This past weekend, over a thousand protesters demonstrated near the Texas governor’s mansion demanding that the execution of Rodney Read be stopped and that Reed be freed. The large turnout should come as no surprise since Austin, the Berkeley of … [Read more]
It’s Okay to Say Retarded
Regular readers know that my better half and I were blessed with a special needs child two years ago. Developmentally he is greater than one year delayed despite significant Early Childhood Intervention and private physical, occupational, and speech … [Read more]
The wild world of developers and MUD’s
Each election I'm fascinated by the amount of bond debt created across Harris County and Texas by land developers using municipal utility districts and that a single voter can approve the debt. According to a 2015 study by Rice's Kinder Institute, … [Read more]
Houston voters, are you paying attention?
Your anonymous Houston Fire Department Captain is back with another piece on Houston Mayor Turner. For the last 15 years of my career I have often found myself to be in the position of a person's last chance. Hopefully a glimmer of hope. From … [Read more]
Reflections From Rostock
I returned after a 10-day stay in Rostock, Germany just in time to watch the unfortunate last three innings in game seven of the baseball world series. Rostock is a beautiful city, as are the nearby villages and towns. Rostock, a Baltic Sea port … [Read more]
Harris County DA Kim Ogg announces re-election team
From the InBox: Tomorrow is a special day, Election Day, and your vote is needed to help decide your local elections. Thanks to County Clerk Dr. Diane Trautman, you can Vote Your Way at any county voting facility. Click here to find your nearest … [Read more]
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