Point Austin: Supremes v. Texas

The future of U.S. politics may become, "Vote for Show, Map for Dough"

"...– in this instance effectively synonymous with the state Republican Party – seconded by the George W. Bush Dept...."

March 10, 2006 News Column by Michael King

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Our readers talk back.

"...liberals step over each other to uphold a dying party – and corrupt candidates – that has left them..."

Nov. 19, 2004 Column

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The Republican right's hypocritical rhetoric machine has become so dazzling and effective it can only be viewed as (highly successful) conceptual art.

"...ninth or 10th time you watch Casablanca. Still, right-wing Republicans have so refined their rhetoric that it must be..."

Aug. 1, 2003 Column by Louis Black

Endangered Species?

The remaining rural Democrats in the Legislature consider their options -- and fight back.

"...sent a "cease-and-desist" letter complaining of potential trademark violations. Republican "Rural White Boys" Rick Hardcastle of Vernon and Dennis..."

July 18, 2003 News Feature by Michael King

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"...I contacted the other candidates for the Commissioners Court, Republican and Libertarian, and found that Mr. King hadn't talked..."

Oct. 25, 2002 Column

If You Can't Stand the Heat ...

Republican Jill Warren is behind in the polls and going negative on her Democratic opponent Ann Kitchen, in the race for House District 48 in Travis County.

"...legislative race in the city. Democrat Ann Kitchen and Republican Jill Warren are running for the House seat vacated..."

Oct. 13, 2000 News Feature by Rob D'Amico

First-Ever Appraisal District Election Is Small Battle in GOP-Dem War Over Taxation in Texas

Elected Dem- or GOP-backed candidates would have outsized power over district

"...Travis County fear the May 4 election could allow Republicans to gain power in what is a staunchly Democratic..."

April 5, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

The Gathering Storm: Robert Draper on the Post-Reality GOP

NYT writer and former Austinite sees a dark future in his new book, Weapons of Mass Delusion

"...plan "was to do a book about 'whither the Republican Party after Trump's presidency.' It presupposed the party would..."

Nov. 4, 2022 Arts Feature by Jay Trachtenberg

Page Two: Theatre of Cruelty

The backdrop of reality that belies the McCain-Palin pageant

"...Alaska continues, untethered by any reality. Bush cronyism and Republican litmus tests for government hires have almost gutted the..."

Sept. 19, 2008 Column by Louis Black

HD 48: Where's Ben?

Considered the favorite six months ago to capture the House District 48 seat vacated by Todd Baxter, Republican Ben Bentzin has all but disappeared from the playing field

"...when most political campaigns are shifting into high gear, Republican Ben Bentzin – six months ago considered the favorite..."

July 21, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

Texas Republicans Dodge Criminal Campaign Finance Bullet

Republican Party of Texas cuts deal with Travis County on corporate money charges.

"...In a far-reaching deal between the Republican Party of Texas and Travis Co. Attorney David Escamilla,..."

Nov. 25, 2005 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

'Reinventing Government'

A conversation with Louis Dubose about Tom DeLay and 'The Hammer'

"...Tom DeLay, God, Money, and the Rise of the Republican Congress, by Austin authors Lou Dubose and Jan Reid...."

Oct. 29, 2004 News Feature by Michael King

'It All Leads Back to Texas'

Robert Bryce on the Texas-Washington-international crony network

"...roots are really in Lyndon Johnson and the Democratic Party, and it ends obviously with the Bushes and the..."

June 18, 2004 News Feature by Michael King

A Day at the Races

Primary races start heating up in nearby counties, across Texas, and around the nation.

"...Commissioners Court in Precinct 3 (which includes Wimberley), where Republican incumbent Bill Burnett is facing primary opposition from Craig..."

March 3, 2000 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Will the GOP Return to City Hall?

Right-leaning challengers aim to unseat CMs in run-offs

"...Alter) in the two Council districts with the most Republican voters. But Mackenzie Kelly finishing very close behind Flannigan..."

Nov. 13, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Slay the Dragon

Hard-hitting political documentary shows the menace of gerrymandering is coming back

"...the 21st century have seen the dominance of the Republican Party in America because their strategists realized one thing:..."

April 17, 2020 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

Partisan Races

Looking at the statewide, legislative, and county ballot

"...state – not just the radicals who vote in Republican primaries – then Davis is supremely qualified. She has..."

Oct. 17, 2014 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

GOP Marches Backward

2014 Texas platform veers hard right

"...If all press is good press, the Texas Repub­lican Party has had a very good week. Following the adoption..."

June 13, 2014 News Feature by Brandon Watson

Are They Dreaming? Local Republicans Rattle Awake.

Travis GOP aims to turn county blue

"...The Travis County Republican Party has fielded one of its largest tickets in..."

Jan. 15, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Libertarians

Democrats and Libertarians find common ground in their grudge against Republicans

"...toward the GOP. It's also true that the Libertarian Party of Texas isn't exactly filled with big fans of..."

Oct. 10, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

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State reps Jack Stick and Todd Baxter deserve their very own 'Best of Austin' category

"...I'll add President Bush to that list, so delighted Republican loyalists can work up their Sturm und Drang over..."

Oct. 1, 2004 Column by Louis Black

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Contemplating the devastating effects of redistricting on democracy and the transformational effects of knowing Ondine and Ed Lowry.

"...I believe in the American two-party system of government. When Democrats are in power, I'm..."

Oct. 17, 2003 Column by Louis Black

He's Coming Back

Who gets punished when George W. Bush comes home to Austin after losing the election.

"...where the Texas delegation was housed for the 1988 Republican National Convention, George W. was courting the Texas press..."

Oct. 13, 2000 News Feature by Louis Dubose

Nine Reasons Why Trump Is in Austin

Deciphering the most baffling campaign stop of 2016

"...This afternoon, the Republican presidential candidate will fly in to Austin for a..."

Aug. 23, 2016 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Equality Texas and the Dangers of 'Good Enough'

Sarah Davis endorsement falls short on promoting LGBT equality

"...to go towards LGBT equality. Tuesday Equality Texas endorsed Republican incumbent Sarah Davis in her House bid. It was..."

Jan. 24, 2014 News Post by Brandon Watson

Lege Races: Austin and Elsewhere

These candidates are all over the map on issues

"...again, the House will be the major battleground as Republicans try to reinforce their slim majority (77-73, after one..."

Feb. 19, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Where Is My Mind?

Texas Republicans and Democrats overreact to Massachusetts

"...Texas Republicans have spent the day treating Senator-elect Scott Brown's victory..."

Jan. 20, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Dems Hunting Daugherty in Precinct 3

Dems Hunting Daugherty in Precinct 3, Voting Rolls Mystery Part 2: The County's Side, and Voter ID Bill Redux

"...5, 2002, was a heady day for Travis County Republicans. Statewide, the "GOP tidal wave" had seized control of..."

Feb. 1, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Naked City

"...20%. Edwards' wife, Elizabeth, present at the Texas Democratic Party headquarters in Austin for the announcement, said she believed..."

Sept. 14, 2007 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and Happenings from Austin and Beyond

"..."I'm Vince Young, and it's halftime." – Ben Bentzin, Republican candidate for state House District 48, predicting in the..."

Jan. 27, 2006 News Feature

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