The state tab for Gov. Rick Perry’s criminal defense, previously thought to be $80,000, has hit $133,000. Perry has said he will pay for his lawyers with campaign money from now on.
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Demographics
On Border, Questions Over National Guard Troops’ Needs
Democrats say media reports that some National Guard troops on the border haven’t been paid and can’t afford basic necessities are infuriating. Republican Gov. Rick Perry’s office says the National Guard is fully equipped to help them.
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Health care
The Brief: Aug. 29, 2014
It’s a good thing that Judge John Dietz dropped his school finance ruling before a three-day weekend, because interested parties could use that extra day to go over his 400-plus page decision.
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Bypassed by the Miracle
Critics Say Bond Elections Lack True Transparency
Texas voters approve billions of dollars in new local debt each year. A growing group of critics argues that voters wouldn’t be so agreeable if they were more clearly informed of the debt that’s already owed in their name.
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Criminal Justice
Attorneys: Judge in Perry Case is Thoughtful, Fair
If Bert Richardson remains on the bench for the criminal case against Gov. Rick Perry, those who know the former prosecutor say trial watchers will be treated to an engaged judge.
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Politics
Secretive Group Launches Pro-Perry Site
A secretive nonprofit, which until recently has been known solely for its efforts to unseat New York Democrats, has launched an online campaign in support of Gov. Rick Perry in light of his recent legal troubles.
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Health care
The Brief: Aug. 28, 2014
They are this summer’s odd couple: Gov. Rick Perry and his lawyer, Tony Buzbee.
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In Trial Lawyer, Perry Finds Tenacious Advocate
Tony Buzbee, who is leading Gov. Rick Perry’s defense, has made a fortune being the kind of lawyer the governor has spent much of his time in office villainizing. But Buzbee rejects the suggestion that he was an unconventional pick.
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Davis Draws Praise, Criticism for Education Reform Plans
While receiving praise from education leaders in Austin and fending off fresh criticism about her tax return, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Wendy Davis promoted the latest additions to her education reform proposals.
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Demographics
Guard’s Arrival on Border Brings Relief, Concerns
The arrival of the Texas National Guard to the border has been met with praise by some who say the state is taking the lead in securing the border. Others say the deployment is overkill that only serves to hamper the local economy.