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Democrats Unite Behind Howard for District 48
GOP uncertain how to approach run-off
"...an outright victory in House District 48. Now, GOP party activists are divided on whether Bentzin can turn around..."

Jan. 27, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

Grand Old Mess
Can Travis County Republicans Ever Get It Together?
"...Has anyone checked in on the Travis County Republican Party lately? What a mess. You know..."

Feb. 25, 2000 News Feature by Amy Smith

Endorsements
"...who will run for president on the Republican and Democratic tickets will largely be determined. Although Texas' relatively late..."

Feb. 25, 2000 News Feature

Election Ticker: The Final Countdown
Vote-pocalypse now!
"...changed my vote!" In the 78 Texas counties (including Travis and Hays) that use the eSlate machines produced by..."

Nov. 2, 2018 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Brown and Eckhardt Make Some Distinctions
What's the difference between the Dem Travis County Judge candidates? It all comes down to personality.
"...But at a candidate forum Monday night, the two Travis Coun­ty Judge candidates did manage to differentiate themselves from..."

Dec. 13, 2013 News Feature by Amy Smith

Dem Convention: Turning Texas blue
Travis County Dems have the spirit, yes they do!
"...embarrassed to admit this past weekend was our first county convention. But it's fair to say the same was..."

April 4, 2008 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Naked City
Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond.
"...working on "well known commercial programs," but also on Travis County's public access channel. Wilkison also owns his own..."

Aug. 26, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Courting the Vote
Three Vie for County Court at Law No.6
"...Jade Meeker..."

March 6, 1998 News Feature by Amy Smith

Welcome to the Primaries
A roundup of primary races important to the Austin area
"...The main statehouse event in Austin is the six-way Democratic primary battle to succeed retiring Rep. Glen Maxey in..."

March 1, 2002 News Feature

Judges Not Ready to Endorse Public Defender Plan
Proposed office's future even more uncertain
"...The fate of Travis County's potential public defender's office, first proposed last spring,..."

March 1, 2019 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

Soifer Helps Lead Abortion Fight
With more than 30 years of legal experience, Soifer is no stranger to social justice cases
"...her Downtown law office. As former chair of the Travis County Democratic Party, Soifer wrangled the orange army for..."

Nov. 20, 2015 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Three Progressives Eye Biscoe's Seat
Former Sen. Barrientos, Commissioner Eckhardt, Dem Party Chair Andy Brown are top contenders
"...featured in when he and a group of other Democratic legislators fled Texas rather than populate chambers so that..."

Dec. 21, 2012 News Feature by Mike Kanin

Endorsements
"...should not be ignored by anyone who cares about Travis County in terms of growth, the environment, transportation, or..."

March 3, 2000 News Feature

Garry Brown's Endorsements
"...former elected officials’ endorsements – Constable Sally Hernandez, former County Commissioner Karen Huber, former County Tax Assessor-Collector Nelda Wells..."

Sept. 16, 2013 Postmarks

Med School Campaign Goes High-Speed
The campaign for a UT-Austin medical school accelerates
"...bit extra in order to transform health care in Travis County." Unless, of course, you just immediately checked the..."

Oct. 12, 2012 News Feature by Mike Kanin

Civics 101
This week, save a dog, talk Occupy, and learn about the proposed rate increase
"...TRAVIS COUNTY DEMOCRATIC PARTY joins Organizing for Amer­ica and Dem..."

Dec. 16, 2011 News Column

Dems: Do Not Disturb
Travis County Democratic Party takes day off, leaves nice message
"...cannot get hold of a spokesperson from a political party for a statement, it leads to bitter mumbling under..."

March 31, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Postmarks
Our readers talk back.
"...six years ago I got to tangle with Williamson County. I lost. I lost big time, as a matter..."

Oct. 1, 2004 Column

Capitol Chronicle
The new Congressional districts alter the political makeup of Central Texas.
"...metro area's population. Rep. Lloyd Doggett's Dist. 10 (eastern Travis Co.) is now impregnably Democratic; the new Dist. 31..."

Oct. 18, 2002 News Column by Michael King

Res Publica
Your make-a-difference calendar for Sept. 4-10
"...help kick off Commute Solutions Month at this lunchtime party featuring a contest for those who arrive in the..."

Sept. 5, 2008 News Feature

Yes, No, Maybe
"...local organizations have taken positions on the Nov. 6 Travis County bond election, with the largest share of opposition..."

Oct. 26, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

A Political Guide to Gifting in 2019
Give the gift of hope!
"...the town that gives back to the Texas House Democratic Campaign Committee – the group chaired by Rep. Celia..."

Dec. 6, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Prop. 1: False Advertising Claims Escalate
City officials deny claims on background checks
"...Last week, I reported, as Travis Consi­dine of pro-Prop. 1 PAC Ridesharing Works for Austin..."

April 22, 2016 News Feature by Mac McCann

News Roundup: Commissions, Complaints, and Candidates
Intrigue and drama over technical lobbying laws
"...utilities consultant; council's battle over property appraisals continues; another Democratic candidate enters the Travis County Sheriff's race; and more...."

Dec. 7, 2015 News Post

The Endorsement Race: Andy Brown, Gómez, Ko Clean Up
Andy Brown, Gómez, Ko clean up
"...controversial, but that hasn't stopped the Dem candidates in Travis County from showing off the new feathers in their..."

Feb. 7, 2014 News Feature by Brandon Watson

Say Goodbye, and Watch the Debate
The TCDP bids adieu to district judges Jeanne Meurer and Margaret Cooper, then staggers over to the debate-watching party
"...won't want to miss. On Tuesday, Oct. 7, the Travis County Democratic Party will host a farewell bash in..."

Oct. 3, 2008 News Feature

The Common Law
Clinton, Obama & the Texas State Convention
"...Confusion surrounds this year's Texas Democratic primary process as both the Clinton and Obama camps..."

June 6, 2008 Column by Andy Brown

Maxey Congratulates, Endorses Spears
Defeated candidate says he'll work to defeat Zimmerman, support Obama
"...after his failed challenge to unseat Nelda Spears as Travis County tax assessor-collector:Congratulations to Nelda Spears Tuesday night Nelda..."

March 6, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Postmarks
Our readers talk back.
"...appears that with accelerating speed they are becoming the party of the white upper class, males, religious extremists, and..."

Dec. 21, 2001 Column

Election Ticker: Endorse-a-Rama
You gotta support somebody
"...list includes labor groups AFSCME Local 1624 (city and Travis County employees), the Central Labor Council, the Firefighters and..."

Sept. 28, 2018 News Feature by Michael King

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