Republican Party Platform

"...Economy Local Control --The Party supports the concept of choice in education and believes..."

Oct. 30, 1998 News Feature

Tea Party Versus Black Voters

Right wing activist claims GOP doesn't want minority voters

"...The Republican Party of Texas is in trouble when it comes..."

June 5, 2013 News Post by Richard Whittaker

A Tale of Two Party Chairs

Democrat Richie asks for unity, GOP chief Benkiser asks for cash

"...in D.C., the state chairs for the Democrats and Republicans in Texas have been busy penning missives to the..."

Jan. 20, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Time for Party Lines

Dems condemn voter ID debate, Republicans turn it into Austin-bashing, fund-raising opportunity

"...While the debate was still roiling, the Republican Party of Texas railed against the Democrats' "childish rants..."

March 11, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Why Doesn't Ben Bentzin Make It Clear He's a Republican?

"...along our highways mention that Ben Bentzin is a Republican? One would think that a candidate running for political..."

Jan. 30, 2006 Postmarks

Green Party Responds

"...on to hope that they'll at least be Green Party candidates in those races, "But given their record lately,..."

March 18, 2004 Postmarks

Hillary’s America: The Secret History of the Democratic Party

Another distorted salvo from Dinesh D’Souza

"...troubling and controversial history of the Democrats, the pro-slavery party before the Civil War and then, for the next..."

July 22, 2016 Movie Review by Louis Black

Almost Extinct Species – a Moderate Republican

"...in the past. The loyalty, the votes, the long-term support – all for naught. You see, I’m part of..."

Nov. 29, 2005 Postmarks

New Republican Values: Theft Is Okay

GOP candidates use copyrighted works without permission

"...that is having copyrighted stuff lifted without approval by Republican campaign operatives. Yesterday, Democratic activist Vince Liebowitz complained that..."

Oct. 24, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Record Turnout in Run-Off Election Pushes Democratic Party Toward Change

State and local races show the blue getting bluer

"...whatever it takes to have their voice heard," said party Chair Gilberto Hinojosa in a statement. The ruling party..."

July 17, 2020 News Feature by the News Staff

Despite Being Vastly Outspent by Challenger, José Garza’s Progressive Message Still Has Austin’s Support

After winning primary in a landslide, Garza is certain to win reelection

"...in the candidate filing period for the primary, was supported by moderate Democrats like Moore, Republican donors and voters,..."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Some People Will Vote Republican

"...Dear Editor, Some people will vote Republican. They think the economy is recovering too slowly, but..."

Oct. 15, 2012 Postmarks

Even More Soifer Support

"...set the record straight. We represented the Texas Democratic Party, Democratic elected officials, and Democratic interests in the 2001..."

Dec. 15, 2003 Postmarks

The Ruling Party

Something to Crow About

"...was seen on election night socializing happily with young Republican extraordinaire Todd Baxter one minute and El Concilio activist..."

May 7, 1999 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

"...space for what’s next. I’m thankful for all the support that Austin has shown me over the last eight..."

Feb. 8, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Now What Does This Say About the Texas Democratic Party?

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

"...Grant has the support of the Democrats that took on incumbent Republican Michael..."

Jan. 15, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Getting to Know Robert Morrow

Newly elected GOP county chair causing a Republican revolt

"...Tuesday, March 8, resolution passed by the Travis County Republican Party Executive Committee...."

March 8, 2016 News Post by Mary Tuma

Point Austin: What the GOP Wants for You

The 2010 Republican Party platform is a real nightmare

"...the earnestness of the fall campaigns, the perennial Texas Republican Party platform can generally be relied upon to deliver..."

July 23, 2010 News Column by Michael King

Tex Dem Platform Rejects GOP on Gays

Dems slam GOP for encouraging 'violence' against LGBTQ souls

"...In response to the recently adopted Texas Republican Party platform’s embarrassingly backward support for "gay conversion" treatment,..."

July 2, 2014 News Post by Mary Tuma

Morrow vs. Trump vs. the GOP

Travis County GOP rudderless, broke after ousting chair

"...Child Rapist" sign downstairs, and the emergency Travis County Republican Party press conference upstairs, certainly put an interesting spin..."

Aug. 26, 2016 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Cruz Quits Presidential Race

Inevitable exit after Indiana collapse

"...Sen. Ted Cruz has suspended his campaign for the Republican Party presidential nomination...."

May 3, 2016 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Texas Teabagging Not So Sweet

Wednesday's anti-tax protest show tensions in the conservative movement

"...If the Republican Party was hoping that yesterday's mass teabagging was going..."

April 16, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Travis Dems Allege GOP Voter Intimidation Plot

Claim East and SE Austin minorities targeted

"...Claims of voter harassment and intimidation by pro-Republican groups have been rocking Harris County (Houston) during the..."

Oct. 29, 2010 News Post by Lee Nichols

Looking for Tony

Democrats are settling on Tony Sanchez as their next gubernatorial candidate before anyone has an idea who he is.

"...and political candidates, most of them Democrats. But one Republican -- George W. Bush -- has benefited handsomely from..."

Dec. 8, 2000 News Feature by Amy Smith

At the Capitol, Texas Tries to Catch Up With Cannabis

From medical use to decriminalization to legalization, marijuana seems to have bipartisan support, so what's taking so long?

"...their patients. The measure – which has beaucoup bipartisan support via 53 co-authors and was unanimously approved at a..."

May 3, 2019 News Feature by Kevin Curtin

Page Two

The House Democrats' walkout was their best option in light of Republicans' vicious and highly partisan day in the sun; ending The Chronicle Hour quiets the right-wing voices in our head.

"...regarding the walkout by House Democrats is no exception. Republicans tend to chastise the sitting Oklahoman minority, Democrats to..."

May 16, 2003 Column by Louis Black

Larry Joe Doherty's Mitt Romney Connection

Democratic congressional candidate's finance chair held a fundraiser for Republican presidential candidate.

"...“Mattress Mac” of Houston TV commercial fame – crossed party lines by hosting a reception in December for Republican..."

Jan. 11, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Point Austin: Those Who Sow the Wind

The national GOP continues to perpetuate its permanent culture of extremism

"...The same is not true of the Republicans, where the Grand Old Party (an increasingly ironic nickname)..."

Sept. 25, 2015 News Column by Michael King

Endorsements

Our endorsements for the March 9 Republican and Democratic primaries

"...an informed decision. That includes a selected handful of Republican races in which we hope concerned Republican voters might..."

Feb. 27, 2004 News Feature

Endorsements

Our endorsements for the March 9 Republican and Democratic primaries

"...an informed decision. That includes a selected handful of Republican races in which we hope concerned Republican voters might..."

Feb. 20, 2004 News Feature

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