Issues

It didn’t take long, but the attacks in the GOP Governor’s race have begun. Texas is facing many challenges this legislative session, and for conservatives, these distractions are unfortunate.

Peaceful transfer of power on schedule is too rare in our modern world. It was nice to see the huge enthusiastic turnout in D.C., but now it’s time to get to work.

The reign of Speaker Craddick ended in Austin last week with a whimper. Clearly in trouble since the GOP margin in the Texas House has declined since 2002 to 76-74 in 2009, it was clear it would be very hard to stay.

Assuming all the candidates for the U.S. Senate stay in the race, the Democratic choice for Governor is limited.

The runoff in SD17 between Judge Joan Huffman (R) and former Congressman Chris Bell (D) is now set for December 16, 2008.

Our statewide’s were re-elected on what was otherwise a dismal night for Texas Republicans. Good news is we also picked up one congressional seat.

Despite media pronouncements, polls, etc. this election has not been decided. While it is true that by party affiliation, the Democrats are outvoting Republicans in Harris County after the first week of early voting, the other side believes it can discourage you from voting.

The November 2008 election has an extremely long ballot in Harris County. TCR endorses in every major race and spotlights the most important races on the ballot.

The major media is trying to get you to give up and let the left have a massive election victory.

TCR Note: Neland Nobel is an experienced economic observer who is worth reading when you’re trying to figure out what is happening. He knows what he is talking about, see below.