Daily Archives: February 23, 2007

Perry sued over HPV order

Posted on February 23, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

All things considered, this is probably moot, but Governor Perry has been sued over his HPV executive order. Here’s Courthouse News: Parents of three girls have sued Gov. Rick Perry to protect their daughters from inoculation with a vaccine against … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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“Bad housekeeping”

Posted on February 23, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

Patricia Kilday Hart, who is now also posting on Paul Burka’s blog, takes a whack at the maneuvering done by the Republicans, in particular David Dewhurst, to bust the spending cap. She highlights a point that I had not seen … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Rowdy rail gathering

Posted on February 23, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

So sorry I was unable to make it to the Culberson town hall meeting last night. Sure looks like it was fun. [The Universities] line was at the center of a raucous gathering Thursday night at Rice University, where supporters … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Last word on Old Spanish Trail

Posted on February 23, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

At long last, it is finished. There’s good news for rodeo fans, barbecue lovers and thousands of drivers tired of jolting like a bull rider along Old Spanish Trail near Reliant Park and the Texas Medical Center. A repaving job … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Making pharmacists fib

Posted on February 23, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

I’m a little late to the party on the demerits of HB23, which would force pharmacists to read a “warning” about the morning after pill to purchasers, as well as post a sign and keep records like they do for … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Rent to own, Lege-style

Posted on February 23, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

The Star Telegram takes a close look at why some legislators love the concept of separate property. It’s illegal for Texas lawmakers to use campaign funds to buy real estate or enrich themselves, but several legislators have used a loophole … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Meet Rep. Rick Noriega

Posted on February 23, 2007 by Charles Kuffner

As you know, my social calendar is a bit curtailed these days. But that shouldn’t stop you from making it to a fine event such as this: The Houston Democratic Forum invites you to a Casual Q&A with Our Special … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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