Beto O'Rourke's Long, Hot Road to the Texas Primary

We report from the 2020 Democratic campaign trail on whether all the blue, sweat, and beers are worth it

"...from the highway department block the streets around Texas Southern University and seal off Debate Land, an alien habitat..."

Sept. 27, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

South Carolina primary victor George W. Bush goes on the defensive after John McCain wins big in Michigan.

"...like the Maginot Line. Instead of using the Michigan primary to stop any Republican insurgents, Bush watched helplessly on..."

Feb. 25, 2000 News Feature by Robert Bryce

The (Point) Seven Percent Solution

Perry 0.7% drubbing a tenth of target for CNN debate slot

"...The last big debate before the Jan. 21 South Carolina primary is the Jan. 19 CNN debate at..."

Jan. 11, 2012 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Letters at 3am

If one is to vote for McCain-Palin, what, precisely, would one be voting for?

"...wisely, without caving in to powerful special interests. In South Carolina, during the 2000 primary, John McCain backed off..."

Sept. 12, 2008 Column by Michael Ventura

Naked City

For many reasons, George W. Bush shouldn't win this week's primary in South Carolina. But he will, because McCain lacks the resources and party backing to keep his campaign going.

"...George W. Bush shouldn't win the South Carolina primary this Saturday. John McCain has more momentum..."

Feb. 18, 2000 News Feature by Robert Bryce

What You Need to Know About U.S. Senate and House Races in Texas

Early voting in Texas starts Feb. 18, 2020. Here's the view from atop your Texas primary ballot.

"...the Iowa caucuses (Feb. 3) and the New Hampshire primary (Feb. 11), but before the Nevada caucuses (Feb. 22)..."

Dec. 6, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Headlines

"...the Hanover Co. for an upscale multifamily development on South Lamar, on what is still a sketchy draft agenda...."

Jan. 20, 2012 News Feature

Headlines

"...Citing the number of venues requesting sound permits during South by Southwest, the city of Austin has announced new..."

Jan. 13, 2012 News Feature

Texas Polling Poorly for Perry

Governor not even leading in Lone Star State any more

"...the Republican Party of Texas might want a split primary so Gov. Rick Perry can have one Super Tuesday..."

Jan. 17, 2012 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Who the Hell is Fred Karger?

Latest polling shows why Perry is avoiding New Hampshire

"...Gov. Rick Perry announced that he was heading to South Carolina to campaign, everyone has been wondering: Why is..."

Jan. 5, 2012 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Clinton Is Not a Progressive

"...had no problem playing the race card in the South Carolina primary. Mr. Clinton, though extremely talented, has more..."

Feb. 1, 2008 Postmarks

The Headlines and the Presidential Also-Rans

How can candidates be strong on delegates and weak in coverage?

"...mostly from press releases and PR people. In presidential primary terms, big campaigns make a big noise and get..."

Jan. 26, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

'Tis the Filing Season

Progressives can breathe a sigh of relief – Sen. Bernie Sanders officially filed

"...Joe Martinez figures to meet whoever wins the March primary, though his odds of winning are best left to..."

Dec. 18, 2015 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Cain: 6,324 ... Perry: 2,494

Rick Perry's campaign fell hard and fast in 2012

"...Granite State's Jan. 10 vote and heading straight to South Carolina, which he declared to be his Alamo. The..."

Jan. 27, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

The Race to 270 (and 51, and 218 …)

An hour-by-hour viewer's guide to Tuesday night's election coverage

"...(where Richard Lugar was too liberal for the GOP primary electorate), that would leave the current 53-47 Dem majority..."

Nov. 6, 2012 News Post by Nick Barbaro

Endorsements

Our endorsements for the March 9 Republican and Democratic primaries

"...makes the following endorsements for the March 9 Texas primary elections. We endorse only in those races in which..."

Feb. 27, 2004 News Feature

Endorsements

Our endorsements for the March 9 Republican and Democratic primaries

"...makes the following endorsements for the March 9 Texas primary elections. We endorse only in those races in which..."

Feb. 20, 2004 News Feature

Tom Petty, Charli XCX, and Demi Lovato Headline SXSW Film 2021 List

Festival drops complete lineup, with 2020 titles getting their shot

"...movies, the two oldest and most defining elements of South by Southwest, find harmony in the three headlining films..."

Feb. 10, 2021 SXSW Post by Richard Whittaker

Ten Key Moments in a Year of Endless Texas Election Drama

Vote Early and Often

"...organizer and candidate for Congress in the TX-25 Democratic primary was waylaid and threatened by militants associated with the..."

Dec. 18, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

The Democrats, Scrambled

Climb on the roller coaster, the ride has just begun

"...Whatever else happens this week, the Democratic primary campaign is far from over...."

Jan. 30, 2004 News Column by Michael King

Done and Dusted

Rick Perry suspends presidential campaign, endorses Gingrich

"...In a Charleston, South Carolina press suite devoid of supporters (seen his polling..."

Jan. 19, 2012 News Post by Richard Whittaker

UT Basketball on a Major Roll

Defeat Spartans and Tarheels in the same week

"...– which read Saginaw Valley State, Nebraska-Omaha, Eastern Michigan, South Carolina, Chaminade, Washington (then 13th ranked), Tennessee Tech, Bowling..."

Dec. 24, 2010 Sports Post by Russ Espinoza

Will Shill for Nukes

At UT and elsewhere, academic scientists are only too happy to lend their names and reputations to the nuclear power industry

"...nuclear industry's stentorian voice and lobby. The NEI's current primary concern – besides beating the congressional bushes for tax..."

April 16, 2004 News Feature by William M. Adler

How the Democratic Primaries Could Affect Down-Ballot Races in Austin

See what happens when the circus is in town

"...huge rail transit proposal. But next week's (March 3) primary is the first time since 2008 – and before..."

Feb. 28, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...that a shorter drunken drive to Marco Polo in South Austin would be preferable than for "the chefs and..."

April 2, 2004 Column

No Way To Pick a Senator

It's Sadler vs. Yarbrough and Dewhurst vs. Cruz in this month's primary run-offs

"...that the real election is happening in the Republican primary run-off between Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst and former Solicitor..."

July 20, 2012 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Julián Castro, Women of Color, and Texas 2020

The path toward turning the state blue

"...Nevada (where Castro is making a big stand) and South Carolina. Then comes Super Tuesday...."

Oct. 4, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

'The NFL Beat': Combine Commentary

On the exceptional 2012 draft class

"...of the board like Quinton Coples (UNC), Melvin Ingram (South Carolina), Whitney Mercillus (Illinois) and Nick Perry (USC). Boom-or-bust..."

March 1, 2012 Sports Post by Alex Dunlap

The Loyal Lieutenants

Bush Applies Litmus Test of Allegiance in Choosing Inner Circle

"...to Sen. John McCain in New Hampshire. There, in South Carolina, Quayle took a big helping of loyalty pie,..."

March 17, 2000 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Naked City

George W. Bush's loss in New Hampshire forces a radical retooling of his campaign strategy.

"...ignore New Hampshire because Bush's organization in the other primary states was so good. Rove called New Hampshire voters..."

Feb. 11, 2000 News Feature by Robert Bryce

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