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Governor Greg Abbott is Almost Unbeatable in the 2018 Race
A Democratic survey of voters shows the governor's power, but it doesn’t mean Texans agree with Republicans on all the issues. Here's how the Democratic party can use that information.
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Austin’s Social Inequality May Hurt Its Chances with Amazon
Guest column: The internet giant’s search for a second headquarters could prompt cities to improve.
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The Political Storm of Hurricane Harvey
After Hurricane Harvey, the national media often unfairly attacked Houston and Texas. But not all of it was without basis.
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John Sharp, the State’s Fixer in Chief, Comes to the Rescue After Harvey
Texas A&M Chancellor John Sharp to lead rebuilding effort.
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On Storms and Bathroom Bills
The Lege's special session priorities.
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A Communitarian View of Hurricane Harvey
Guest column: Houston’s strength is in its citizens.
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Here’s Why You Should File a Hurricane Harvey Insurance Claim Before Friday
A new insurance law taking effect lowers the penalty on insurance companies for slow storm damage payments.
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When Heroes and Despots are the Same Person
The conflict about Confederate statues reflects the contradictions within historical figures themselves.
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Special Session Strengthened Speaker Joe Straus
Both Abbott and Patrick are acting like the proverbial spoiled child after getting their agenda mostly blown out by the Texas House under the leadership of Speaker Joe Straus.
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A Federal Court Ruling Makes the Future of Joe Straus a Little More Interesting
Three-judge panel says Texas House map intentionally discriminates, and that leaves the speaker in an interesting position.