Tag Archives: candidate forum

It’s all right, he wouldn’t have contributed anything to the debate anyway

Posted on July 5, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

The first gubernatorial debate of the general election is today, and one person will not be there. Democratic nominee Bill White and Libertarian Kathie Glass, both lawyers, are scheduled to face off in a Kerrville Area League of Women Voters … Continue reading →

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Maybe having a press conference in front of your opponents’ campaign HQ isn’t such a hot idea

Posted on June 16, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

Especially if they’re ready for you to arrive. Chicken suits are the new black. That’s what happens when you’re afraid to debate your opponent. BOR has more.

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Debating about having a debate

Posted on April 29, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

We will eventually have televised debates between Rick Perry and Bill White. But first we have to sit through the kabuki dance. Belo Corp., the company that owns WFAA and TV stations in Austin, Houston and San Antonio, sponsored a … Continue reading →

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CD18 public forum at Rice

Posted on February 18, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

From the inbox: Forum Houston Enriches Rice Education (HERE) Speaker: Robert Stein – Moderator Lena Gohlman Fox Professor of Political Science Rice University District 18 Congressional Political Forum Monday, February 22, 2010 6:00 PM  to 9:00 PM Rice Memorial Chapel  RMC/Ley Student … Continue reading →

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The Observer interviews White and Shami

Posted on February 8, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

If you’re looking for some more prep material in advance of tonight’s debate, the Texas Observer has a nice cover story on Bill White and Farouk Shami, with an interview with each candidate. For those of you who tune in … Continue reading →

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Interview with Farouk Shami

Posted on February 8, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

You’ve probably seen a few of Farouk Shami‘s ads for Governor by now, and you know the basic story: Came to America with only a few dollars in his pocket, started a successful business, and is now running to be … Continue reading →

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The GOP gubernatorial debate, simplified

Posted on January 31, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

About what one would expect, I daresay. The Republican candidates for governor clashed in what is likely their final debate Friday, attacking one another’s records but offering little vision as to what they would do as governor over the next … Continue reading →

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Democratic gubernatorial candidates to debate

Posted on January 28, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

As you know, I’m not much of the debate-watching type. But this is one I may tune in to. Houston Mayor Bill White and millionaire businessman Farouk Shami have accepted an invitation from KERA and its media partners to debate … Continue reading →

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That was the debate that was

Posted on January 15, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

I’m generally not the debate-watching type, so I managed to find some other way to spend my Thursday evening that did not involve the Perry/Hutchison/Median tete-a-tete-a-tete. Plenty of other people did, however, some because they were paid to do so … Continue reading →

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The debate over Burka

Posted on December 27, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

I generally find debates between candidates who are already well known to be tedious, often mechanical affairs. So I’m glad for an event that provides a little interest outside of the usual aspects, which is apparently the case for an … Continue reading →

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A gubernatorial threefer

Posted on December 7, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Debra Medina made her filing for Governor today as well, and she hopes to be allowed in the clubhouse when the big kids get together to play. “Texans deserve a Governor who is more interested in the needs of Texans,” … Continue reading →

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The last debate

Posted on December 7, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

I’m not much of a debate-watching person, and we had company yesterday afternoon, so I did not catch the last Mayoral debate. (Judging by David Ortez’s liveblogging, it would seem a lot of people weren’t watching.) I don’t think events … Continue reading →

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Liveblogging tonight’s Mayoral debate

Posted on December 1, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

No, not me. David Ortez, over at Hair Balls. It’s just getting underway now. I’m sure Twitter will be lighting up with commentary as well, so head over there or run for the hills, as the case may be. UPDATE: … Continue reading →

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District A runoff overview

Posted on November 27, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Now that we’re into the runoff season, it looks like the Chron will finally do a bit more in depth coverage of the races that are still unresolved. Yesterday, they ran this overview of District A and the remaining candidates … Continue reading →

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2009 Runoff Candidate Meet and Greet

Posted on November 22, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Want to meet the candidates who are in the December 12 runoff? Here’s your chance: You are invited to attend … 2009 Runoff Candidate Meet and Greet DECEMBER 3, 2009 – 6:30 PM – The Upper Kirby Building (details below) … Continue reading →

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Election tidbits for 10/15

Posted on October 15, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Just a few quickies… – Super Neighborhood 22 will be holding a candidate forum for At Large positions 2 and 5 this coming Monday: According to the email I got on this, CM Melissa Noriega will also be present. – … Continue reading →

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KTRK Mayoral forum

Posted on October 8, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Anyone catch the KTRK Mayoral forum? The four major candidates vying to be Houston’s next mayor took some of the first steps toward engaging each other directly in a live televised debate on KTRK Wednesday evening. With just four weeks … Continue reading →

