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Easy as Punkin Pie
Monday, November 30, 2009
Any holiday that focuses on family, food, and football just has to have the word "Thanks" in it, right? I'm probably still digesting something. But – call it serving leftovers – I did want to make sure you saw a couple of things that happened last week.
I Left My Shirt in San Francisco
Monday, November 23, 2009
Of all the odd trends I’ve seen in three years in the state Senate, the strangest might be that whenever people start talking about the water shortages that Texas faces state-wide, it seems to rain.
Mayor Roy Butler
Monday, November 16, 2009
I didn't really know Mayor Butler until I was running for and serving as mayor in 1997, though of course I knew his history and the role he played shaping the place we live in today. But he was great to me. Always positive, never second-guessing, consistently willing to help.
Veterans Day
Monday, November 09, 2009
But our thoughts and prayers should be and will be with those who gave and give so much of themselves in service for us – and with the families, friends and loved ones who feel the loss most strongly.
Egos and Eggs
Monday, November 02, 2009
As you may know, I strongly believe that one of my most really, very outstanding qualities is that I have virtually no discernible ego whatsoever. But every now and then, someone says something to me or gives me something that makes me feel pretty good.
A Decent Proposal
Monday, October 19, 2009
Proposition 4 would dedicate more than $400 million that the state already has to the creation of more Tier One universities in Texas. This is a big deal – a once-in-a-generation opportunity to super-charge our economy, help our universities and create a lasting inheritance to future generations. And it won't cost us a penny.
Get Ready to Vote
Monday, October 12, 2009
Every other November – the ones in odd-numbered years, when there are a lot fewer good-looking politicians calling each other names – Texas voters go to the polls to amend the constitution. For those of you who are new to the process: yes, we Texans have our own constitution. And no, that doesn’t mean we’ve seceded from the United States.
Time to Leave the Station
Monday, October 05, 2009
This needs to be a time for the community to come together, discuss where Capital Metro needs to go, and consider our vision of how to provide transit and transportation services in this region. In that, this management transition comes at a really good time.
A Change in Plans
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
As you know, my Fourth Annual Concert Under the Stars was to feature Patty Griffin this Thursday night. I'm very sad to report that Patty's father passed away yesterday afternoon. Patty has gone to Maine to be with her family at what is a very difficult time for them. They're all in our thoughts and prayers right now.