The loyal opposition & Democrats, or Republican family? Texas Insider Report: WASHINGTON, D.C. – A super PAC that defends Republican incumbents went up on air late last week with an ad touting Republican Rep. Mike Simpson’s conservative credentials, and attacks the outside groups seeking to oust him in an upcoming primary. The ad, released by Defending Main Street, seeks […]
“If you cannot provide answers about these charges, we ask that you withdraw…” Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN, Texas – Established in 1950, the Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA) is the voice of Texas law enforcement. TMPA is proud to represent more than 20,000 law enforcement officers across Texas. TMPA President Josh Thurlkill sent a letter […]
By Tom Howell Jr. – Washington Times The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld Michigan’s voter-approved ban on the use of race-based preferences in the college admissions process. In a 6-2 decision, the justices said the court had no authority to set aside state laws that let the voters decide if they want race to be […]
By James Freeman November cannot come soon enough for Republicans. Plus, a surge in borrowers avoiding student-loan repayment. A GOP SENATE MAJORITY? A survey of U.S. Senate races shows the political damage Democrats have suffered from the roll-out of ObamaCare. A number of swing-state incumbents who were polling in the low- to mid-50s before the […]
By Sen. Donna Campbell Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN, Texas – With every passing day, the 84th Legislature seems to creep closer and closer, and there’s a lot of work to be done in the interim. Last year we had success cutting the margins tax, investing in water and highway infrastructure, and enacting measures to protect […]
Texas Insider Report: AUSTIN, Texas – Gov. Rick Perry will take Texas’ message of low taxes, smart regulations and job creation to businesses in New York City from April 22-24. The governor will meet with employers and participate in a reception hosted by TexasOne to discuss the opportunities and freedom available to families and businesses […]