Government and Politics
TEXAS OBSERVER: The Party Pariah
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Over the course of his nearly 35 years as a politician, Henry Cuellar has managed to piss off just about every part of the Democratic coalition.
Government and Politics
THE INTERCEPT: Emails show Rep. Henry Cuellar provided extensive favors to border security lobbyists
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Rep. Henry Cuellar, a conservative Texas Democrat, has used his perch in Congress to push for funds for private prisons, drone surveillance, and increased border security enforcement.
Government and Politics
Dist. 80 State Rep. Tracy O. King continues to uphold mission of leadership and service
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Agenda for next Legislative session: create more jobs, improve health care and public education, additional benefits for veterans
Government and Politics
MARCH 3 PRIMARY: Patricia Barrera in the run for former position as Webb County Tax Assessor – Collector
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Looks forward to restoring expediency, courtesy, and accountability
Government and Politics
Retired firefighter, paramedic Juan Paz in the run for JP Pct. 1, Place 1
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“This is the people’s court, and I want to serve”
Government and Politics
ELECTIONS 2020: Maria Elena Morales launches campaign for Justice of the Peace Pct. 1, Place 1
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Cites 3,000 case backlog as focus
Government and Politics
The Consequence of Trump’s New Family Detention Rules
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The Trump administration announced a new rule allowing for indefinite detention of migrant families. Game theory suggests it won’t end well.
Government and Politics
BTA urges U.S. and Mexico to continue dialogue to avert new tariffs
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Tariffs will increase costs for U.S. manufacturers and higher prices for U.S. consumers
Government and Politics
C.Y. Benavides’ deposition regarding landfill evidences ties to coal ash polluter Green Group
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Laredo could follow lead of Hempstead, which defeated proposed landfill