The Weekly TribCast: Episode 132
Evan, Ross, Reeve and Ben try their hands at determining which U.S. Senate candidate is the Deb Fischer of Texas and separating facts and rumors from the latest brouhaha at the University of Texas. Full Story
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T-Squared: A Tweak to Our Disclosure Policy
Heads up: As of today, we're revising how we disclose individual, corporate and foundation donors to the Tribune. Full Story
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Book Excerpt: Draper on Blake Farenthold
An excerpt on U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold, R-Corpus Christi, from Robert Draper's new book on Congress — Do Not Ask What Good We Do — from a chapter titled "Coffee with Your Congressman." Full Story
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U.S. Rep. Barton on Primary: "My Real Opponent is Me"
Congressman Joe Barton isn’t expecting too much trouble in his re-election bid. But the longtime incumbent has three opponents in the Republican primary, and political observers say it could be a tougher-than-usual race. Full Story
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Mexican Company's Bankruptcy Case Has Cross-Border Impact
A bankruptcy case pending in a Dallas courtroom has analysts waiting to see if the outcome could affect how U.S.-based companies do business in Mexico. Full Story
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The Brief: May 17, 2012
One of the key figures in the rumors roiling the University of Texas at Austin has opened up about the controversy. Full Story
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Cigarroa: Powers Not at Risk of Being Fired
In an exclusive sit-down with the Tribune, University of Texas System Chancellor Francisco Cigarroa contradicted published reports questioning the job security of UT-Austin President Bill Powers. Full Story
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For Young Voters, a "Like" is the New Yard Sign
With this year's Texas primaries less than two weeks away, candidates are blanketing the state. But as Autumn Caviness reports for KUT News and ReportingTexas.com, while bumper stickers and yards signs mark support for older voters, younger voters prefers a subtler, more modern approach. Full Story
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Rare Swing Seat Sparks Two Hot Primaries in HD-144
The race to replace state Rep. Ken Legler, R-Pasadena, in House District 144 has sparked competitive races in both the Republican and Democratic primaries. Full Story
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In Keystone Debate, Concerns Over Higher Gas Prices
The debate over the Keystone XL pipeline has focused mainly on economic benefits and environmental concerns. But as Mose Buchele of KUT News reports for StateImpact Texas, the project might have another indirect consequence that's largely been overlooked: higher gas prices. Full Story
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The Evening Brief: May 16, 2012
Your evening reading: Perry votes for Romney, says Straus hasn't asked for endorsement; Club for Growth boosts spending against Dewhurst; Republican state senator's fundraiser for Democrat draws scrutiny in Dallas Full Story
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Morton Case is Front, Center in WilCo DA Race
Michael Morton’s name isn’t on the ballot, but he has become the central figure in the heated campaign to become tough-on-crime Williamson County's next district attorney. Full Story
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Club for Growth Boosts Spending on Anti-Dewhurst Ads
The Club for Growth announced Wednesday that it has spent nearly $2 million in the last week on ads criticizing David Dewhurst in its efforts supporting Ted Cruz in Texas' U.S. Senate race. Full Story
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Perry Votes for Romney, Predicts He Will Become President
Calling his primary campaign bashing of Mitt Romney water under the bridge, Gov. Rick Perry voted for the former Massachusetts governor Wednesday and predicted he would beat President Obama. Full Story
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Book Excerpt: Draper on Sheila Jackson Lee
An excerpt on U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Houston, from Robert Draper's new book on Congress — Do Not Ask What Good We Do — from a chapter titled "Woman of a Certain Rage." Full Story
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The Hot Seat: A Conversation with Darby and Duncan
At our Hot Seat conversation at Angelo State University, state Rep. Drew Darby, R-San Angelo, and state Sen. Robert Duncan, R-Lubbock, discussed cuts to public and higher education and other by-products of the 82nd Session. Full Story
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The Brief: May 16, 2012
Gov. Rick Perry on Tuesday was drawn into the swirl of rumors still encircling the leadership at the University of Texas at Austin. Full Story
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Major Player in Fight Against Mexican Coal Company Bows Out
In a surprise move, the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas has withdrawn its opposition to a planned Eagle Pass coal mine that opponents allege would pollute the area's air and water supply. Full Story
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HD-11 Changes Adding to Challenge for Hopson
State Rep. Chuck Hopson, R-Jacksonville, faces a tough road to re-election in the redrawn HD-11. Some constituents are calling GOP primary challenger Travis Clardy the conservative alternative in the race. Full Story
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James Liebman: The TT Interview
The Columbia University law professor on the in-depth investigation his team conducted that they believe revealed that Carlos DeLuna did not commit the murder for which he was executed in 1989. Full Story
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