Framing the Populist Message

This election year, the populist message just might pay off

"...those sentiments into votes? It's all about how the message is delivered, says Westen – the author of The..."

Aug. 15, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

So Much for Those Travis Republican Districts

"...seats to six, with three specifically shaped to elect Republicans. Our representation went from four Dems, one Republican, to..."

Nov. 7, 2006 News Post by Lee Nichols

Page Two: The Message

Republicans try to rewrite a history of privileging party over principle

"...saw all branches of the government essentially fall into Republican hands. This resulted in a partisan privileging that not..."

Feb. 6, 2009 Column by Louis Black

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

"...the primary, was supported by moderate Democrats like Moore, Republican donors and voters, the Austin Police Association (APA President..."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

And I Approved This Instant Message

What will page views, YouTube clips, and MySpace friends add up to for Web-savvy Democratic hopefuls?

"...piece, had nearly 1,400. Even Rudy Giuliani, the former Republican mayor of New York who hasn't formally declared his..."

March 2, 2007 Screens Feature by Robert Bryce

Texas' Lesser-Known Contenders for Republican Presidential Nomination

"...Amidst the national names filing in Texas for the Republican presidential nomination, there are a couple of lesser-known figures,..."

Jan. 11, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Defining the Eco Message

Is the enviro movement due for a branding makeover?

"...a success, how low is this bar? We've got Republican candidates who believe in cups. ... You actually want..."

Oct. 14, 2011 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

God Is a Registered Republican

"...pastor (the one now under the bus) deliver his message of "God d___ America"! There seems to be very..."

Aug. 28, 2008 Postmarks

Rodriguez Attacks Casar Over Homelessness Policy

Dems condemn political ad’s “Republican-style” tactics

"...letter to Eddie Rodriguez, asking him to “cease using Republican-style campaign tactics.”..."

Jan. 29, 2022 News Post by Austin Sanders

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

Gavel Hunt Is Go

GOP eats its own in House speaker struggle

"...civil war, as the most extreme ends of the Republican party inside and outside the House chamber try to..."

Nov. 12, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

More From the Floor

Chelsea Clinton makes it to the convention

"...point for the Texas Dems: that Virginia was reliably Republican for years, but has gone Dem in just about..."

June 6, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

In & Out

"...gay stereotypes, but in context, they actually support a message of good-natured tolerance. Aspiring Republican politico Selleck even trashes..."

Sept. 19, 1997 Movie Review by Russell Smith

Postmarks

My Vote, My Message

"...5. You do have the power to send a message to the political establishment. Don't waste the opportunity...."

Nov. 1, 1996 Column

Bittersweet Ending

Notes From the Republican Revolution

"...8pm: The big banner screaming "Republicans: The Future of Texas" is easy to shrug off..."

Nov. 6, 1998 News Feature

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

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

Page Two

If myopic concerns could be traded as legitimate, revenue-based options, Austin would be looking at one of the great bull markets of our time

"...A partisan aside: The oft-made campaign claim that the Republicans have strongly answered terrorism by reacting militarily and holding..."

April 9, 2004 Column by Louis Black

Attack of the Robocaller!

WilCo Dem county attorney challenger claims attack piece breaks federal law

"...Lynn, the Democrat running for Wilco county attorney against Republican incumbent Jana Duty, (and not, as Google assumes, Britney..."

Oct. 28, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

"Vexatious Litigant" Madeleine Connor Prepares to Take the Bench

Here comes the judge!

"...353rd state District Court. Following previous defeats as a Republican (twice) and a Democrat (once), Connor narrowly defeated incumbent..."

Oct. 29, 2020 News Post by Michael King

News Ticker: November 6

All the news that's fit to blog

"...Dan Patrick gets crafty, and Pete Sessions stays on message. Pomposity is on the News Ticker...."

Nov. 6, 2013 News Post by Brandon Watson

The Edwards Impact

Texas Democratic Party praises former presidential hopeful.

"...Giuliani has had little to no impact on the Republican primary process. The same can't be said of John..."

Jan. 31, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Welcome to Election '08!

The GOP test-drives next year's talking points for the press.

"...Gov. Rick Perry and Cornyn were launching the statewide Republican election campaign/fundraising exercise, Victory 2008. Or Victory '08, or..."

July 16, 2007 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Bolton Gives Dems a Clean Travis Sweep

"...The Travis County Republican Party's "No Blue Dot" campaign (referring to Travis County's..."

Nov. 8, 2006 News Post by Michael King

Pauken Quits GOP Governor's Race

Former Workforce Commission chair concedes early defeat

"...filing fee and will not be running for the Republican nomination for governor...."

Dec. 6, 2013 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Clint Eastwood: Good, Bad & Ugly

Hey, at least Sondra Locke didn't show up

"...love Clint Eastwood. Period. What happened yesterday at the Republican National Convention in Tampa is never, ever going to..."

Aug. 31, 2012 Screens Post by Marc Savlov

The Politics of Debating

What Medina's GOP debate inclusion and exclusion means for White and Shami

"...Thursday's Republican gubernatorial debate was exactly what could have been expected...."

Jan. 17, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Bolton Gets a Challenger

Ex-RECA board member Paul Workman running in HD-47 as Republican

"...announced Friday that he plans to run for the Republican nomination for House District 47 Democrat – Valinda Bolton's..."

Nov. 2, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Thompson: Well Done, Dukes

Failed HD 46 challenger congratulates incumbent, thanks staff and volunteers.

"...voters who voted for me were sending a clear message that they want better representation. Assuming that message was..."

March 5, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Black Like Him?

Houston candidate hoodwinks voters into thinking he's black

"...What's the best way for a white Republican to win in an overwhelmingly black Democratic district? In..."

Nov. 11, 2013 News Post by Brandon Watson

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