Texas governor’s power constrained by constitution
The Dallas Morning News argues Texas remains governed by a weak executive structure, limiting the governor’s reach. It cites the 1876 constitution, contrasts historic limits with Perry era executive orders, and urges leadership within constitutional bounds while broadening impact for all Texans.
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Today in History March 14 highlights through the years
On March 14 1794 Eli Whitney received a patent for the cotton gin. In 1900 Congress ratified the Gold Standard Act. In 1907 Theodore Roosevelt issued an order restricting Japanese laborers. In 1923 Calvin Coolidge filed an income tax report. In 1939 Czechoslovakia dissolved and Nazi occupation neared. In 1951 UN forces recaptured Seoul. In 1964 Jack Ruby was found guilty of Oswald murder. In 1965 Israel moved to establish relations with West Germany.
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Texans seek eight Texans to redraw districts fairly
A Texas legislator argues for Senate Bill 1068 to replace partisan redistricting with a plan where four Republicans and four Democrats each appoint two citizens, plus a ninth nonvoting chair, to draw fair congressional boundaries after the 2010 census. The proposal aims to reduce lawsuits and long battles over district lines. The author notes past gerrymandering by both parties and urges House passage and a gubernatorial signature.
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Conservative evangelicals mature in judging candidates by resolvable issues
Cal Thomas argues that pro family voters now consider candidates beyond the ideal of marriage and faith. He cites Giuliani Gingrich McCain Romney and Romney’s religion as factors shaping evangelical support. He notes rising acceptance of nontraditional families and the limits of government to repair marriages. The piece questions past deference to a perfect family model and favors pragmatic leadership over mere character recalls.
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Texas Political Contacts and Offices List
A dense roster of government offices and representatives. Includes president and senate offices for Hutchison and Cornyn, congressmen Llamar Smith and Cuellar, governor Rick Perry, Texas House and Senate members, and New Braunfels city council members with addresses and contact details.
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