Chronicle Endorsements for the November General Election

Our picks for the local, state, and national races you'll see on your ballot

"...a streamlined version of these endorsements. Partisan Races: The Democrats..."

Oct. 2, 2020 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Pink Floyd's Roger Waters Gets Political With the Chronicle

He should be a prime-time news analyst. Televisions would melt.

"...1,000 percent in the upcoming election. That's if the Democrats don't railroad him like they did the last time...."

March 20, 2020 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Balancing the Scales of Justice on Texas’ Most Important Courts

Dems run en masse for statewide judicial seats

"...that has contributed to the current optimism. Triana is second only to Meachum in donations, with $100,970. If she..."

Feb. 14, 2020 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Behind Enemy Lines at ALEC's Right-Wing Policy Conference

Activists say the American Legislative Exchange Council backs corporate interests over people

"...In scorching 100-degree heat, the activists marched along Second Street and blocked shuttles transporting ALEC attendees in front..."

Aug. 30, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

A Two-Horse Race for Mayor

Can Laura Morrison hope to edge out Steve Adler?

"...all recognition and affordability, Mor­ri­son would have a strong chance of defeating a popular incumbent enjoying a prosperous economy...."

July 6, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

District Attorney: Moore Takes All

Late-filing challenger bests Cobb

"...a couple hours prior, Cobb had learned Travis County Democrats were supporting his opponent Margaret Moore at a rate..."

March 4, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

News Roundup: Refugees, Republicans, & Rhetoric

Refugee politics take center stage

"...first place. The veteran politician was one of 47 Democrats (seven of them from Texas) to vote for House..."

Nov. 22, 2015 News Post by the News Staff

Lege Lines: School Finance Math; Tax Plans Diverge; Veteran Benefits Restricted; and More

Is school finance dead this session?; House and Senate tax plans split; Lege restricts veterans' benefits; and more

"...very last day for a bill to receive a second reading. Senate Public Education Committee Chair Larry Taylor, R-Friends­wood,..."

May 15, 2015 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Randall Stephens: 'I Can Handle the Job'

"...past, I've voted for Republicans and I've voted for Democrats. It depends on the race. I've voted for a..."

May 30, 2014 News Feature

Point Austin: Primarily Texas

Musings on the day after a frozen vote

"...– but pundits are already heaping dirt on the Democrats' and gubernatorial nominee Wendy Davis' fall chances. They were..."

March 7, 2014 News Column by Michael King

Happy Holidays from ALEC

Lobbyists continue program of drafting corporate-supported bills

"...introduced in our state legislatures at a non-trivial rate. Second, they have a good chance – better than most..."

Dec. 27, 2013 News Feature by Michael King

Davis Enters Race, Mudslinging Begins

A governor's race with lots of buzz

"...of that damage and give the next generation a chance at success."..."

Oct. 11, 2013 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Wendy Davis: In For Governor Race

UPDATE: Fort Worth Dem to challenge GOP stranglehold next November

"...Democrat running for statewide office has been an outside chance for the last decade and a half. However, Davis..."

Oct. 3, 2013 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Lege Lines

The 83rd session keeps rolling

"...the House and Senate both gaveling in for the second special session at around 2pm on July 1. While..."

July 5, 2013 News Column by Richard Whittaker

Lege Lines

Texas Lottery, Rainy Day Fund, water, education, payday lenders, and more

"...After four hours of arm-twisting, the House took a second vote and approved the bill 91-53. Watering the Economy..."

April 26, 2013 News Column by Richard Whittaker

Civics 101

"...BLACK AUSTIN DEMOCRATS Learn how to help out with the Travis County..."

Aug. 17, 2012 News Column

Geopolitical Fault Lines

Austin's latest attempt at single-member districts is getting a mixed response

"...The Travis County Republican Party and the South Austin Democrats? Busy beating swords into plowshares together...."

July 6, 2012 News Feature by Josh Rosenblatt

Luv Doc Recommends: A 'Hole' Bunch of Thanks With Chris Brecht & Dead Flowers

Hole in the Wall, Thursday, November 24, 2011

"...which is truly worth another four-year stint, even if Democrats have to walk 10 miles barefoot through the snow..."

Nov. 25, 2011 Column by The Luv Doc

SBOE Primary: Down With Dunbar

Dunbar unseats Dems' chance to unseat her

"...deceptive tool of perversion,'" said Jennings. But while the Democrats were hoping to unseat Dunbar, they've apparently lost their..."

Dec. 11, 2009 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and beyond

"...on transportation, and it's too important to leave to chance," he asserted. In a humorous nod to rail skeptics,..."

Nov. 6, 2009 News Feature

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and beyond

"...on the state's highest civil court. Brister becomes the second judge on the court to announce intentions to leave...."

Aug. 28, 2009 News Feature

Letters at 3AM

We may come to regret there are so few intelligent conservative voices making themselves heard

"...York Times, March 11, p.WK10). South Carolina has the second highest jobless rate in the country at 10.4% (Associated..."

March 27, 2009 Column by Michael Ventura

Happenings

"...HEARING See "Naked City." 6-8pm. City Hall, 301 W. Second, Council Chambers. www.cityofaustin.org/council/livemusictaskforce.htm...."

June 27, 2008 News Feature

Naked City

"...of the group that owns the AMLI building on Second Street and which, through AMLI Downtown Austin LP, has..."

Jan. 11, 2008 News Feature

Naked City

"...CD 23 and entered the race, giving him a chance not only to head back to Washington but also..."

Dec. 15, 2006 News Feature

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...President of Stonewall Democrats of Williamson CountyWhat About the PS in DPS?Dear Editor,..."

Sept. 29, 2006 Column

Naked City

Headlines and Happenings from Austin and Beyond

"...Fair this week to give high school-aged students a chance to meet with representatives from alternative schools and job-training..."

July 14, 2006 News Feature

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...for fulfilling one of his dreams. He took a chance and it worked. Others have given reviews that weren't..."

June 23, 2006 Column

Endorsement

Special election for Texas House of Representatives, District 48

"...effectiveness as a campaigner, and also suggests that local Democrats are energized by her candidacy as well as by..."

Feb. 10, 2006 News Feature

Endorsement

Special election for Texas House of Representatives, District 48

"...effectiveness as a campaigner, and also suggests that local Democrats are energized by her candidacy as well as by..."

Feb. 3, 2006 News Feature

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