Tag Archives: Texas

A Crying Shame — Sharpstown II

Posted on December 20, 2024 by nowandthenadays

Few scandals in Texas history have caused as much political damage to so many as the one we call Sharpstown.  Although it ignited fifty-three years ago, in January 1971, Sharpstown has had a lasting impact on this state.  It ruined … Continue reading →

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Various Shades of Confederate Grey

Posted on July 31, 2015 by nowandthenadays

Aroused by the shootings in South Carolina and the Confederate Flag controversy, Austinites are among many Southerners who are debating whether to purge its city of statues of Confederate leaders, along with considering name changes for the buildings and schools … Continue reading →

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The Children, the President, and the Lady

Posted on July 26, 2014 by nowandthenadays

Recently, the right-wing media and their favorite politicians lambasted President Obama for not taking a quick field trip to the Texas/Mexico border. They were suggesting that as long as he was in Austin, he was already “in the neighborhood,” and … Continue reading →

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