Drastic Misdunderstanding of Conservative Thought

"...Two" that he continues to possess a drastic misunderstanding of conservative thought. I have few quibbles with the politics..."

March 10, 2006 Postmarks

The Rest of the Races

"...from last week's numerous Democratic club forums, with many of the groups reporting large membership turnouts and in some..."

Feb. 13, 2004 News Feature

Now Streaming in Austin: "Texas Strong"

Webby-winning documentary lets a trans kid speak for herself

"...Kai Shappley is a typical 7-year-old kid in Pearland, Texas, born to a very typical Pearland Christian conservative family...."

May 17, 2019 Screens Column by Richard Whittaker

SCOTUS Takes Up Texas Gerrymandering

Doggett, Farenthold's districts to be questioned

"...will write what should be the final chapter in Texas' ongoing redistricting case. On Friday, SCOTUS agreed to review..."

Jan. 19, 2018 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Assessing the Damage the 88th Texas Legislature Has Done So Far ... and Bracing for What's Yet to Come

When the Lege hits home

"...The Texas GOP had a bone to pick with a whole..."

June 2, 2023 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Opinion: As a Transgender Person, I Am Afraid That Staying in Texas May Harm Me in the Future

Why does Texas attorney general Ken Paxton want to know about me?

"...specifically about me. I don't think that happens too often to most people, but this is life in Texas..."

Jan. 6, 2023 Column by Kat Steele

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...COVID-19 hotspots over the next several weeks. A list of PPE giveaway events is available at www.austintexas.gov/ppe, with additional..."

Sept. 4, 2020 News Feature

Top 10 Texas LGBT Stories

One step back and two steps forward

"...Even in a state as red as Texas, the national trend toward LGBT equality gained momentum. Social..."

Jan. 6, 2014 News Post by Brandon Watson

DOJ Says No to Texas Maps

Feds reject GOP end run around courts for redistricting

"...Shocking no one, the US Department of Justice has just refused to certify that either the..."

Sept. 19, 2011 News Post by Richard Whittaker

The State of Perry's Smile

Governor proposes less for arts, more for big business

"...opportunist, an unstoppable advocate for big business, and out of touch with economic reality. But before yesterday's State of..."

Feb. 9, 2011 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Now What Does This Say About the Texas Democratic Party?

CD 10 candidates line up some, um … powerhouse endorsements.

"...how much value there is in having the endorsement of unsuccessful political candidates, but the Democrats in the Congressional..."

Jan. 15, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...from Deborah Serna and her husband is the first of what is expected to be many stemming from the..."

April 12, 2024 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...SB 4: The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday gave Texas permission to enforce Senate Bill 4, the highly controversial..."

March 22, 2024 News Feature

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Where's the BloodWe Are Blood, the sole provider of blood for 10 Central Texas counties, is suffering from..."

Sept. 15, 2023 News Feature

Bento Picnic Is Closing, Diner Bar Is Boosting Bailey, There’s a Republican With a Cafe for You, Salt & Time and El Chile Enter the Brunching Brawl, Farmer’s Fridge Brightens the Friendly Skies, and So! Much! More!

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...Here’s some of what's happening in Austin's culinary scene – as wrangled..."

Feb. 8, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Elon Musk Purchases All of Austin, Dubs Himself Iron Mayor

Abbott seals the deal with new ruler

"...Proclaiming "an end to a century's worth of frustration and a great day for the schoolchildren of..."

April 2, 2021 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Slowly We Awaken: As of Thursday (Feb. 18) at 2pm, Austin Energy reported that..."

Feb. 19, 2021 News Feature

State Races Make for Critical Choices in the Middle of the Ballot

Taking a look at the state slate

"...told you about key races for Congress and the Texas Legislature. And at the end of the ballot, you'll..."

Oct. 16, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

"Stay Home, Work Safe" Orders Issued for Central Texas

Urgent measures deemed essential to combat spread of COVID-19

"...As expected, the City of Austin, Travis County, and Williamson County have issued shelter-in-place..."

March 24, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Rep. James Talarico on the 86th Texas Legislature

“There isn’t a blue or red way to fix public education – there’s only a right way”

"...James Talarico (HD-52), one of the youngest members of the Texas House, was sworn..."

Jan. 4, 2019 News Feature by Austin Sanders

SCOTUS Punts on Fisher vs. UT, Lifts Part of Voting Rights Act

Two major rulings from the Supreme Court

"...As the Texas Legislature roiled and boiled with the abortion debate, lawmakers..."

June 28, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Then There's This: Redemption, Texas

Theatre en Bloc Brings one gay rights activist's fight to the stage

"...More than a decade after the Texas Leg­islature passed the historic James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes..."

Sept. 14, 2012 News Column by Amy Smith

Current Texas Political Thought

Republicans support same-sex unions? Really?

"...Perry outpolled Kay Bailey Hutchison, Texans support voter ID, Republicans support gay unions, Democrats lack a … wait, whoa,..."

June 24, 2009 News Post by Lee Nichols

Shea Supports Brees for Place 5 on 3rd Court of Appeals

"...Dear Editor, I was surprised by your lack of endorsement in Mina Brees' race for Place 5 on..."

Oct. 24, 2006 Postmarks

Austin at Large: The Most Serious Time of the Year

Somewhere along the way, we learned that in political matters, people trust us

"...At least we've finally gotten a taste of autumn weather as we catch up with our regular..."

Oct. 21, 2022 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Opinion: Conspiracy Theorists Are Central to the New Voter Suppression. I Got to Know One of Them Too Well.

Op-ed: Austin City Council Member Greg Casar traces a fringe candidate's vendetta against him to Trump's Big Lie

"...are being used to push voter suppression laws in Texas and across the country. Many of those conspiracy theorists..."

May 21, 2021 Column by Greg Casar

Rep. John Bucy III on the 86th Texas Legislature

“We’ve got to do everything we can to keep attention on Medicaid expansion”

"...In a rematch of the 2014 race, John Bucy defeated three-term incumbent Tony..."

Jan. 4, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Point Austin: The Age of Trump

As D.C. moves backward, cities must lead forward

"...As its header reflects, the default beat of "Point Austin" is city politics, and its conceptual premise..."

Jan. 6, 2017 News Column by Michael King

Perry's Day of Fasting for Ballots

Governor running for president or pope?

"...credentials. That is, until he called for a day of prayer and fasting in Texas...."

June 7, 2011 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Four of Six: 3rd Court of Appeals

This year, four of the court's six seats are contested

"...Although Texas' appellate judicial races earn little voter scrutiny, what happens..."

Oct. 27, 2006 News Feature by Jordan Smith

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