The Brief: Aug. 1, 2013
Facing opposition from his own party, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz is digging in on his latest effort to dismantle the Affordable Care Act. Full Story
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The Evening Brief: July 31, 2013
Your evening reading: Cruz steps up effort to defund Affordable Care Act; Branch releases first campaign video; Zimmerman pulled over in Texas for speeding Full Story
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Branch Releases First Campaign Video
State Rep. Dan Branch, R-Dallas, has released his first web video in his campaign to become the next attorney general. Titled "Come and Take It," it highlights his desire to challenge what he calls "an overreaching federal government." Full Story
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Tribpedia: Introducing the Abbott Archives
First we brought you Perrypedia, the go-to source for all things Rick Perry. Today, we're rolling out the Abbott Archives, your home for original news, multimedia and aggregated content on Attorney General Greg Abbott. Full Story
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Cruzing: From Texas to Iowa in Just One Year
It has been just a year since Ted Cruz vanquished Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst in a primary runoff, but the current darling of Texas Republicans is already getting a serious look from conservative voters in early presidential primary states. Full Story
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Texas Weekly Newsreel: Filibuster, Filibuster, Filibuster
In place of this week's Newsreel, we've got the story of the week — and of the political year so far: the debate and filibuster and verbal melee that marked the last day of the first special session. Full Story
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For Abbott, a Legal Fight and a Political Bonanza
The newest legal battle over voting rights in Texas could go either way in court, but for Attorney General Greg Abbott, it's a golden opportunity to square off with a Democratic administration in Washington, D.C., that is far from popular in Texas. Full Story
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Abortion and the Economic Argument Behind the Political One
The state's abortion and health care policies intersect in the budget — even though that might not always be part of the debate — and the budget is where the impact of decisions on abortion and Medicaid will be revealed. Full Story
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Justice Department Seeks to Restore Voting Law Restrictions on Texas
The U.S. Justice Department will seek to once more require that a federal court approve Texas’ controversial voter ID law, despite a Supreme Court ruling that such a practice is outdated. Full Story
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As Health Care Law Nears Rollout, Cruz, Cornyn Remain Prominent Critics
With major components of the Affordable Care Act set to take effect in the coming months, Texas' U.S. senators have remained vocal in their calls to defund or dismantle the law. Full Story
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El Paso Lawmaker Can't Join Hispanic Caucus; Some Seek Rule Change
Despite representing a district whose constituents are overwhelmingly Hispanic, U.S. Rep. Robert “Beto” O’Rourke, D-El Paso, is ineligible for membership in the Congressional Hispanic Caucus. Some say that should change. Full Story
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The Brief: July 24, 2013
As the governor's race awaits a Democratic entrant, the contours of other key down-ballot contests are beginning to take shape. Full Story
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The Evening Brief: July 23, 2013
Your evening reading: Branch announces bid for attorney general; Huckabee endorses Patrick for lieutenant governor; Democrats score influx of cash after filibuster. Full Story
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Branch Launches Campaign for Attorney General
In an announcement Tuesday at Southern Methodist University, state Rep. Dan Branch, R-Dallas, officially launched his bid to be the state's next attorney general, saying he plans to put an end to “runaway federal government.” Full Story
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Abbott: Family Ties Provide Common Ground With Hispanic Voters
Highlighting his ties to the Hispanic community during his gubernatorial campaign launch, Attorney General Greg Abbott is wooing Hispanic voters who have tended to identify with the Democratic Party. Full Story
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The Evening Brief: July 22, 2013
Your evening reading: Pauken still pushing for debates with Abbott; Cruz's father says son was "destined" by God; Peña says he was mistreated during recent traffic stop. Full Story
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The Brief: July 22, 2013
A conspicuous visit to Iowa has sparked a new round of speculation about U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz's political ambitions. Full Story
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Video: Cruz Dismisses Talk of Run for President
On Sunday's edition of This Week, U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz — fresh from his maiden trip to Iowa — dismissed talk of a possible run for president in 2016. Full Story
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New El Paso Mayor Takes On List of Challenges
New El Paso Mayor Oscar Leeser faces the task of leading the city amid some daunting challenges. He is focused on partnering with business leaders and former campaign adversaries to help the city move forward. Full Story
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Analysis: For Davis, the Top Political Race Might Not Be for the Top Office
The price of political celebrity is often the attention it draws from the opposition. State Sen. Wendy Davis raised her profile with a filibuster, and now must decide whether to fight the GOP at home or on a bigger stage. Full Story
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