Texas Dem Braces for Bad 2010

by Michael Quinn Sullivan

Looks like 2010 is shaping up to be a really bad year for Dallas Democratic State Rep. Terri Hodge. And that's even by the standards of what is probably going to be a generally bad year for Democrats.

 

Perry on a Roll

One of the most closely watched political races of the year should be the Republican primary for the governor's office in Texas, pitting incumbent Rick Perry versus Texas U.S. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison.

 

Perry Would Pardon Inmate Who Died in Prison

Gov. Rick Perry announced Thursday he would pardon Timothy Cole, a Fort Worth man who died while serving time in prison for a rape he did not commit, as soon as he receives a recommendation from the state Board of Pardons and Paroles.

 

Medina Adds Fire, Uncertainty in Texas Governor's Race

The Republican race for governor has mostly been a heavyweight showdown, with the senior U.S. senator from Texas trying to knock out the state's longest serving governor.

 

Why Is It Important To Elect Conservative Judges?

by Donna Detamore

If you do not already feel you have the answer, ask anyone who has been in a contested court case and they will give you countless reasons. I am speaking from the Family Law Court view, where I have spent over 30 years.

 

Rick Perry Campaign Update

Gov. Rick Perry today emphasized the need to protect Texas taxpayers and solidify the state's commitment to fiscal discipline by amending the Texas Constitution to require a supermajority of the Legislature to raise taxes, and limit the growth of state spending based on inflation and population growth. The governor also called for the establishment of a statewide inspector general to maximize cost efficiency and effectiveness at state agencies.

 

American History Standards

by Ken Mercer

I return to Austin next week for the January 13-15 meeting of the State Board of Education. I  will continue the battle against the Far Left and their outrageous attempts to re-write history.

 

Texas Christmas Petition: Have You Signed It Yet??

by Jonathan Saenz

Recently, an appointed review panel for Texas state education standards decided to wage war on Christmas. Click here to sign the petition. http://www.christmastextbooks.com/

This unelected group removed the teaching of Christmas from social studies classes for sixth grade students across the state, and replaced it with Diwali - a Hindu religious holiday. For years, Christmas has been a part of social studies teaching along with other religious holidays, including Ramadan and Yom Kippur. But this all changed in 2009.

 

Collin County Judge attacked in GOP primary for CUTTING taxes

by William Lutz 

I've been covering Texas politics full time since 1998. I've seen a lot. But this is a new one: a Republican primary opponent attacking the incumbent for cutting taxes.

 

Perry Appears Well-Financed As He, Hutchison Prepare Campaign Reports

Gov. Rick Perry raised more than $7 million in the last six months and goes into the final stretch of the GOP primary for governor with $11.6 million in the bank.

 

Board to Weigh Religion in Texas Social Studies Curriculum

by Gary Scharrer

Theologians and ministers at a news conference here said they were wary of the State Board of Education injecting too much religion into the new social science curriculum standards it will vote on this week.

 

Gov. Perry Rejects Education Stimulus Dollars, Stands Up for State-based

Americans for Prosperity commends Gov. Rick Perry for drawing a line in the sand and announcing today that he would not apply for specific education stimulus dollars which could have led to an arbitrary mandate requiring Texas to adopt national curriculum standards and tests.

 

Washington Should Stay Out Of Texas Classrooms

by Michael Quinn Sullivan

Earlier today Texas Governor Rick Perry announced his decision to refuse to apply for the federal "Race to the Top" grant program. The president of Texans for Fiscal Responsibility, Michael Quinn Sullivan, praised the course of action, saying it protects Texas' children and taxpayers.

 

"Listening to the Left Whine"

by Terri Leo

It is always fun to see what the various entities tied to the very liberal Texas Freedom Network will send out right before a Texas State Board of Education meeting.  Today we have The Texas Tribune article that is a diatribe against the majority of the SBOE members.  The full Board is meeting this week in Austin to adopt new Social Studies standards for our Texas public schools. 

 

Support Governor Perry

by Tim Lambert

Please take a minute and join my group supporting Governor Perry for re-election.

 

No Federal Education, Budgets and Races

by Michael Quinn Sullivan

Once again, federal spending is creating incentives for states to race to the bottom of the heap. This time it's in public education, and Texas Gov. Rick Perry wisely told President Obama to keep the cash.

 

Hutchison's Debate Statements Consistent with Her Support of Roe v. Wade

In this evening's Republican gubernatorial debate, Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchson's statements on the abortion issue were entirely consistent with her long-standing support of Roe v. Wade.

 

A Great Night for Our Campaign and Our Supporters

What a great night for our campaign and our supporters!! Governor Perry distinguished himself as the conservative leader to help Texas remain the best state to live, work, and raise a family. Tonight, Governor Perry pulled away from his challenger and delivered a decisive victory in KERA's gubernatorial debate.

 

Sniping Colors GOP Debate

Gov. Rick Perry and U.S. Sen. Kay Bailey Hutchison clashed repeatedly in the first Republican gubernatorial debate, speaking over one another and all but calling the other a liar.

 

Rick Green Campaign Video Update

We're looking at the home stretch now in this Supreme Court race, which means....it's time for you to think about voter registration!