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The Mayoral forum at Discovery Green

Posted on October 5, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

In case you didn’t make it to the Mayoral forum at Discovery Green on Sunday, you’ll have another chance to see what happened later this week. The four candidates vying to become Houston’s next mayor emerged from the first major … Continue reading →

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Updated list of all interviews to date

Posted on October 4, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Just a reminder that you can click on the 2009 Election tab at the top right of the index page to get a complete up-to-date list of all the interviews I’ve done for the November cycle. There’s a total of … Continue reading →

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All forumed out

Posted on September 16, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

The three main Mayoral candidates are cutting back on the number of candidate forums they’re doing. Having logged more than 40 so far with just about every interest group or neighborhood imaginable, the campaigns of City Controller Annise Parker, City … Continue reading →

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It’s all about the runoff

Posted on August 21, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Professor Murray also comments on the Marc Campos post that assessed the state of the Mayoral race, and he hits on a lot of the same points that I did, with some more detail. And just in time, as it … Continue reading →

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Mayoral forum focusing on non-profits

Posted on August 12, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

There are plenty of Mayoral forums going on. Here’s one that will cover some ground I haven’t seen trod before. Houston Area Table Mayoral Forum What role will non-profits and community based organizations play in the new mayor’s administration? Apearing … Continue reading →

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Controller’s debate

Posted on August 2, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

In case you missed it from Friday, here’s the Houston City Controller debate as hosted by Red, White, and Blue on KUHT. I was out of town this week and didn’t get a chance to set the TiVo on Friday, … Continue reading →

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City or county?

Posted on July 23, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Like Nancy Sims, I was at the Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce candidate forum yesterday morning. And like Nancy, I thought this bit was one of the more interesting parts of the debate. Several questions focused on city finances and … Continue reading →

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The immigration question in the Mayor’s race

Posted on July 19, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Man, we need comprehensive immigration reform we can all live with. The city’s plans to step up cooperation with federal authorities in efforts to deport illegal immigrants is garnering new debate in the 2009 mayoral contest. Latino advocates have pressed … Continue reading →

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Who should represent District H?

Posted on May 30, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

That’s the question, isn’t it? It took only a few minutes at the District H candidate forum Thursday morning for discussion to turn to the elephant in the room. “District H is supposed to be a Hispanic district,” said Edgar … Continue reading →

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Brown and Locke spar over education

Posted on May 16, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

At a Mayoral forum on Thursday, Gene Locke and Peter Brown get into it over the school system. Gene Locke, the former city attorney, targeted Councilman Peter Brown’s recent statement to the Chronicle that Houstonians should consider forming an urban … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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More candidates

Posted on May 7, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

I was just saying to someone the other day that while I thought the fields for the upcoming city races were largely set, there would certainly be a few more candidates appearing between now and the filing deadline. Lo and … Continue reading →

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More candidates

Posted on May 7, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

I was just saying to someone the other day that while I thought the fields for the upcoming city races were largely set, there would certainly be a few more candidates appearing between now and the filing deadline. Lo and … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Last candidate forums for District H

Posted on April 14, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

Just a reminder about tonight’s candidate forum sponsored by the Woodland Heights Civic Association. 7:30 PM at the Zion Lutheran Church on Pecore at Beauchamp. Here’s the map, the street address is 3606 Beauchamp. I am aware of one more … Continue reading →

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Reminder: GHDC District H candidate forum

Posted on March 17, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

The Greater Heights Democratic Club is holding a candidate forum for District H this Thursday. Please join the Greater Heights Democratic Club for a Candidate Forum for the upcoming City of Houston, District H, Special Election. Place: Reagan High School … Continue reading →

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ULI Mayoral candidate forum report

Posted on February 23, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

As I am not a member of the Urban Land Institute of Houston, I did not get an invitation to their members-only Mayoral candidate forum on Thursday, which got a brief mention in the Chron on Friday. Fortunately, Andrew Burleson … Continue reading →

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Shady Acres candidate forum report

Posted on February 18, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

I attended the District H candidate forum that was presented by the Shady Acres Civic Club last night. Eight candidates were in attendance: Gonzalo Camacho, Karen Derr, Yolanda Navarro Flores, Lupe Garcia, Ed Gonzalez, Hugo Mojica, Rick Rodriguez, and Maverick … Continue reading →

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District H candidate forum in Shady Acres

Posted on February 11, 2009 by Charles Kuffner

The following came to me via Facebook: The Shady Acres Civic Club is hosting a Candidate Forum for District H. We would like to have an opportunity for community members to meet and hear candidates\’ vision for our neighborhood. We … Continue reading →

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