Beto O'Rourke's Long, Hot Road to the Texas Primary

We report from the 2020 Democratic campaign trail on whether all the blue, sweat, and beers are worth it

"...money for the party infrastructure," said TDP Executive Director Manny Garcia. Having an Immediate Impact..."

Sept. 27, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Election Ticker: Getting Out the Vote and Then Some

Texas heads into early voting

"...Democratic victories up and down the ballot. Executive Director Manny Garcia said in a statement, "Texas is the biggest..."

Oct. 16, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

How the Democratic Primaries Could Affect Down-Ballot Races in Austin

See what happens when the circus is in town

"...As Texas Democratic Party Executive Director Manny Garcia put it in a Monday press statement, "Texas..."

Feb. 28, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Abbott Doubles Down on Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric Even After El Paso

Texas governor’s anti-immigrant streak continues

"...Texas Democratic Party Executive Director Manny Garcia called the letter "despicable" and "racist" – the..."

Aug. 30, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

AISD Board: Next up for Saldaña’s Vacant Seat

Appointee imminent, the ballot for next year's election is already overflowed

"...president Maria Cantú Hexsel; Texas Democratic Party deputy chair Manny Garcia; former IDEA Allan principal and current Foundation Communities..."

April 28, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Statesman Reporters Strike and They’re Prepared to Again

They’ve raised $15,000 to pay employees losing wages

"...nonunionized members of the 44-person newsroom (all management), Editor-in-Chief Manny García has expressed support for getting a contract hammered..."

June 5, 2023 News Post by Maggie Quinlan

What Happens When Austin’s Daily Paper Dies

Since 2018, the corporation that owns the Statesman lost half its staff

"...and editors are clearly hardworking, if frayed, nerves. Editor-in-Chief Manny Garcia in February won the Editor of the Year..."

March 10, 2023 News Post by Maggie Quinlan

Election Day Live Coverage for Travis County

Tracking the local races

"...thing we do right now matters,” TDP Executive Director Manny Garcia told reporters Monday night. The party is focusing..."

Nov. 3, 2020 News Post by the News Staff

TribFest Panels Debate if the Texas House Is in Play

Looking at suburban battlegrounds and urban firestorms

"...Flip?" Representing Team Yes, Texas Democratic Party Executive Director Manny Garcia and Annie's List Executive Director Royce Brooks. On..."

Sept. 27, 2019 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...– Texas Democratic Party Executive Director Manny Garcia on Gov. Greg Abbott’s school reopening plan..."

Aug. 7, 2020 News Feature

Vela to Waffling Dukes: Go Now

Updated: Dukes confirms she will be on the floor today

"...at the state level by Texas Democratic Party spokesman Manny Garcia, who said, "We have not received any communication..."

Jan. 9, 2017 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Ted Cruz Refuses to Endorse Donald Trump

Texas senator tosses matches (and himself) on RNC dumpster fire

"...principled stance/political suicide? Texas Democratic Party Deputy Executive Director Manny Garcia simple stated, "It's now a fact. No one..."

July 21, 2016 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Quote of the Week

"...– Texas Democratic Party Deputy Executive Director Manny Garcia, demanding state GOP call for Attorney General Ken..."

July 8, 2016 News Column

How to Lose a Safe Seat

Dems point fingers after embarrassing defeat in HD 118

"...on this debacle, Texas Democratic Party Deputy Executive Director Manny Garcia wrote, "The newly elected Republican state representative of..."

Jan. 30, 2016 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Greg Abbott, Founding Father

Texas governor wants to rewrite U.S. Constitution

"...scarcely disguised sedition. Texas Democratic Party Deputy Executive Director Manny Garcia wrote, “Unfortunately, the most pressing issue for Imperial..."

Jan. 11, 2016 News Post by Richard Whittaker

News Roundup: Delusions and Deluges

"Downtown doesn't exist just to entertain people of means."

"...to stand down, Texas Democratic Party Deputy Executive Director Manny Garcia said, "Last I checked, regular Texans aren’t getting..."

Oct. 26, 2015 News Post by the News Staff

Villalba and the Incredible Nazi Disappearing Tweet

Texas Rep Tweets, then deletes, Nazi comparison

"...lot of people. Texas Democratic Party Deputy Executive Director Manny Garcia savaged him for "a gross act of disrespect",..."

Oct. 15, 2015 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Is the Net Neutrality Repeal Another Blow to Tex-Mex Musicians and Broadcasters?

Bidi bidi bom bom

"...general manager, he works with the station's owner, Joe Garcia...."

July 6, 2018 Music Feature by César E. López Linares

SXSW Film Releases Full Feature Lineup

Slate includes everyone from Wes Anderson to the Zellners

"...Manny Directors: Ryan Moore, Leon Gast From abject poverty to..."

Jan. 30, 2014 Screens Post by Monica Riese

Bardot, Buñuel, Handy Manny, and Home Run Derby

"...this one and a cup of hot cocoa. Handy Manny: "Tooling Around"(Walt Disney Video, $19.99)..."

Aug. 17, 2007 Screens Review by Shawn Badgley

All Wrapped Up

Holiday Film Previews

"...D: Barbet Schroeder; with Michael Keaton, Andy Garcia, Marcia Gay Harden, Brian Cox...."

Nov. 28, 1997 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

SXSW Announces 2025 Film & TV Festival Award Winners

Good Boy’s Indy fetches “Howl of Fame” honors

"...gets a renewed joie de vivre thanks to a manny, played by writer/director Matthew Shear. Her frankness about the..."

March 12, 2025 SXSW Post by Kimberley Jones

Crucial Concerts SXSW Week Edition

Our favorite showcases and unofficial parties for the rest of the week

"...set of kinetic club music from Houston up-and-comer Oye Manny. – Dan Gentile Hoodclips IRL..."

March 18, 2022 Music Feature by Thomas Fawcett

Remembering 'Easy Rider' and 'The Last Movie'

CinemaTexas program notes

"...– Manny Farber,..."

June 4, 2010 Screens Feature

Heart and ALMA

Austin Latino Music Association's annual awards ceremony

"...Special guest emcee for the evening is Manny “El Picante” Garcia, and tickets are available at Estrada’s..."

April 8, 2010 Music Post by Margaret Moser

The Boys of Summer, Cowboys That Is

"...defense with speed and force coming from the young Manny Lawson and rookie Patrick Willis. But third year QB..."

June 21, 2007 Sports Post by Timothy Braun

Show and Tell

Spring Previews 2000

"...Director Garcia, son of 100 Years of Solitude author Gabriel García..."

Feb. 25, 2000 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

Fall Movie Round-Up

Sneaking Into Autumn

"...story of an idealistic Manhattan cop-turned-DA, played by Andy Garcia, and his moral confusion over the compromises his new..."

Sept. 6, 1996 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten