Monthly Archives: August 2008

A little love for Skelly

Posted on August 1, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

I mentioned before that John Culberson has been whining about Michael Skelly trying to “buy” the election against him. That’s a pretty silly claim, given that Skelly has attracted far more donors than Culberson has, but it is the silly … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Who wants the HGLBT Political Caucus’ endorsement?

Posted on August 1, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

Previously, I had noted that Houtopia had reported that a couple of sitting Republican judges were seeking the endorsement of the Houston Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Political Caucus, which would be an unusual turn of events. Now Alan Bernstein … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Don’t text and skate

Posted on August 1, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

I somehow pictured John weeping softly into his morning coffee as he read this story. The road rash on his left elbow was the mark of multi-tasking gone awry. With a phone in hand and a skateboard underfoot, 15-year-old Kenny … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Robertson renovation

Posted on August 1, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

The University of Houston has big plans for its football stadium. Like something out of Field of Dreams, the University of Houston is proposing a $38.7 million addition to Robertson Stadium. If it builds luxury suites and club seats, a … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Where in the world is Rick Perry?

Posted on August 1, 2008 by Charles Kuffner

Apparently the answer is “You don’t need to know”. Attorneys for three Texas newspapers are expected to appear in district court here today in an attempt to force the Texas Department of Public Safety to release travel records of Gov. … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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