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The Houston Chronicle documented a bunch of reactions to that NYTimes piece about Mayor Whitmire. submitted by /u/evan7257 [link] [comments]

A longtime Houston democratic activist has been involved in protests outside John Cornyn's office for more than eight years. He has an op-ed in the Houston Chronicle saying he's used to getting boo's — but now he's seeing counter…

A longtime Houston democratic activist has been involved in protests outside John Cornyn's office for more than eight years. He has an op-ed in the Houston Chronicle saying he's used to getting boo's — but now he's seeing counter…

Letters to the editor published in the Houston Chronicle call out the mayor for adding tons of new spending but no way to pay for it. submitted by /u/evan7257 [link] [comments]

The Houston Chronicle editorial board calls on voters to replace partisan extremists with boring, normal candidates in the race for the Cy Fair ISD board. Here's a key quote: By 2021, the tide had shifted. Backed by far-right megadonor Steve…

The Houston Chronicle editorial board calls out the mayor for continuing to kick the can on city finances despite his past claims of a balanced budget. Here's a key quote: Whitmire has asked us, repeatedly, to trust him. Trust that his 50 ye…

The Houston Chronicle editorial board endorses Maria Benzon, Michael McDonough and Bridget Wade as HISD trustees who can help guide a transition back to local control. Here's a key paragraph: Many parents have been frustrated with the state …

The Houston Chronicle editorial board calls out Mayor Whitmire for his silence as Abbott and Trump work to remove the city's Pride rainbow crosswalk in Montrose. Here's a key quote: Anyone hoping to see Mayor Whitmire stand up to Trump a…

The Houston Chronicle editorial board endorses Christian Menefee in the race for the 18th Congressional District, which was held by Shelia Jackson Lee and Sylvester Turner. Here's their breakdown of the top candidates. Christian Menefee ★★★…

The Houston Chronicle editorial board endorses Jordan Thomas for the open At Large 4 seat on City Council. Here's a key quote: Meeting with the editorial board, Thomas said he wants to be the “tip of the spear” — someone who can give voice t…