by Wayne Slater
The governor arrived for the "tea party" protests in a hunter's cap with a camouflage brim. The cap, like his speech denouncing runaway spending in Washington and embracing states' rights, carried a distinct message: Rick Perry, culture warrior.
French Republicans? Budgets and Taxes
by Michael Quinn Sullivan
Okay, a day early, actually. Our forefathers defeated Santa Anna on the San Jacinto battlefield outside modern Houston on April 21, 2009, securing Texas' independence.
An Open Letter to Republican Members of the Texas Senate
by Ken Mercer
I am more than just a little "shocked" to learn that some Republicans are behind Senate Bill 2275 and other efforts to strip power from the elected State Board of Education.
Dallas-Based Institute for Creation Research Sues State over Denial of Its Master's Program
The Institute for Creation Research has taken its fight to train future science teachers to the federal courthouse.
TEA Parties Draw Attack from Democratic Senate Candidate Sharp
Former Texas Comptroller and candidate for Kay Bailey Hutchison's Senate seat, John Sharp, launched a web ad criticizing Governor Rick Perry's recent comments about state sovereignty during the nationwide tea parties on April 15, 2009.
Action Alert Cargill Connection April 2009 State Board of Education
by Barbara Cargill
The State Board of Education passed academically strong and rigorous science standards at our March meeting. These standards, like the English Language Arts and Reading standards that were passed last year, will equip our students with the knowledge and skills they need for college and/or the workforce.
Dallas Council Keeps Nighttime Curfew for Kids, to Decide on Day Proposal May 13
A nighttime curfew for children will remain law, although the Dallas City Council on Wednesday delayed voting on whether to implement a more contentious daytime curfew proposal.
End Poor Guidance of Texas Education
It's time for Don McLeroy to step down as chairman of the State Board of Education. Since he won't go willingly (and Gov. Rick Perry apparently won't remove his appointee), it is up to the Texas Senate to remove him from the chair.
Senate OKs Purchase of Guns in all 50 States
The Senate voted unanimously Thursday to let state residents purchase firearms, ammunition and accessories in all 50 states.
ALERT: SBOE Chm. Don McLeroy's Reappointment
Texas Eagle Forum
The State Board of Education Chairman Dr. Don McLeroy has been reappointed by Governor Perry, but it must be approved by the TX Senate. Please ask the Nominations Committee members to vote YES for Dr. Don McLeroy.
