Everyone that ever met Peter Brown is grieving his departure from planet Earth this week. We know that he is in his pedestrian utopia with wide sidewalks, clear wayfinding, well-designed tree-lined streets and intersections with safe crossings. I first met Peter Brown in the 1980’s. At that time Peter was very involved with the city […]
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Last Saturday, my daughter and I attended the Gay Lesbian Bisexual Transgender (GLBT) Political Caucus endorsement meeting. We are not members but wanted to observe the political process at work. Since it was on a Saturday, it was a great opportunity for learning and watching the political process at work for my teenager. This caucus […]
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While I was off dealing with life and death issues, literally, a major seachange occurred in City of Houston politics. A federal judge ruled that the time limits placed on fundraising for city offices was not valid. While I noticed the Chronicle wrote a story on the subject, for the most part, I nearly missed […]
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My sweet Dad gave up his valiant fight for life on Monday, January 19. Of course, an official obituary will run in the paper on Sunday but it is just so stiff. It’s hard to capture a life in the stiff, formal manner of obituaries so I thought I would share some thoughts on here. […]
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The Republican Party has been evaluating their message and overall approach since they lost the general election for President in 2012. Republicans went into that election with high expectations that they could defeat the incumbent and secure the White House. Most pundits agreed. At that time, President Obama’s ratings were higher in negatives than positives. […]
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The 83rd Session of the Texas Legislature convenes today. This grand tradition that only happens once over other year for 140 days is a period of angst for many Texans. As the saying goes, “no one’s life, liberty or property are safe when the Texas Legislature is in session.” This Session brings many new […]
Continue reading →Farewell 2012! This has been an extremely busy year for the blog. There has been much to ponder. When reviewing the year, I was astounded at the volume of posts and variety of topics. Some of the most viewed blogs this year were tributes to special people I have known or had the privilege of […]
Continue reading →As we reach the final month of the 2012 election cycle, many are looking forward to what lies ahead. With polls leaning in Obama’s favor, some are already talking about who might run for President in 2016. Sure, that sounds like a long way off from now but not if you are considering a Presidential […]
Continue reading →The last week has been a tough one for engaged Houstonians. Long-time civic leaders have passed as well as famed astronaut Neil Armstrong. Kay Crooker and Council Member Ernest McGowen were both amazing people who touched the City in unique ways. Former Council Member Ernest McGowen was a most gracious, kind and patient leader. When […]
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