The Other McCain

When campaign signs send the wrong message

"...and there was this big red sign that said McCain," he said. "It nearly threw me off my speech."..."

April 1, 2008 Design Post by Richard Whittaker

McCain Keelhauls the GOP

Democratic tide swamps a Keel brother in the Precinct 3 constable's race

"...In a surprise upset, unknown Democrat Richard McCain snapped the vote to become the county's new..."

Nov. 5, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith

The Constable Races: Part 2

The relatively tame contests at play in precincts 1,3, and 4

"...Democrat Richard McCain is seeking re-election to the seat he won..."

Feb. 29, 2008 News Feature by Amy Smith

What's a Constable to Do?

Candidates clash over job descriptions in Precinct 3 and 5 contests

"...In Precinct 3, Democrat Richard McCain, a former Mustang Ridge cop and deputy constable..."

Oct. 15, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith

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The Other McCain

"...The Other McCain..."

April 4, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Constables, Precincts 1, 3, 4: Nature of the Job

Spit flies in other constable races, but no lawsuits (yet)

"...on" for more than just election day. Precinct 3: Richard McCain* vs. Sally Hernandez..."

May 11, 2012 News Feature by Mike Kanin

Endorsements

The Chronicle's picks in the Nov. 2 election

"...well and deserves continued support.Travis Co. Constable, Precinct 3: Richard McCain Democrat McCain, a longtime police officer and deputy..."

Oct. 15, 2004 News Feature

'Chronicle' Endorsements

Nov. 4 General Election

"...Bush administration is dithering and delaying – and John McCain promises more of the same. We need a broad..."

Oct. 17, 2008 News Feature

'Chronicle' Endorsements

March 4 primary election

"...for the job of civil high-court justice. Gov. Ann Richards first appointed Yañez to the bench in 1993, making..."

Feb. 22, 2008 News Feature

Precinct 2 Constables

Why on earth would anyone want to run for constable? You'd be surprised.

"...senior officer in the Precinct 3 office of Constable Richard McCain. Ordinarily, such credentials would make Ballesteros the candidate..."

Feb. 22, 2008 News Feature by Jordan Smith

The March Primaries and After: The Filing Report

Flurry of last-minute filings

"...Keel that was on the ballot, [Precinct 3 Constable] Richard McCain [defeated] comfortably." That Keel was Thornton in 2004,..."

Jan. 11, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Yes, We Have Candidates!

Filing for March primary elections officially began Dec. 3; incumbents, others stake their places on ballot

"...Varela, running for Precinct 3 constable against Dem incumbent Richard McCain. But as of Friday, five of the county's..."

Dec. 14, 2007 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

May 29 Primary Elections: The 'Chronicle' Endorsements

"...by questionable background or policy positions. Constable, Precinct 3: Richard McCain..."

May 11, 2012 News Feature

Nov. 4 Election Results

"...CountyTotal   PRESIDENT Barack Obama (D)253,278 (64.1%)62,868,071 (52.0%) John McCain (R)136,671 (34.6%)55,666,711 (46.0%) Bob Barr (L)4,915 (1.2%)(–) Ralph Nader54..."

Nov. 7, 2008 News Feature

March 4 Election Results

"...Barack Obama116,137 (62.6%)1,356,210 (47.4%)61 John Edwards737 (0.4%)29,877 (1.0%)0 Bill Richardson256 (0.1%)10,698 (0.4%)0 Joe Biden146 (0.1%)5,304 (0.2%)0 Christopher J. Dodd80..."

March 7, 2008 News Feature

Looking for 'Real' Democrats

A report from the endorsement circus

"...on the ballot other than Clinton, Obama, Huckabee, and McCain. The primaries are coming to Texas March 4 (early..."

Jan. 25, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Dem Results: Few Surprises

Several Democratic incumbents easily secured victory Tuesday night

"...Pflug­erville City Council Member Victor Gon­zales (19%), nonprofit director Richard Frank­lin III (16%), and former city project manager Arthur..."

June 1, 2012 News Feature

Primary Prospects

A rundown of primary election battles shaping up

"...Michael McCaul*, Ernie Beltz Jr.; D: Dan Grant; L: Richard Priest..."

Jan. 13, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Live Coverage of the Obama-Clinton Debate, Part 2

Debate coverage continued.

"...has headed off to go stalk Matt Taibbi again. Richard Whittaker: Oh, and a potential Clinton mis-step with the..."

Feb. 21, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Notable Democratic Endorsements

A roundup of the Dem clubs' recommendations for the March 4 primary

"...Larry Joe Doherty: Barbara Ann Radnofsky, Richard Morrison Travis Co. Commissioner, Precinct 3..."

Feb. 15, 2008 News Feature

Endorsements

Who's Zooming Who?

"...Larry Joe Doherty: N/A; Barbara Ann Radnofsky, Richard Morrison Travis Co. Commissioner, Precinct 3..."

Jan. 25, 2008 News Feature

Sheriff Sally Hernandez Continues to Do "What’s Right"

Besieged by the state GOP, Hernandez shows no sign of backing down from her immigration policies

"...political arena in 2012 when she beat two-term incumbent Richard McCain in the Demo­cratic primary and then Republican opponent..."

July 7, 2017 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Meet the Candidate: John Sisson

Sheriff candidate calls for end to S-Comm

"...Commission, he became a deputy in Precinct 3 Constable Richard McCain's office. In 2012, Sisson ran against Sheriff Ham­ilton..."

July 17, 2015 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

The Big May Takeaway

Highlights of last night's GOP and Democratic primaries

"...Travis County Chief of Investigations Sally Hernandez overturned incumbent Richard McCain..."

May 30, 2012 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Sheriff Over ICE

Dem candidates spar over the TCSO role in immigration

"...Commis­sion, Sisson became a deputy with Precinct 3 Con­stable Richard McCain, where he has worked since October 2009. It..."

March 23, 2012 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Who Else Is Running?

A look at local contested races

"...Two Democratic incumbents have primary opponents: Precinct 3's Richard McCain will try to fend off Sally Hernandez, chief..."

July 22, 2011 News Feature

Other races

Down-ballot stuff, and a few crazy Republicans

"...Republican incumbent Bob Vann • Constable, Pct. 3: Incumbent Richard McCain 55% over Robert Eller • Constable, Pct. 4:..."

March 5, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Biscoe's Mr. Fix-It Hangs Up Spurs

The man behind County Judge Sam Biscoe bids farewell

"...energy. Friend Stacy Suits, the chief deputy in Con­stable Richard McCain's office, calls Smith "the wild man of county..."

Feb. 29, 2008 News Feature by Kimberly Reeves

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

"...blue, and the Precinct 3 constabulary is under Dem Richard McCain. There are now only three GOP officials in..."

Feb. 1, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Dem Endorsement Roundup

Dukes shut out in big endorsement meeting of Democratic clubs.

"...CAAAD Adan Ballesteros: ATD, CAPD, SWAD, SAD Pct. 3 Richard McCain (i): TED, CAPD, SWAD, SAD, AAD Robert Eller:..."

Jan. 17, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

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