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by Ross Ramsey, The Texas Tribune
November 19, 2009
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Ross Ramsey co-founded The Texas Tribune in 2009 and served as its executive editor until his retirement in 2022. He wrote regular columns on politics, government and public policy. Before joining the... More by Ross Ramsey
