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Cornyn and Paxton Lead a Decadent GOP Empire into Ruinous Runoffs

As Texas’ senior U.S. Senator said, Judgment Day is coming. But first, nearly 90 days of bloodsport.

by Justin Miller

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by Connor Brown

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UPDATED: Bill by Sen. Don Huffines Would Undo Local LGBT Protections

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Bills, Frivolous and Foreboding, Appear in Run-up to 84th

by Christopher Hooks

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by Forrest Wilder

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The Prodigal Paul Returns (To Texas)

Texas will be playing a critical role in the 2016 Republican Primary—and Rand Paul is laying his groundwork.

by Christopher Hooks

Mar 07, 2014

‘Outsider’ Don Huffines Puts Out His Hat for Lobby Money

by Christopher Hooks

Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst reads a scripted speech welcoming the public to the gallery and asking them to follow Senate decorum. Feb 28, 2014

Texas Senate Tilts Rightward, 2014 Edition

by Christopher Hooks and Forrest Wilder

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