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Houston City Council Contests – 2013

In 2011, 7 new Council Members were elected and they took office in 2012.  This was the largest freshman class in a very long time and it has created an interesting Council. For 2013, we are absolutely certain that there will be at least 3 new Council Members due to … Continue Reading →

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Time to Pay Attention to City Races

The time has come for us to start pondering the upcoming City of Houston races.  The Texas Legislature is wrapping up their work.  Congress will soon slow down for summer and the heat will rise in Houston.  Along with the rising temps will come the rise in political rhetoric. Mayor … Continue Reading →

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State of the City

The Mayor presented her annual State of the City address today.  This was her fourth time to take the stage for this annual event hosted by the Greater Houston Partnership and her experience was evident. Clearly, Mayor Parker was ready for this speech and did one of the best jobs … Continue Reading →

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Senate 6 Solved

The voters of Senate 6 have spoken. After a grueling election that spurred extreme negative politics, they came out in greater numbers than anticipated to make their choice. The good news is that more than 18,000 voters cast ballots.  In the first round, only about 15,000 people participated.  While it … Continue Reading →

Senate 6 Run-off Date

There is hope yet that the constituents of Senate District 6 may have some representation in Austin before the end of the Legislative Session.  The Governor FINALLY called the run-off election date for Saturday, March 2. Meanwhile, Garcia and Alvarado have been slugging it out in the East End.  It … Continue Reading →

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State of the Schools

On Friday, February 1, the Superintendent of HISD provided his annual State of the Schools address to a sold out ballroom at the Hilton Americas.  The multi-media , student infused presentation had the crowd’s full attention. Students from various career-tracked and magnet schools shared their stories of success.   Many … Continue Reading →

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Send Money Now

Welcome to February!  Today is the first official day that candidates and incumbents for City elections can begin raising funds.  Yes, it’s true folks, those letters and invites are already in the mail and filling up the inbox for many of us. This year promises to be an interesting election … Continue Reading →

2013 = Wild Political Ride

Welcome to 2013!  There will be so much to ponder this year that we tremor with excitement just thinking about it all. First up will be the Special Election in Senate District 6.  I don’t know about you but I have seen numerous commercials for Carol Alvarado and Sylvia Garcia … Continue Reading →

Here Come the City Races……….

And, just when you think it is safe, look out for next year. In 2013, the Mayor, City Controller and all members of City Council will be up for election/re-election. HISD will also have several school board races and other area school districts are likely to hold bond elections, especially … Continue Reading →

They are off and running – Senate District 6

The Governor has yet to declare a Special Election to fill the vacancy in Senate District 6 caused by the death and posthumous re-election of Senator Mario Gallegos. But, that hasn’t stopped the candidates. They are off and running. Instead of visions of sugarplums, they have visions of voters on … Continue Reading →