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Tom Pauken

Former Texas Workforce Commission Chairman

Tom Pauken served as chairman of the Texas Workforce Commission from 2008 to 2012 and as chairman of the Texas Republican Party from 1994 to 1997. He is currently a small-business owner and author.

Latest Columns

Politics

Trump's in charge, but he shouldn't take it for granted

By Tom Pauken, June 3, 2016

Barring the unforeseen, it appears that most of Texas' Republican delegation will unite in support of Trump at the National Convention in Cleveland. But this has been a year of huge surprises on the national political front, and lightning still can strike.

Politics

Why Trump is making a connection

By Tom Pauken, Sept. 7, 2015

There's a reason that Donald Trump is leading the field of Republican presidential candidates. His message resonates with Americans who feel that our country is in the midst of a steep decline.