Campaign Cash: Who's in the Money?

Some war chests are full; some are empty

"...organize a real campaign. With no Green Party of Texas legislative candidates on the Travis County ballot and the..."

July 30, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Seven in Play

Seven key races across the state could turn the House back to Democratic control

"...last seats that the Republicans are holding in Central Texas," said state Democratic spokesman Hector Nieto. HD 55 (Bell..."

Oct. 10, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

ACLU, Free Market Foundation Want In On Speaker Race

Rights group and religious right suing Texas Ethics Commission over right to pump money into speaker race.

"...bedfellows," but the unexpected grouping of the ACLU of Texas, religious right advocates the Free Market Foundation and conservative..."

Feb. 13, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Yes, We Have Candidates!

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

"...dearth of Republican candidates. Exceptions are Precinct 3 County Commissioner Gerald Daugherty and Mike Varela, running for Precinct 3..."

Dec. 14, 2007 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Callous Keller Strikes Again

Judge lies in zeal to send convict to the death chamber.

"...the Oct. 4 San Antonio Express-News article on the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals’ decision to ignore the last-minute..."

Oct. 9, 2007 News Post by Jordan Smith

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...I've received is $36,138 from the Libertarian Party of Texas for consulting services despite insinuations conjured from Texas Ethics..."

June 16, 2006 Column

Election Ticker: Run, Run, Run-off Away

It's a whole new election, y'all! Don't be alarmed.

"...by attorney Matthew Tynan filed a complaint with the Texas Ethics Commission, citing Section 145.003 of the Texas Election..."

Nov. 23, 2018 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Headlines

"...› The city Planning Commission Tuesday passed a set of new recommendations for council,..."

May 25, 2012 News Feature

Benedict Whipped

Place 4

"...the state complaints he filed against Dunkerley with the Texas Ethics Commission, charging inaccurate filings and illegal contributions dating..."

May 13, 2005 News Feature by Michael King

Council: Labor Protections and Job Evaluations

Marc Ott's job performance goes up for debate this week

"...Born from recommendations from the city's Human Rights Commission and last year's sexist training session geared toward handling..."

April 1, 2016 News Feature by Mary Tuma

SBOE Run-Off

The 'common sense conservative' comes under fire from both sides

"...Records clearly show otherwise." A search of Federal Election Commission and Texas Ethics Commission records shows Russell making several..."

April 9, 2010 News Feature by Lee Nichols

News Flash

Here's some surprising news: Nineteen Texans have landed on Forbes magazine's 2006 list of the world's richest people, and the majority of them are big contributors to Republican candidates and officeholders

"...Dell is not exactly a high-roller in state politics. Texas Ethics Commission records show he gave under $20,000 in..."

March 17, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

Has Round Rock ISD Hit Rock Bottom?

Maybe not yet

"...in the CNN documentary "Deep in the Pockets of Texas" and other media sources, these billionaires are evangelicals who..."

Nov. 4, 2022 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Can Davis Reverse Poll Numbers?

New poll shows Abbott pulling even further ahead

"...Attorney General Greg Abbott in the race to become Texas' next governor...."

Aug. 1, 2014 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Naked City

"...including House Bill 211, which calls for 35% of Texas' energy to come from renewables by 2020. Rep. Mark..."

Nov. 12, 2010 News Feature

Naked City

"...Austin Police and Texas Department of Public Safety investigators were among thousands of..."

Oct. 30, 2009 News Feature

Dems Building Serious War Chests

Who'd a thunk? Democrats are actually outraising Republicans in some hot House races.

"...Day. Powerful Democratic political action committees such as Blue Texas and Annie's List have pumped more money than ever..."

Oct. 17, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Election Notes

"...from last week's CNN-sponsored debate at the University of Texas, sold 44 Obama Burger (a barbecue bacon cheddar burger)..."

Feb. 29, 2008 News Feature

The Insiders at Introgen

As Texas looks for a new economic boost, the decision-makers like to have a piece of the action

"...Perry's personal financial disclosure form on file at the Texas Ethics Commission, the first investment listed is for his..."

March 5, 2004 News Feature by Lucius Lomax

The Class of 1985

The 69th Legislature, 1985, marked a turning point in the future of Texas politics

"...you want to know who runs the state of Texas you can consult the constitution, enroll in a course..."

Feb. 27, 2004 News Feature by Lucius Lomax

On The Lege

Development Devils

"...the Circle C development. According to records at the Texas Ethics Commission, Stratus will pay up to $517,500 for..."

April 23, 1999 News Column

What Price Baseball?

The Rangers Ain't Gonna Like This, Yogi

"...by Robert Bryce Photos courtesy of the Texas Observer..."

June 20, 1997 News Feature

Lege Lines: Elsewhere Under the Dome

The 85th Lege rolls on

"...Foundation group, which tried to get secret film of Texas lawmakers last session, is headed to prison. Judge Karin..."

April 28, 2017 News Feature by News Staff

Still No Charges for Dawnna Dukes

Retiring legislator reportedly in talks with Travis County D.A.

"...a special election. That announcement came days after the Texas Rangers handed in a report to Travis County prosecutors..."

Oct. 7, 2016 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

News Roundup: Delusions and Deluges

"Downtown doesn't exist just to entertain people of means."

"...the Austin Bar Association, Travis County Democratic Party, SafePlace, Texas Building & Construction Trades Council, Central Labor Council, Austin..."

Oct. 26, 2015 News Post by the News Staff

HD 50: Circular Dem Firing Squad

Rifts deepen among candidates

"...list item that's also been a third rail in Texas state politics. Sheppard led the attack, saying she is..."

Nov. 1, 2013 News Feature by Christopher Hooks

Race for HD 50 Enters Stretch Run

Dem contenders work the district and proclaim confidence

"...unsure about the strength of his field operations. A Texas Ethics Commission filing from October 1 had him taking..."

Oct. 7, 2013 News Post by Christopher Hooks

Austin Hit in Veto Spree

A look at the bills whose lives were cut short

"...Local pressure groups saw their agendas thwarted as well. Texas Campaign for the Environment Executive Director Robin Schneider had..."

June 26, 2009 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

On the Lege

Eminent-domain fight moves to Perry's desk

"...the El Paso proposal has gained momentum since The Texas Observer's May 4 cover story on the matter...."

June 15, 2007 News Column by Amy Smith

Top Nonsense and No Nonsense Contributors

Dollars are the ammo in same-sex marriage war

"...chief underwriters of campaigns to ban same-sex marriage in Texas, according to the latest filings of the Texas Ethics..."

Oct. 21, 2005 News Feature by Amy Smith

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