Daily Archives: October 20, 2017

Friday random ten: Black and blue, part 1

Once again, a topic too big to cover in one go. 1. Black And White – The DB’s 2. Black Annis – Solas 3. Black Blade – Blue Oyster Cult 4. Black Boys On Mopeds – Sinead O’Connor 5. Black … Continue reading

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Another contemplation of turnout

Let’s see where this one takes us. Last time, I made some guesses about turnout in the HISD races based on overall turnout in the city of Houston. Now I’m going to turn that around and take a shot at … Continue reading

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Paxton wants voter ID lawsuit to be over

I can think of one way he can make that happen. That’s not what he’s asking for, alas. The fight over the state’s embattled voter ID laws should be over, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton argued in a new court … Continue reading

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No big drop in enrollment in area school districts

Mostly good news. During the height of Hurricane Harvey, school district officials worried enrollments would plummet as thousands of families fled Houston for Dallas, Austin and other drier regions. While many families lost their homes, it seems most relocated within … Continue reading

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Endorsement watch: HCC

The Chron wraps up their endorsements for November. HCCS, Trustee, District IV: Carolyn Evans-Shabazz The ideal candidate for this seat would be someone with a bold vision for HCC who is capable of collaborating with existing board members. It would … Continue reading

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