The Brief: February 12, 2010
Debra Medina, take comfort in the words of Cat Stevens — "The first cut is the deepest." Especially if the cut is about 9/11 truthers. Full Story
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Abby Rapoport
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Abby Rapoport was a reporter at the Tribune in 2009-10. She served as a writing fellow at the Economic Policy Institute, in Washington, D.C. before coming to Austin. She covered the 2009 legislative session for Texas Monthly under the tutelage of Paul Burka, the magazine’s senior executive. Previously, she blogged for Glamour Magazine and interned at Lapham’s Quarterly. A native of Williamsburg, Virginia, she has a degree in history from Grinnell College.
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The Midday Brief: February 10, 2010
Your afternoon reading. Full Story
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The Brief: February 10, 2010
Paging Dr. Doug Ross. Debra Medina may soon be endangering your popularity. Full Story
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This Might Hurt: A Dose of Politics
Immunization advocates want to expand our vaccination database, but the well-educated, middle-class parents who oppose them are organized and driven — and could force lawmakers to take sides in the tussle between personal freedom and public health. Full Story
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The Midday Brief: February 9, 2010
Your afternoon reading. Full Story
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The Brief: February 9, 2010
Just before the Democratic debate began, Farouk Shami's campaign manager said their strategy was "a secret." Sadly for them, it was still a secret even after the debate was over. Full Story
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This Might Hurt
Advocates for vaccination records say a complete registry of shots would help the state navigate major health crises. Opponents say it would jeopardize patient privacy. Lawmakers like the potential cost savings, but they still aren’t sure where they stand. Full Story
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The Midday Brief: February 8, 2010
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The Brief: February 8, 2010
People who say the Super Bowl was the biggest night for television are clearly unaware of tonight's impending excitement: the Democratic gubernatorial debate. Full Story
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Debra Medina Clip 5
Before an adoring crowd — the "Texas 9.12 Revolution" — Debra Medina reflects on the toughest day in her fledgling gubernatorial bid. Full Story
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