The Brief: Nov. 21, 2014
Texas will feel more of the effects of Obama's action while a proposed overhaul of the Secure Communities programs draws bipartisan criticism. Full Story
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Top Perry Aide, Budget Expert To Join Patrick Staff
Lt. Gov.-elect Dan Patrick adds two Capitol veterans well versed in state finances and legislative procedure to his staff for the upcoming legislative session. Full Story
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Analysis: As Lineup at Top Changes, So Will Balance of Power
A new batch of statewide officeholders is preparing to take over Texas government, throwing the "who you know" politics of the Capitol into turmoil. But the biggest change is the Legislature's chance to reassert its traditional power. Full Story
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The Brief: Nov. 11, 2014
Lawmakers filed 365 bills and joint resolutions on Monday, the first day they could pre-file legislation for the upcoming legislative session. Full Story
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The Brief: Nov. 10, 2014
Examples are starting to pile up of the arrival of social media as a force with an effect on political campaigns as influential as traditional media coverage and advertising buys. Full Story
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Gov.-Elect Abbott Addresses Enterprise Fund, Border Security
Gov.-elect Greg Abbott said Wednesday that the Texas Enterprise Fund, which has given hundreds of millions of dollars to companies looking to relocate to Texas, should be “thoroughly re-evaluated.” Full Story
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Patrick Wins Big in Bid for Lieutenant Governor
Republican state Sen. Dan Patrick cruised to a landslide victory Tuesday night in the race for lieutenant governor, easily defeating Democratic opponent, Leticia Van de Putte. For more election results, see our Election Scoreboard. Full Story
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Liveblog: 2014 General Election Results
Throughout the night, our liveblog will keep you updated on the results of general election battles statewide, from the first early voting totals through the last ballots counted, from local legislative races to the governor's race. Full Story
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The Brief: Nov. 3, 2014
It's the day before Election Day, meaning time for everybody to take a deep breath in anticipation of what might unfold on Tuesday. Here's what you might have missed over a busy weekend on the political front. Full Story
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Beyond Wins and Losses, What Will Tuesday Say About Texas Politics?
After Tuesday's general election, political observers will examine voter turnout and exit poll data, seeking insights into where Texas is politically, and where it may be headed. Full Story
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Analysis: Candidates Try to Put Good Faces Forward
As the election season comes to a close, it's instructive to see whom the candidates call in for special appearances and reinforcement — and whom they don't call on at all. Full Story
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Van de Putte's Statewide Bus Tour Ventures off Democrats' Beaten Path
State Sen. Leticia Van de Putte, the Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor, is reaching out to voters in conservative hotbeds in North and East Texas — a nod to Democrats’ dependence on increasing voter turnout in statewide races. Full Story
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The Brief: Oct. 29, 2014
The Tribune today launches its 15-part The Shale Life series, which tells in a variety of visual styles the stories of those who are living through the effects, both good and bad, of the shale boom in Texas. Full Story
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The Brief: Oct. 28, 2014
Monday night was a big one for a pair of Texas politicos who were both given a national stage from which to galvanize support among their respective voter bases. Full Story
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UT/TT Poll: Abbott Holds 16-Point Lead Over Davis
Republican Greg Abbott holds a double-digit lead over Democrat Wendy Davis in the race for governor of Texas, according to the latest University of Texas/Texas Tribune Poll. Full Story
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The Brief: Oct. 20, 2014
Voters can cast ballots today for the Nov. 4 general election as the two-week early voting period commences. Full Story
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Details Yet to Emerge in Patrick's Tax Proposal
Dan Patrick, the GOP nominee for lieutenant governor, has made clear that he wants to lower property taxes. What he has left unclear — both to voters and to prominent business groups that have endorsed him — is exactly how he'll do that. Full Story
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The Brief: Oct. 13, 2014
Confirmation came Sunday afternoon that a second person has been diagnosed with the Ebola virus in Dallas. Full Story
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2014 TribuneFest: Audio From the Keynote Track
The keynote track at the 2014 Texas Tribune Festival featured interviews with several Texas elected officials and candidates, as well as a pair of panel discussions. Listen to audio of each session. Full Story
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Newsreel: Disease and Debates
This week in the Newsreel: A confirmed case of Ebola in Dallas is testing the state's public health emergency response system. Also, the nominees for governor and lieutenant governor debated. Full Story
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