Mark Pulliam

Mark Pulliam is a retired lawyer and a UT alumnus. He has written for publications including National Review, The Federalist, and the Wall Street Journal.

Commentary: Keeping Austin Woke

June 5, 2019

Long the liberal redoubt in conservative Texas, the capital city is becoming a statewide model.

Commentary: Lone Star Exception

May 30, 2019

Austin’s top cop is high on competence, low on drama.

Commentary: Will San Antonio Voters Stand Up for Chick-fil-A?

April 30, 2019

After the city council discriminated against the popular chicken restaurant, San Antonio voters have a chance to make their voices heard.

Commentary: Texas Lawyers Fight Against Compelled Speech

April 3, 2019

Three Texas lawyers, including yours truly, are suing the State Bar.

Commentary: A Tale of Two Systems

January 16, 2019

A story of two universities and a troubling fight over free speech.

Pulliam: I Endorse Jeff Brown

October 19, 2018

Justice Brown is the antithesis of a judicial activist; he is a disciplined textualist who honestly applies the law.

Good News and Bad News on School Finance in Texas

May 16, 2016

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