We will not be suckered by elitist Republicans
The defeat of the “Texas Solution” at the state Republican convention was a stunning victory for Tea Party activists — and a reminder to the GOP establishment that we won't back down.
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The drama that played out at last weekend's state Republican convention may have seemed trivial, but it illustrates a bigger shift underway in the Texas GOP.
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Texas laws banning possession of small amounts of illegal drugs are a drain on the state and on local governments. We should adjust sentences to match the crimes.
The truth about open carry
At Open Carry Texas, we've had our share of growing pains, but we've learned from our mistakes. We've also learned this: With great success comes even greater opposition.
Why 2014 will be different
More than ever before, Texas is set for a political sea change. That’s why this is going to be the state's most competitive election year in decades.
Republicans must make room for gays
By denying us a spot at its convention this week, the Texas GOP has shown that it's still unwilling to accommodate differing viewpoints. That's a recipe for failure.
GOP voters are being misled on spending
Republicans in the Legislature have cut spending and balanced the budget, but that's not the story being spun by Tim Dunn and the Texas Public Policy Foundation.
The pro-life movement is a justice movement
Pro-choice advocates' framing of their activism as "reproductive justice" masks the true horrors of a brutal procedure. Here's the truth: Abortion ends a life. Where's the justice in that?
A little respect
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Can the Texas winning streak last?
Sure it can, but not if most Texans are poor, sick or uneducated. We need to invest today to be able to compete tomorrow.
What real budget transparency looks like
Unnecessary complexity keeps Texans — and even lawmakers — from understanding what's in the state budget. Here's a look at Texas' true budget history over the past decade.
EPA plan is a win for Texas
Before state officials spurn the Environmental Protection Agency's much-needed new carbon plan, they should remember this: Texas could be among the biggest winners in the clean energy economy.
The problem with "Abortion Barbie"
I'm no fan of Wendy Davis, but conservative critics who are resorting to name-calling and sexist attacks need to stop. They're undercutting our message and credibility.
On Obamacare, we still have work to do in Texas
More than 730,000 Texans have signed up for health coverage under the Affordable Care Act. That's a great start, but we're not done fighting for more access to health care, especially among Hispanics.
Patrick's win was about more than the Tea Party
The national media has painted state Sen. Dan Patrick's victory over Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst as a sign of Tea Party ascendance in Texas. But there's more to the story than that.
To grow our economy, democratize it
Workplace democracy in Texas could brighten our economic future and reduce inequality. It might also transcend partisan politics.
Congress must recognize Bitcoin as currency
Congress’ head-in-the-sand approach to virtual currency like Bitcoin threatens to leave the U.S. behind the rest of the world.
Let's get beyond debating debates
The perennial debate about debates is a ridiculous exercise, filling lots of newspaper column inches, websites and TV news blocks while allowing everyone to avoid talking about positions, policies and records.
Why I'm running for mayor of San Antonio
We're a city of humble beginnings, and I want to make sure we're also a city of unlimited possibilities. San Antonio is on the rise, and we must seize this moment.
Travis County not an ideal venue for Perry
Gov. Rick Perry and his legal team would be more at peace if the grand jury probing allegations of abuse of power against him had been seated pretty much anywhere else in the state besides Travis County.