Big Jolly Politics

politics in Harris County and Texas

Rep. Jim Murphy supports HISD Proposition 1

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On May 6, Houston Independent School District (HISD) voters get a do-over, with the chance to keep $8 billion in commercial property on the tax rolls, for the benefit of HISD schools and HISD schoolchildren, by voting for Proposition One. How did … [Read more]

Houston Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund

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Update to My Fellow Firefighters on Pension “Reform” Developments [HFRRF] by David Keller There’s been so much going on in Austin that it is hard for me to find a starting place. So let me start with you and I’ll ramble on from there. I … [Read more]

Health Care Act Lacks Vetting, Leadership

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by Priscilla Jones Texas has no shortage of prominent GOP leaders – both here in The Republic and in the swamp in Washington. Some (like Sen. Ted Cruz) are practically household names and have a large national presence. Others are similarly … [Read more]

Papa Johns Pizza

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This Monday, April 10, ALL proceeds from Papa John's in the Greater Houston (including Montgomery County) Area will go to the family of Chief Greenwood. Make sure to send us your photos and #hashtag #ChiefGreenwood #papajohns #backtheblue … [Read more]