How Can Wynn Lose?

The mayoral odds are with Wynn, but could a run-off be a race?

"...gained the kind of traction against Wynn that, say, Margot Clarke has already gained against McCracken in the Place..."

April 25, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Page Two

Deconstructing the endorsement process, and more thoughts on the power of protest and principled dissent.

"...a number of phone calls to different civic leaders. Margot Clarke emerged as a clear choice; we liked her..."

April 18, 2003 Column by Louis Black

Running in Place (5)

"...Margot Clarke photo by John Anderson..."

April 18, 2003 News Feature

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Farnborough, Hampshire, EnglandClarke Funding ReduxDear Editor,..."

June 3, 2005 Column

Naked City

Off the Desk

"...according to the Texas Family Planning Association. Planned Parenthood's Margot Clarke, a guest at a recent League of Women..."

Jan. 22, 1999 News Feature

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...Beverly Griffith lost her race to Betty Dunkerley, and Margot Clarke lost to Jennifer Kim. I must sign off..."

June 24, 2005 Column

Point Austin: Saturday Smoke Signals

Place 3 surprises, while the rest of the vote follows the program

"...a little vague on all these candidates – only Margot Clarke had a considerable public presence before this vote..."

May 13, 2005 News Column by Michael King

Down to the Wire

Election Wrap-up

"...But McCracken's closest rival, Margot Clarke, has gained considerable momentum in recent weeks, leading..."

May 2, 2003 News Feature by Amy Smith

Sierra Club Officials Support Clark

"...the valley, we urge everyone to please vote for Margot Clarke. Although we appreciate everyone who has a role..."

June 8, 2005 Postmarks

Breaking Down the Boxes

A look at the numbers in the Place 3 race

"...vote. There is historical precedent for this: In 2005, Margot Clarke led Jennifer Kim 40% to 27%, but Kim..."

May 20, 2011 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Beside the Point: Run-Off 101

Morrison won the City Council run-off, but apparently only 4.99% of you care

"...Run-offs make things worse, as two-time run-off loser Margot Clarke can testify. "I've now become convinced that run-offs..."

June 20, 2008 News Column by Richard Whittaker

Dealey: No Regional Base + No Target Audience = Few Votes

Place 3

"...That gave the candidates who advertised on television – Clarke and Kim – a big advantage, Butler said. Another..."

May 13, 2005 News Feature by Cheryl Smith

Page Two

"...is heartfelt and sincere. The Chronicle endorsed McCracken's opponent Margot Clarke, but from the beginning we noted in our..."

June 13, 2003 Column by Louis Black

Tobacco-Free Triumph Goes Up in Smoke

The smoking ban won't go into effect until Sept. 1 -- which is another way of saying it's dead.

"...on other issues during his race with (ban supporter) Margot Clarke, his staff and supporters speculated that anti-ban sentiment..."

June 13, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Headlines

"...-- voiced their choice for either Brewster McCracken or Margot Clarke in early voting for the Place 5 City..."

June 6, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Headlines

"...Wednesday, May 21, for the Place 5 run-off between Margot Clarke and Brewster McCracken (see "Place 5 'Up for..."

May 16, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...forum Wednesday, Jan. 6. Among the scheduled guests is Margot Clarke, public affairs manager of Planned Parenthood, who will..."

Jan. 1, 1999 News Feature

Headlines

"...› Margot Clarke was appointed chair of the Sierra Club Lone..."

Feb. 7, 2014 News Feature

No Need for Election Detox

County Judge primary campaign begins to bubble

"...women, Democrats are just as reluctant as Republicans,” wrote Margot Clarke to the Chronicle in September, triggering a heated..."

Nov. 10, 2013 News Post by Michael King

New Motto, Same Old Game

Sept. 9, 2013 Postmarks

Then There's This: The Return of Bruce Todd

Shock and awe over Biscoe's choice to fill commissioner's seat

"...with former Com­missioner Karen Sonleitner, former City Council candidate Margot Clarke, and attorney/civic activist Jeb Boyt. Biscoe made no..."

June 7, 2013 News Column by Amy Smith

Then There's This: Biscoe: The Most Popular Guy in Town

Flattery will get you nowhere in the race for interim commish seat

"...employee Tina Bui, former City Council candidate and activist Margot Clarke, and Texas Ethics Commission General Counsel Tim Sorrells...."

May 10, 2013 News Column by Amy Smith

Eckhardt, Brown Approach Campaign

Race to replace Travis County judge begins to take shape

"...and Capital Metro; former City Council candidate and activist Margot Clarke, Texas Ethics Commission general counsel Tim Sorrells, and..."

May 1, 2013 News Post by Amy Smith

What, No Staples!?!

March 19, 2012 Postmarks

Point Austin: Have You Been Screwed by Rick Perry?

The governor's political offenses outstrip his sexual ones

"...Maxey, a strong supporter of former City Coun­cil candidate Margot Clarke in the 2005 election...."

Aug. 26, 2011 News Column by Michael King

TDH: 5/18/11

Shade soldiering on to run-off

"...her predecessor into office: “If you look at 2005, Margot Clarke against Jennifer Kim – Jennifer was behind, and..."

May 18, 2011 News Post by Wells Dunbar

Municipal Death Match!

With five council seats open, mayor and Place 1 look like the headliners

"...self-financed letter personally attacking Brewster McCracken's 2003 primary opponent Margot Clarke remains an infamous example.) While he's served on..."

Feb. 13, 2009 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Spelman and Riley Launch Campaigns

Council candidates kick off council runs in traditional style: with nibbles

"...names, including Mark Yznaga, Tim Mahoney, Jack Kirfman and Margot Clarke (who had her own unsuccessful shot at Place..."

Jan. 23, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

The Permanent Campaign Ends

Morrison wins over Galindo, but both raise questions about the wisdom of Austin's current run-off system

"...council members Mike Martinez and Lee Leffingwell, former candidates Margot Clarke and Jason Meeker, and local ACLU chief Debbie..."

June 14, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Place 4 Handicapping: Clouds Over Galindo

"...run-off (that's what Jennifer Kim did rather handily against Margot Clarke in 2005), there are some election-night numbers that..."

May 16, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

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