John Raley: The TT Interview
Michael Morton's lawyer on the fight to obtain DNA testing that ultimately proved Morton's innocence in the death of his wife. Full Story
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Perry Takes Heat From GOP Voters Over "Vulture" Comments
Gov. Rick Perry is running into some blowback from voters over his attacks on “multimillionaire” Mitt Romney and the brand of “vulture capitalism” the former Massachusetts governor supposedly practiced at a corporate takeover firm. Full Story
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The Midday Brief: Jan. 11, 2012
Your afternoon reading: Perry urges appeals court to uphold Virginia ballot order; Paul says support growing beyond "irate minority"; Perry not backing down from Bain criticism Full Story
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The Weekly TribCast: Episode 114
Evan, Ross, Emily and Reeve analyze the New Hampshire primary results, consider what lies ahead for Rick Perry, and get updates on abortion sonograms and redistricting. Full Story
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Immigration Proposal Not Seen as Major Step
The Obama administration plans to ease restrictions on illegal immigrants trying to re-enter the U.S. after applying for legal status. Some aren't sold that the move is a significant step. Full Story
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The Brief: Jan. 11, 2012
A surprise-free night in New Hampshire has set the Republican presidential field up for a potentially fiery battle in South Carolina. Full Story
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Proposed Immigration Centers Spark Fears of Family Detentions
Families waiting for their immigration status to be determined could soon be held in detention centers in Texas. But as Erika Aguilar of KUT News reports, some immigrants' rights advocates fear that the practice of detaining families could return as well. Full Story
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On the Records: Perry's Financial Sector Donors
Rick Perry attacked Mitt Romney on Tuesday for his history at Bain Capital, a private equity firm. Similar companies, though, have contributed generously over the past 11 years to the Texas governor's campaigns. Full Story
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If Courts Take More Time, So Will Primaries
If the federal courts don't come up with political maps in the next three weeks, Texas probably won't be able to hold primary elections on April 3. Full Story
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Perry, Paul Take Different Paths to South Carolina
Ron Paul heads south riding the momentum of a second-place finish in New Hampshire, while Rick Perry has already made himself a fixture in the Palmetto State. Full Story
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Paul Takes Second in New Hampshire Primary
Texas Congressman Ron Paul is the runner-up in the New Hampshire primary. The campaign considers this a victory, and it sets the stage for him to take his message to South Carolina and beyond. Full Story
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Perry Hoping South Carolina is No Iowa
All eyes may be on New Hampshire tonight, but Gov. Rick Perry is a thousand miles away, in South Carolina, which votes on Jan. 21. Ben Philpott of KUT News and the Tribune reports. Full Story
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Video: New Hampshire Primary Day
The Trib's Thanh Tan files this video postcard from Manchester, N.H., where she's covering Ron Paul's bid to win the primary. Full Story
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At Senate Hearing, Warnings of Drought and Power
At a committee hearing Tuesday about the impact of drought on power generation, state senators voiced concerns that a lack of adequate water could harm Texas' long-term growth. Full Story
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The Midday Brief: Jan. 10, 2012
Your afternoon reading: Perry casts Romney's firm as a "vulture"; Paul defends Romney on "fire people" comment; federal court says Texas can enforce abortion sonogram law Full Story
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Perry Says Romney Firm Acted Like "Vulture"
Rick Perry, trying to claw his way back into the 2012 presidential competition, conjured up images of hungry vultures Tuesday to describe front-runner Mitt Romney’s past as a corporate takeover artist. Full Story
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Judges: Texas Can Enforce Sonogram Law Now
A panel of federal appellate judges has authorized Texas officials to enforce a controversial abortion sonogram law while its constitutionality is being challenged in court. Full Story
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The Redistricting Arguments, and Who Made Them
The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments Monday in Perez v. Perry, the current Texas redistricting case. Some selected quotes — some from judges, some from lawyers — follow. Full Story
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The Brief: Jan. 10, 2012
Tonight, the first primary of the 2012 election cycle may determine Ron Paul's path forward. Full Story
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It's Prime Time for Paul in New Hampshire
If the polls are any indication, it's unlikely that U.S. Rep. Ron Paul will emerge as the victor in today's primary in New Hampshire. Still, finishing anywhere near the top would help to keep his momentum going. Full Story
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