Dems for Governor: Bill White, et al.

White stands out as Dems' best shot

"...two presumptions. One, that Perry will either win the Republican gubernatorial primary outright on March 2 or survive an..."

Feb. 19, 2010 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Thirty Days Away: What the C&Es Tell

Who's paying the big bucks to see their candidate win?

"...Winstead PC all kicked in. Dubya Bush strategist and Public Strat­egies Vice Chair Mark McKinnon gave the limit, as..."

April 17, 2009 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Everything You Need to Know About Voter ID

A program to help guide you through Tuesday's Senate meeting

"...The arguments • Republicans insist this legislation is a critically needed to prevent..."

March 9, 2009 News Post by Lee Nichols

Seven in Play

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

"...like a clean sweep this November (as would the Republicans), seven key seats around the state have emerged as..."

Oct. 10, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

"This Is a Contested Campaign"

Live blogging: Obama and Clinton spar tonight in Ohio

"...he flip-flop on a campaign pledge to run on public money? The reality, that he promised to -discuss- a..."

Feb. 26, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Point Austin: Why Vote?

Here are 10 good reasons to mark your calendar for Nov. 7

"...lack of interest in the actual details of any public-policy questions has any bearing ...)..."

Oct. 6, 2006 News Column by Michael King

Gubernatorial Booty

How our candidates for governor are spending their dough

"...an independent candidate running against three major conventionals -- Republican Gov. Rick Perry, Democrat Chris Bell, and "D"-turned-"R"-turned-indie Carole..."

Aug. 25, 2006 News Feature by Amy Smith

Endorsements

Democratic and Republican Primaries, March 7

"...votes lockstep with the Bush administration. Radnofsky has emphasized public education and veterans' rights and has called for a..."

March 3, 2006 News Feature

2006 State Races

A sampling of some of the livelier contests taking shape in the March 7 primary and the general election in November

"...In the Republican primary, Perry has all but clinched the party's nomination,..."

Jan. 20, 2006 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Put That in Your Big Box and ...

Activist groups beg to differ with the city's big-box report

"...big boxes and local retailers"; said little about the public costs of big-box development; claimed (mistakenly) that Austin was..."

Oct. 15, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Oh, shed a tear for Tom DeLay. Or not.

"...subsequent congressional re-redistricting effort, funded by Texans for a Republican Majority, the state political action committee founded by DeLay..."

July 23, 2004 News Feature by Michael King

E-Voting in the Hot Box

Activists meet at the Capitol to address cybervoting threats to democracy

"...have uncovered evidence that either e-voting machine companies or public officials around the nation want to intentionally misconstrue any..."

July 16, 2004 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Endorsements

Austin Community College Board of Trustees Place 6 run-off

"...at all levels, and has shown a dedication to public service that should get a real test in helping..."

June 18, 2004 News Feature

Election 2004

The GOP chair wages war against his own party’s right- wing fringe; Business as usual in the Williamson County Attorney’s office

"...would become this year's sleeper for the Travis Co. Republicans?..."

April 9, 2004 News Feature by Amy Smith

If an Attorney Is So Certain That Discussion Is Moot, Why Have Courts?

"...of state where I served six secretaries – three Republicans and three Democrats. I would like to share with..."

March 16, 2004 Postmarks

Dean Done in by Media

"...and positions being flagrantly distorted and exaggerated to manipulate public perception and portray him as unelectable. This has been..."

Feb. 19, 2004 Postmarks

Austin @ Large: Where Was Everybody?

Austin's population is going up, but its voting population is in decline.

"...Every time a public official, elected or appointed, does something bad or stupid,..."

May 17, 2002 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Postmarks

It's a salmagundi of responses this issue, with bits regarding dolphin bacteria, word use, national politics, and Marc Savlov's cinematic taste (or lack thereof).

"...and tell the media to refer to the FCC's "publicity" officer. I'm glad that the Chronicle covered it and..."

Dec. 1, 2000 Column

Page Two

Editor Louis Black weighs in on the Light Rail question.

"...it? I have lived in cities and depended on public transportation (including Austin). If, in the future, light rail..."

Oct. 13, 2000 Column by Louis Black

Doubting Thomas

Newly elected Council Member Danny Thomas is in a position to end the fighting over the Place 6 council seat.

"...the Place Six candidate to carry the predominantly African-American polling places in East Austin, while still winning at-large --..."

Sept. 29, 2000 News Feature by Louis Dubose

On The Lege

Bushwacked

"...comprehensive hate crimes bill last month. It took four Republican senators, a presidential candidate, and 11 hours of back-room..."

May 21, 1999 News Column

Election Endorsements

The Primary Countdown Continues

"...will advance to the Nov. 3 general election. For polling info, call the county elections division at 473-9553. Travis..."

March 6, 1998 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Road Winners

Roads Still Popular Among Travis County Voters

"...as advisor to the bond election campaign committee. Pre-election polling had SH130 doing splendidly while SH45 and the trail..."

Nov. 21, 1997 News Feature by Amy Smith

Endorsements

There's an election coming

"...31. For a list of early voting locations and polling hours, call Travis County Elections Division, 473-9553 or visit..."

Oct. 24, 1997 News Feature

Naked City

Off the Desk:

"...14, and runs through April 29 at the following polling places: Austin Rec. Center, 1301 Shoal Creek Blvd. Downtown,..."

April 11, 1997 News Feature

Election Endorsements

"...underway now, through November 1. For a list of polling places, check out the Chronicle Election Board, on the..."

Oct. 25, 1996 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

Death Watch: As Execution Falls Out of Favor Nationwide, Texas Accelerates

State continues to execute priests and the intellectually disabled

"...For the first time in 23 years of polling, Gallup reports that a majority of Americans now believe..."

Dec. 8, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

What You Need to Know to Vote in Austin's May General Election

Election Day is this Saturday, May 6

"...within four years) issued by the Texas Dept. of Public Safety or U.S. government. Voters without photo ID may..."

May 5, 2023 News Feature

What You Need to Know to Vote in Austin's May General Election

Early Voting April 24-May 2

"...within four years) issued by the Texas Dept. of Public Safety or U.S. government. Voters without photo ID may..."

April 21, 2023 News Feature

Opinion: Online Voter Registration Saves Money and Reduces Fraud. So Why Won’t Texas Allow It?

Travis County's voter registrar explains why online voter registration is good for business

"...online transactions. Applicants must provide a Texas Depart­ment of Public Safety driver's license or photo ID, using their identification..."

March 31, 2023 Column by Bruce Elfant

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