The Brief: Jan. 27, 2015
Guns were a big topic of conversation inside the Capitol and outside of it on Monday. Full Story
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![Chris Way and his son Ryan, 2, participate in an open carry march on March 12, 2014 during the South by Southwest festival. The event was led by the Austin chapter of Come and Take It.]()
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Judge Rules Against State in Veteran Tuition Case
A federal judge ruled Monday that it is unconstitutional for Texas to deny free university tuition to a veteran who is a Texas resident now, but lived in another state when he enlisted. The decision could cost the state untold millions. Full Story
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Texas Bikers Know How to Be Heard at Capitol
More than a thousand Texas bikers descended on the Capitol on Monday to present lawmakers with their legislative agenda for this session. Not surprisingly, they want looser traffic laws for motorcyclists. Full Story
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Tea Party Leaders Will Advise Patrick on Key Issues
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has formed a new advisory board to focus on border security, education reform and tax relief. Its members? Tea Party leaders from across the state. Full Story
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Sen. Nelson Looks to Strengthen Contracting Oversight
Following a controversial no-bid deal at the Health and Human Services Commission, Sen. Jane Nelson, R-Flower Mound, filed a bill on Monday that seeks to strengthen oversight of state contracting. Full Story
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The 84th Lege Page: Social Issues
During the legislative session, our reporters are compiling "hot lists" of issues across nearly a dozen different policy areas. This week, the featured hot list on our Lege page is Social Issues. Follow our curated lists to stay updated on what we're covering. Full Story
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Abbott to Deliver State of the State Address on Feb. 17
The Texas House officially approved a resolution on Monday inviting Gov. Greg Abbott to deliver his State of the State address before a joint session of the Texas Legislature on Feb. 17 at 11 a.m. Full Story
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At a Kosher Deli, Perry Courts the Jewish Vote
On a campaign swing through central Iowa, former Gov. Rick Perry on Monday presented himself to Jewish voters as a man of the world — one who toured Israel and Auschwitz as governor and remains friendly with foreign leaders. Full Story
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T-Squared: 2015 Tribune Festival Dates Announced
Our fifth annual gathering of big names from the worlds of public policy in politics will be right smack in the middle of the busy post-session, mid-presidential-campaign fall. You won't want to miss it. Full Story
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Analysis: Legislators' Traveling Expenses and Schmoozing, Linked
The session stipends for legislators are set to rise, and because of a loophole in Texas law, that would mean lobbyists could spend more on legislators without saying whom they are wining and dining. Full Story
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Dallas Boasts Top AP Exam Passing Rates for Black, Hispanic Students
More black and Hispanic students in Dallas pass Advanced Placement exams than in any other part of the country. That's no accident, thanks to the National Math and Science Initiative, which has been working in Dallas schools for a decade. Full Story
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The Brief: Jan. 26, 2015
The Tribune's Abby Livingston has the details on how Rick Perry spent the rest of his weekend in Iowa following his high-profile appearance at Saturday's Iowa Freedom Summit. Full Story
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In Iowa, a Preview of a Revamped Perry
In 2011, Rick Perry swept into Iowa late and unprepared. Nearly four years later, back in the Hawkeye State as he flirts with another presidential bid, he's making one thing clear: There will be no "Oops" moment this time around. Full Story
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Daddy Issues: While Rand Paul Seeks Donors, Ron Paul Talks Secession
Former U.S. Rep. Ron Paul and his son, presidential hopeful and Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul, are in a strange predicament as the 2016 campaign season begins. They are a father and son tied together — but running in opposite directions. Full Story
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John Bolton: The TT Interview
The former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations — and potential presidential contender — on his political ambitions, his ties to Texas and the role the state will play in the 2016 race. Full Story
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Inside Texas Politics: A Quiet One and a Loud One
On this week's edition of WFAA-TV's Inside Texas Politics, talk turns to the personal styles of Texas' new governor and lieutenant governor. Full Story
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GOP Hopefuls Eyeing the Texas Hispanic Vote
Winning a large share of the Hispanic vote in Texas will be crucial for Texas-affiliated Republican presidential hopefuls. As the candidates tiptoe toward the 2016 starting gate, experts helped the Tribune handicap their chances with this critical voting bloc. Full Story
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Cruz, Perry Make a Splash at Iowa GOP Summit
The 2016 Republican presidential nomination chase unofficially began Saturday, and U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz and former Gov. Rick Perry made it clear that they're in the hunt. Full Story
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Cecilia Abbott, George P. Bush Headline Anti-Abortion Rally
Texas' new first lady, Cecilia Abbott, and land commissioner, George P. Bush, headlined an anti-abortion rally at the state Capitol on Saturday. A nearby counter rally drew a smaller crowd. Full Story
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![Texas first lady Cecilia Abbott and Land Commissioner George P. Bush at a Texas Alliance for Life rally at the Texas Capitol on Jan. 24, 2015.]()
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The Playlist: On a Clear Day
Marking a new era in Texas politics, Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick were sworn in on a bright sunny Tuesday, so we ease into this week’s playlist off the news with pianist Bill Evans' solo rendition of “On a Clear Day.” Full Story
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