The Brief: Jan. 16, 2014
Land commissioner candidate George P. Bush has some pointed words for fellow Republicans who denigrate Hispanics. Full Story
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Bush Targets "Ignorant Statements" About Hispanics
George P. Bush, a GOP candidate for land commissioner, said Wednesday that he hoped Texas Republicans in leadership positions would denounce "ignorant statements" regarding Hispanics, even if they're made by fellow Republicans. Full Story
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What's in a Surname? Bush's Run Adds to Debate on Hispanics, GOP
Many Republican officials have pointed to George P. Bush, the odds-on favorite in the 2014 land commissioner's race, as an example that Hispanic candidates are able to win statewide GOP primaries. But several political observers do not see a trend starting. Full Story
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The Brief: Dec. 16, 2013
The week starts with questions over whether the Texas A&M regents' decision on Saturday to tap the chancellor's favorite for interim president over the governor's favored candidate will lead to more controversy in College Station. Full Story
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The Brief: Nov. 20, 2013
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to keep in place for now new restrictions on Texas abortion facilities has thrust the state and the hot-button social issue back into the national spotlight. Full Story
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The Evening Brief: Nov. 19, 2013
Your evening reading: controversial mock immigration sting at UT canceled; new ads appear from lite guv candidates Dewhurst and Patterson; a drone flies over the Capitol Full Story
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Land Commissioner's Office — Is It a Launching Pad for a Political Career?
The theory that being elected Texas land commissioner can serve as a launching pad for higher office has gained traction since George P. Bush decided earlier this year to run for the position. Full Story
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The Evening Brief: Nov. 8, 2013
Your evening reading: Anderson gets jail time; Perry releases national TV ad amid Iowa trip; pro-Hillary Clinton PAC raises $100,000 in San Antonio fundraiser Full Story
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The GOP's Fresh Prince Runs at Arm's Length
At the Texas Legislative Conference in New Braunfels on Friday, newbie political candidate George P. Bush was smooth, cautious and unremarkable. His aim was to get used to the spotlight without making a bad impression, and he got the job done. Full Story
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Video: George P. Bush Keynotes Texas Legislative Conference
George P. Bush, Republican candidate for Texas Land Commissioner, told a crowd at the Texas Legislative Conference in New Braunfels on Friday that he's interested in education issues, in cutting regulations and taxes, and in helping the 1.7 million veterans expected to live in or return to the state over the next few years. Full Story
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Bush Filing Clears the Air, But Only a Little Bit
George P. Bush is running for land commissioner, clearing the way for other politicians who want to run in 2014 but don't want to run against that famous last name. But the filing doesn't end the speculation — it just changes it. Full Story
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Beyoncé Music Removed From Bush Video
The video released Wednesday announcing George P. Bush's run for Texas land commissioner originally featured music from Beyoncé, a prominent supporter of President Obama's. As of Thursday morning, that music was gone. Full Story
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Video: George P. Bush Announces Bid for Land Commissioner
George P. Bush told state election officials Tuesday he will run for land commissioner in 2014. He had previously filed papers required for anyone raising campaign funds in the state, but hadn’t officially specified what office he might seek. Full Story
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George P. Bush: The TT Interview
The co-founder of the Hispanic Republicans of Texas political action committee on his first planned run for office, divisions in the GOP, Hispanics and Republicans, and why he's getting into the family business. Full Story
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Candidates for 2014 Already Getting Busy
The 2012 elections just ended, and whether you're ready for it or not, the candidates for 2014 have already started their political engines. Full Story
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What if Bush Leapfrogged Other Texas Republicans?
The fresh face from the Bush political dynasty has thrown the political gauntlet, filing papers in anticipation of a 2014 political bid. Is George P. Bush a threat to Republicans who've been patiently waiting their turns? Full Story
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TribCast: Speaker's Race, George P. Bush, Bill Filings
Reeve, Julian, Brandi and Jay discuss the speaker's race, the potential rise of George P. Bush and the latest bills to be filed in advance of the upcoming legislative session. Full Story
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Spokesman: George P. Bush is Still Shopping
George P. Bush, who filed campaign papers last week, is considering a run for Texas land commissioner, but hasn't ruled out other options in the 2014 election cycle, his campaign said Wednesday. Full Story
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George P. Bush Files Paperwork With Ethics Commission
George P. Bush filed paperwork with the Texas Ethics Commission on Wednesday, seemingly in preparation for a run for local or statewide office. Full Story
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George P. Bush Pushing GOP's Hispanic Outreach
George P. Bush, nephew and grandson of two former presidents, is stepping up his efforts to drive more Hispanics into the Texas Republican Party. Full Story
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