NEWS
Jim & Michael Show (01/08/2017)
Jim and Michael are joined by Tony McDonald and Emily Kebodeaux Cook to preview the 85th Texas Legislature.
David Medlin: Change Comes From the Bottom, Up
“Stop yelling at the TV and go talk to people—it’s that easy,” Medlin says, after learning about the positive difference one Texan can make.
Tax Campaign Kicks Off in Midland
City leaders announce that start of a major campaign that advocates for the passage of a special purpose sales tax that would allocate approximately $150 million to “quality of life” improvements around Midland.
Montgomery County Judge Awards Contract to Business Partner
Doyal faces criticism for not recusing himself from a vote to award a contract to the firm of his business partner, which some say is a conflict of interest.
Patrick Unveils Texas Privacy Act
The legislation would ban and overturn attempts by local governments to police the bathrooms of private businesses.
Taylor Calls Lawmakers’ Bluff on Ethics
The Texas Senate’s leading voice on ethics reform is forcing his opponents to fight against transparency on his terms.
Feds: Paxton Prosecutor is Motorcycle Gang Kingpin
Houston criminal defense attorney appointed as special prosecutor in Paxton case is revealed to have deep connections to criminal motorcycle gang.
Straus: In-State Tuition for Illegal Immigrants is “Perfectly Acceptable”
The statement puts Straus in the extreme minority in his own party.
Sitting Senator Hired as Tax-Funded Lobbyist
A senior member of the Senate has been hired as a lobbyist on behalf of a government board, presenting a clear conflict of interest.
TSRA Firing Blanks on Gun Rights
The state’s largest gun rights organization is choosing to kowtow to establishment politicians rather than defend the rights of Texans.
Pension Obligation Bonds, Yea or Nay?
Pension obligation bonds are used by government to buy down unfunded liabilities, but are they the best bet for taxpayers?
Oklahoma Beats Texas…in Budget Transparency
Sooner State brings greater transparency to their budgeting process; something Texas should quickly emulate.