Bottom Up

In a year of crucial elections, we need to be prepared

"...few Republican senators, let alone half of the GOP caucus as required for removal, might defect – but the..."

Jan. 31, 2020 News Column by Michael King

TX-35: Lloyd Doggett vs. David Smalling

“Maximum effort everywhere”

"...Antonio, narrowly running up I-35 to Austin, and heavily Democratic. He has a token GOP opponent – electrician David..."

Oct. 5, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

The Smoke Clears In Lege Races

White contemplates recount as Strama's victory is secured

"...law firm, as well as the always unpredictable former (Democratic) County Judge Bill Aleshire, representing the Baxter campaign on..."

Nov. 12, 2004 News Feature by Amy Smith

The Rest of the Races

"...Here's the endorsement roundup from last week's numerous Democratic club forums, with many of the groups reporting large..."

Feb. 13, 2004 News Feature

Rights and Consequences

The Redistricting trial pits "partisan gerrymandering" against the Voting Rights Act.

"...one of a litany of similar complaints made by Democratic congressmen, their lawyers, and other witnesses testifying in the..."

Dec. 19, 2003 News Feature by Michael King

Oh, To Be a Constable

10 candidates compete for four open constable seats

"...watch" award this election year is the Precinct 4 Democratic primary battle, featuring incumbent Ricardo "Rocky" Medrano and challengers..."

March 10, 2000 News Feature by Amy Smith

Out to Vote

The Woo Factor

"...are seeking out gay voters, and a number of Democratic candidates this year have hired special liaisons to the..."

Oct. 30, 1998 News Feature by Dan Quinn

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...county court-at-law races begin below. Meanwhile, the Travis County Democratic Party is looking for a handful of election judges..."

April 10, 1998 News Feature

Primary Filings: The Republicans

Texas GOP rallies challengers for both party's incumbents

"...before facing the winner of the four-way-fight in the Democratic primary. Up in Place 5, the ever-controversial Cynthia Dunbar..."

Jan. 6, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

'Chronicle' Endorsements

Nov. 4 General Election

"...same. Whatever one thinks of the limits of the Democratic Party, or even of electoral politics, we need a..."

Oct. 17, 2008 News Feature

Election Notes

Notes from the campaign trail

"...• Fuhgeddaboutit, says Texas Democratic Party Chairman Boyd Richie. That was his answer to..."

March 21, 2008 News Feature

Boyd Feeling Buoyant

Texas Democratic Party chair calls high turn-out victory.

"...With Democratic turn-out high (and possibly more significantly, very little undervoting,..."

March 4, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

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