The Culture
April 13, 2018
The Future Is Bilingual
Former state senator Leticia Van de Putte and Representative Diego Bernal discuss the childhood experiences that shaped their priorities for San Antonio’s—and the state’s—public schools.
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Film & TV
November 19, 2017
Leticia Van de Putte on ‘Let Her Speak’ and the True Story of the Filibuster
For the former state senator, accurate representation in the Hollywood biopic goes beyond historical accuracy.
Politics & Policy
April 6, 2015
Never Surrender or Retreat
The Daughters of the Republic of Texas aren’t giving up the Alamo without a fight. This should surprise exactly no one.
Politics & Policy
February 24, 2015
She Had No Trouble Being Heard Tuesday
State Sentor Leticia Van De Putte bid farewell to her 24-year career in the state Senate on Tuesday to prepare for a race in a May election to become San Antonio mayor.
Politics & Policy
September 29, 2014
Patrick v. Van de Putte
The candidates' true colors were on full display.
Politics & Policy
September 16, 2014
Three Fights over School Funding
Democrats Wendy Davis, Leticia Van de Putte, and Mike Collier take on their Republican opponents over the 2011 cuts to public schools.
Politics & Policy
July 10, 2014
The Senator From San Antonio
Leticia Van de Putte on what happened last summer—and what might happen in November.
Politics & Policy
July 3, 2014
A Tale of Two Sisters
In highlighting their bond, Wendy Davis and Leticia Van de Putte are also calling out their Republican counterparts.
Politics & Policy
March 13, 2014
A Bright Spot for Democrats
Leticia Van de Putte, the Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor, posted a strong showing in the March 4th primary
Politics & Policy
January 20, 2014
Primary Lessons
If 2014 is the year everything is supposed to change in Texas politics, why do the campaigns feel so irrelevant?
Politics & Policy
November 25, 2013
Leticia Van de Putte Enters the Race
State senator Leticia Van de Putte throws her hat in the ring for lieutenant governor.
Politics & Policy
April 16, 2013
Campbell Faces Unexpected Opposition on Religious Liberties Bill
On Monday, Donna Campbell's resolution to add an amendment to the Texas constitution guaranteeing freedom of religion lead to a discussion about abortion rights, the Westboro Baptist Church, and goat slaughter.
Politics & Policy
November 27, 2011
Today in Perry: Potential Post-Campaign Scenarios, Arpaio Endorsement, and Jay Leno
The governor may have taken a break from the campaign trail for Thanksgiving, but that didn’t stop the campaign press corps.
News & Politics
October 31, 2010
The Immigration Dinner Party
We invited four lawmakers who disagree vehemently on the subject and a couple of experts to keep things friendly. Pull up a chair for a round of table talk you won’t soon forget.
Politics & Policy
May 1, 2009
Tie-breaker in Senate on teen contraception bill
Sen. Leticia Van de Putte’s bill permitting teen mothers to get contraception without parental consent to reduce repeat teen pregnancies produced a tie-breaker on an amendment by Dan Patrick which required notification of parents for those teens still living at home. Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst was summoned to break the
Politics & Policy
April 1, 2009
No response from AG to Frew letter?
Sen. Leticia Van de Putte believes the Senate Finance Committee failed to include enough money in SB 1 to cover the state’s obligations under the settlement of the Frew v. Hawkins lawsuit, in which the state agreed two years ago to significantly improve access to Medicaid services. And she lays
Politics & Policy
January 14, 2009
Van de Putte on a matter of personal privilege
Sen. Leticia Van de Putte: “I am often asked why doesn’t the Senate fight like the House. I usually reply we don’t often fight or argue because we genuinely like each other. We believe in… diplomacy and compromise. This is what is best for Texas and its citizens.” “We don’t