I really do believe that the way people react to news stories can be best explained by the way they behaved in high school.
Ron Paul For President, Again AUDIO
Texas Congressman and libertarian firebrand Ron Paul is once again in the race for the presidency. He’s officially announced his candidacy today.
Governor Perry: Give Officers Ability to Ask Immigration Status AUDIO & VIDEO
In a brief interview today, Governor Perry told Mitch Carr and me on KRLD that what he wants is something between “sanctuary cities” and what Arizona is trying to do, which is force officers to ask about immigration status.
Fierce Immigration Debate Among Conservatives AUDIO
As President Obama traveled to Texas today to renew his push for immigration reform, some conservatives here disagreed strongly (with each other) on the issue.
Senator: Restricting Abortion “Has to be Personal.” AUDIO
Some of the toughest restrictions on abortions are contained in a so-called “sonogram bill” that’s now on the desk of Governor Perry for his signature.
Pakistan’s Army of Lobbyists AUDIO
It might surprise you to know that other nations have teams of lobbyists trying to persuade your representative in Congress to look out for their interests. Part of the fallout from Osama bin Laden’s assassination in Pakistan is that nation is trying to make sure it doesn’t lose aid from the United States.
“Poison Pill” or “In the Crosshairs,” Planned Parenthood is Under Assault in Texas AUDIO
If you Google “Planned Parenthood” and “Texas” right now, some of the first results might suggest the organization that provides health services to thousands of women all across the state is in some serious trouble.
Obama’s New Push on Immigration AUDIO
Aside from ordering the assassination of the world’s most wanted terrorist, President Obama is pushing other big fish toward frying pans. Bill Maher called him a “multitasking ninja,” but I’d prefer to think of the president in a kitchen where he’s the head chef ordering subordinate chefs around.
Dallas Mayoral Debate: “What to do about Education?” VIDEO
My contribution to the Dallas mayoral debate tonight on TXA 21 was to challenge the candidates to be “visionary” when it comes to the issue of education.
Tax Day Debate AUDIO
Ok, technically this year you can wait until Monday, the 18th to file your taxes. But, I figured since April 15th is traditional Tax Day, we should debate President Obama’s proposal for taxing the wealthy at a higher rate.
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Scott Braddock is a journalist and political analyst based in Austin.
