Texas Lieutenant Governor Power Plays and Rule Changes
The Texas lieutenant governor, the state Senate presiding officer, wields limited formal powers but gains real influence from Senate rules and committee control. With Dewhurst seeking U.S. Senate, talk of trimming the office resurfaces, spurred by potential successors and figures like Dan Patrick. Senators fear retaliation and seek rule changes, while a new LG could prompt another push.
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Today in History 145th day of 2012
Key events include Morse's first telegraph message in 1844 from the U S Capitol to Baltimore, the 1883 Brooklyn Bridge opening, and 1994 World Trade Center bombers sentenced to 240 years. Also listed are notable birthdays, a 1935 MLB night game, Nevada's 1864 constitution telegram, and a Bob Dylan quote.
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Not a truth teller in political fray
Donna Brazile notes how Pew and Rasmussen shape public perception on Obama Romney coverage and voters confidence in economic judgment. She cites media bias, Romney credibility gaps, and the impact of the stimulus while urging voters to focus on facts amid the 2012 campaign rhetoric.
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