Daily Archives: September 8, 2009

The Mayorals talk about the economy

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Via Greg and KTRK: Annise Parker: Gene Locke: Peter Brown Roy Morales: I presume that each team was told they had up to two minutes to film themselves talking about the economy in whatever fashion suited them. Locke’s struck me … Continue reading →

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Interview with Jack Christie

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

We are getting close to the end of my interview series. This week I will wrap up the interviews with non-incumbent candidates for City Council. Next week I will have HISD Trustee candidates, then incumbent District City Council members, and … Continue reading →

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District H townhall meetings

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

From the inbox: Houston City Councilman Ed Gonzalez is sponsoring two town hall meetings in District H. Heights town hall meeting, 6-8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10 at Reagan High School, 413 E. 13th St. Washington Avenue Corridor town hall meeting, … Continue reading →

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Is there a cardiologist in the house?

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

I have two words for you: Fried butter. I kid you not. Fried butter is among eight dishes contending for Monday’s fifth annual Big Tex Choice Awards, which showcases the top new foods at this year’s fair. Fried butter will … Continue reading →

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WiFi in the sky

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Since I’ve asserted that being able to use one’s laptop to surf the web while traveling is an advantage of taking the train as opposed to driving, I should note that soon one will be able to surf while flying … Continue reading →

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Texas blog roundup for the week of September 7

Posted on September 8, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

The Texas Progressive Alliance hopes everyone had a Happy Labor Day, and notes that it won’t be any work at all to read this week’s roundup of blog highlights. Click on for more.

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