Letters at 3AM: That Word 'Oligarchy'

Oligarchy is upon us, claw and beak, and has been for some time

"...the headlines: This spring, right-wing EU populists made huge election gains denouncing a "technocratic elite serving the American and..."

July 11, 2014 Column by Michael Ventura

Help Wanted: School Board Candidates

Scarce bids concern education advocates

"...Fifty confirmed Council candidates (at least). The November Council elections are swarming with wannabe office holders. If only the..."

June 13, 2014 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Debating Game

Abbott offers two face-to-face meetings, Davis to demand more

"...Either way, this is a clear development over the 2010 election, when Gov. Rick Perry refused to debate former..."

May 19, 2014 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Davis: Abbott Failed to Police CPRIT

Senator accuses attorney general of turning a blind eye

"...Fox News ginning up a false controversy about international elections monitors visiting Texas to observe the Democratic process...."

May 16, 2014 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

May Elections: Twice the Fun

Double election strains Travis County resources

"...If you're working in the Travis County elections division, or if you live inside county lines but..."

May 9, 2014 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Bell Rings for Kinky in Agriculture Race

Former Dem governor hopeful endorses man that helped him lose in '06

"...It got worse. In 2010, Friedman threatened to run for governor as a Democrat,..."

May 7, 2014 News Post by Richard Whittaker

The Road to 10-1 ... Is Getting Crowded [Updated May 12]

As May money season opens, candidates blossom

"...May 8, 180 days out from the Nov. 4 election. (We had earlier reported May 4 in error; apologies..."

May 2, 2014 News Feature by Michael King

Saldaña Considering AISD Trustee Race

Local pr/consultant contemplating run at incumbent Lori Moya

"...Five board positions are on the ballot this year:..."

April 9, 2014 News Post by Richard Whittaker

'Chronicle' Endorsements

"...Lipscombe was first elected to this bench in 2010 after spending most of his career as a prosecutor...."

Feb. 14, 2014 News Feature

The Sweet Queerafter: What's in a Word?

Shall we stash the powder keg in a flameproof closet or light the fuse?

"...rights struggle began to reach critical mass. Harvey Milk's election in San Francisco showed how gays could reach a..."

Feb. 13, 2014 Qmmunity Post by David Estlund

Perry Chills on Pot Decriminalization

Texas Gov comes out in support of less punitive drug policy

"...50% in 2006 to a high of 61% in 2010 – while the percentage of juveniles arrested on that..."

Jan. 31, 2014 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Texas Governor to Decriminalize Pot!

Perry claims progress … but the facts are not so plain

"...It is true that Perry has supported drug court..."

Jan. 24, 2014 News Post by Jordan Smith

Then There's This: War on Wendy

When it comes to Wendy Davis, there's a whole bunch of mansplaining going on

"...recall they unsuccessfully tried to unseat Rick Perry in 2010 and 2006, respectively – neither Democrat had a truly..."

Jan. 24, 2014 News Column by Amy Smith

Brown and Eckhardt Face Off in Circle C

Circle C Area Dems host Travis County Judge candidates

"...Southwest Democrats, reportedly a rare species before the 2008 election...."

Jan. 14, 2014 News Post by Michael King

Top 10 Most Embarrassing Moments in Texas Politics

2013: The year Texas sent in the clowns

"...3) GRUMPY OLD MAN U.S. Rep. Randy Neugebauer has..."

Jan. 8, 2014 News Post by Brandon Watson

Third-Party Candidates Lining Up Again

It's still busy at the bottom of the ticket

"...have announced their list of candidates for the 2014 elections. However, if the accepted political wisdom that the vying..."

Dec. 20, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Libertarians Line Up for 2014 Election

Far right could pose major headache for GOP next November

"...releases its list of candidates for the upcoming November election...."

Dec. 12, 2013 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Statewide Candidate Filings Trickle In

A slight attendance dip and only a couple of traffic hiccups in event's second year

"...D-San Antonio, makes her long-awaited announcement about her 2014 election plans. It's all but confirmed now that she will..."

Nov. 22, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Redistricting: Devils and Details

The ICRC attempts to increase minority representation

"...where minority voters could have determining influence on the election – while self-appointed advocate/observers hope to fill the pre-clearance..."

Nov. 8, 2013 News Feature by Elizabeth Pagano

News Ticker: November 5

All the news that's fit to blog

"...• Yahoo! Today is election day. Up for vote is Mark Strama's old House..."

Nov. 5, 2013 News Post by Brandon Watson

HD 50: Circular Dem Firing Squad

Rifts deepen among candidates

"...voting closes out Friday in the Nov. 5 special election to succeed retired state Rep. Mark Strama (gone to..."

Nov. 1, 2013 News Feature by Christopher Hooks

HD 50: Dems Fire Away

As early voting rolls on, Dems exchange hard shots

"...voting entering its last week in the November 5 election to replace state Rep. Mark Strama in north Austin’s..."

Oct. 27, 2013 News Post by Christopher Hooks

Prop. 6: Strange Bedfellows on Both Sides

Boondoggle or necessary step? Odd alliances form on both sides of state water proposal.

"...though the Tea Party made gains in the 2012 election, by the time the 2013 session started, "the drought..."

Oct. 25, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Headlines

"...Springs segment of the Edwards Aquifer – reversing a 2010 vote to withdraw support for the road. Margaret Gómez,..."

Oct. 25, 2013 News Feature

Nonfiction and Memoir

Justin St. Germain, Stephen Harrigan, and more delight with these true tomes

"...the 2008 electorate that first chose Obama and the 2010 voters that won the House for the Tea Party..."

Oct. 25, 2013 Books Feature

Republican Judge Becomes a Party Flipper

San Antonio judge, Carlo Key, says he'll run as a Democrat

"...left him. The Bexar County judge will run for re-election under the Democratic Party...."

Oct. 21, 2013 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff

HD 50: How Many Dems Does It Take to Hold a District?

Candidates make final efforts to reach voters

"...Early voting for the Nov. 5 election begins Oct. 21, and in the House District 50..."

Oct. 11, 2013 News Feature by Christopher Hooks

Davis Enters Race, Mudslinging Begins

A governor's race with lots of buzz

"...Libertarian candidate for governor for a second time. In 2010, Glass pulled in 2.2% of the vote when Gov...."

Oct. 11, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Race for HD 50 Enters Stretch Run

Dem contenders work the district and proclaim confidence

"...replace resigned North Austin state representative Mark Strama, the election’s three Democratic aspirants are each touting their ground strength..."

Oct. 7, 2013 News Post by Christopher Hooks

Tom DeLay Conviction Overturned

2-1 decision of 3rd Court says state didn't prove case

"...Texas House races in 2002 in violation of state election law that bans corporate donations. "Practically speaking, lawful corporate..."

Sept. 19, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

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