Nov 20th, 2007 | 2007 Texas Elections | No Comments
Via Quorum Report:
Six unique residents of Tarrant County today filed a request with District Attorney Tim Curry seeking a criminal investigation of the early-morning robo-calling that may have impacted the outcome of the special election for House District 97.
Signators included two former Reps,. Anna Mowery and Bob Leonard along with current Rep. Charlie Geren. Two former Tarrant County Republican Party Chairmen, Stephen W. Hollern, Sr and Warren C. Russell also joined in the complaint. Finally, Benbrook city councilman and HD97 special election candidate John Schull signed.
Popularity: 6% [?]
Nov 20th, 2007 | 2007 Texas Elections, HD 97 Special Election | No Comments
Since it would be difficult for me to say this better than Matt Glazer at BOR, I’m just going to point you in his direction and urge you to contribute today.
Popularity: 5% [?]
Nov 20th, 2007 | 2007 Texas Elections, HD 97 Special Election | No Comments
Once again, Texas Governor Perry has shown little regard for reality when selecting December special election runoff dates:
Gov. Rick Perry chose Dec. 18 for a runoff election for a seat in the Texas House of Representatives, rejecting a request by Tarrant County election officials.
Seriously, a team of monkeys with darts could have selected a better election date.
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Nov 20th, 2007 | 2007 Texas Elections, HD 97 Special Election | No Comments
Texas Parent PAC has endorsed Democrat Dan Barrett in the runoff for HD 97 in Tarrant County. From their press release:
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Nov 12th, 2007 | 2007 Texas Elections | No Comments
Dr. Diane Trautman announced this weekend that she will make a second run against Rep. Joe Crabb (R-Kingwood) in Texas House District 127, to continue her fight, “to make a positive difference for our children, our schools, and our communities…and yes, I will continue my campaign to be your state representative.”
More from Trautman’s press release:
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Popularity: 4% [?]
Nov 7th, 2007 | 2007 Texas Elections | No Comments
Recognizing America’s need for leaders who possess the necessary experience to protect national security while preserving the rights of citizens, one of the most highly-decorated military officers since General Dwight D. Eisenhower today endorsed Rick Noriega for U.S. Senate.
General Wesley K. Clark noted State Representative Noriega’s military experience and legislative accomplishments as grounds for his support.
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Nov 6th, 2007 | 2007 Texas Elections | No Comments
Of the nearly 60 independent school district bonds before voters across the state Tuesday, the vast majority of the 17 largest were given a thumbs-up by voters.
The largest bond, an $807 million dollar proposal in Cypress-Fairbanks ISD near Houston, passed.
A spreadsheet with the results is below the jump.
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Popularity: 4% [?]
Nov 6th, 2007 | 2007 Texas Elections | No Comments
Via the Bryan-College Station Eagle:
Brazos County’s $55 million jail bond proposal (100% reported) For: 63.49% (3969) Against: 36.51% (2282)
Popularity: 4% [?]
Nov 6th, 2007 | 2007 Texas Elections | No Comments
More as it develops.
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Nov 6th, 2007 | 2007 Texas Elections | No Comments
As the Smith County Jail Bond for $125 million failed tonight 69 percent to 31 percent, County Judge Joel Baker has ruled out issuing certificates of obligation, which don’t require taxpayer approval, to fund a new jail. Smith County is presently housing inmates in counties across East Texas due to overcrowding.
Popularity: 3% [?]
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