When Evan Smith helped launch the nonprofit Texas Tribune in 2009, he set out to get people engaged in their government again, especially in places where newspaper coverage has dwindled. The Tribune introduced blogs, multimedia, troves of government data, and something old-fashioned for an online news startup: face-to-face conversations.
State Senators Kirk Watson (D-Austin), l, and Dan Patrick (R-Houston), r, discuss the priorities of the upcoming Texas legislative session at a TribLive event on November 8, 2012.
The Texas Tribune invites you to an end-of-session discussion with state Sens. Kirk Watson and Dan Patrick.
The 2013 Texas Tribune Festival: A weekend full of debate, discussion and dialogue featuring some of the biggest names in the world of politics and public policy. More than 150 speakers, 45 interactive events and countless networking opportunities — all on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin.
For 2013, we've expanded the programming tracks, introduced exclusive walking tours and added even more opportunities to connect at the most innovative and engaging festival of its kind.
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7 p.m. - 12 p.m.
Location
The University of Texas at Austin 1900 University Ave, Austin, TX 78705
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