R.G. Ratcliffe

Nov 20, 2019 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

This could be the year that Texas Democrats finally break through. (Yes, really.) But Republicans have a solid plan to stop them.

Sep 10, 2019 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

The lieutenant governor's pledge to "take an arrow" from the NRA is a surprise, but the move is not as politically risky as it looks.

Aug 11, 2019 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

The growing controversy around Bonnen's quid pro quo is about much more than palace intrigue. Fundamentally, it concerns unethical, possibly criminal, behavior on the part of the speaker.

Jul 12, 2019 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

Long before Texans had heard of “no pass, no play,” and before free trade was a major political issue, H. Ross Perot entered my life as a super-patriot who believed perseverance was the key to success.

Jun 18, 2019 — By Carlos Sanchez, R.G. Ratcliffe and Christopher Hooks

They called it the kumbaya session, but we still found plenty of scoundrels and statesmen.

May 30, 2019 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

Texas's top lawmakers managed to put together an $11.5 billion package, but they did it in a way that all but guarantees a tax hike in 2021.

May 17, 2019 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

The Legislature’s own budget advisors have warned that a constitutional amendment prohibiting an income tax could cost the state billions in lost revenue from the business tax.

Mar 12, 2019 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

"We believe we have a path to [winning] ... if the Democrats choose a far-left person who is espousing socialistic policies."

Feb 28, 2019 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

A recent poll of Texas voters shows opinions about President Trump’s wall depend on where in the state you live.

Dec 20, 2018 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

Keying off of Governor Abbott’s opposition to President Obama’s Syrian resettlement policy, Russian trolls built Texas dissent.