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Happy Independence Day!

Submitted by laura on Fri, 07/04/2008 - 04:41.

Everyone have a safe and happy holiday!

Defending the American Dream Summit in Texas

Submitted by laura on Sun, 06/29/2008 - 21:06.

Americans for Prosperity is hosting their Defending the American Dream Summit--Texas Style and they've got an impressive list of speakers including:

Michael Steele,
Former Maryland Lt. Governor

Michelle Malkin ,
Author and Blogger

Robert Novak,
Syndicated Columnist

The Hon. Barry Goldwater, Jr.
Former Congressman
and Free Market Activist

DC Gun Ban Lifted!

Submitted by laura on Thu, 06/26/2008 - 08:06.

Another victory for liberty.

House Hearing on Tax Relief and Appraisals

Submitted by laura on Tue, 06/24/2008 - 19:38.

I attended this hearing today at the McAllen Convention Center which featured State Representatives John Otto, Kino Flores, Dan Gattis, Larry Taylor and many others.

In the audience was HD41 Candidate for State Representative Javier Villalobos.

The testimony was heated!  Taxpayers are concerned, and rightfully so, about being taxed out of the American Dream.

Highlights:

What Does Your Tuition Pay For: UTSA Edition

Submitted by laura on Wed, 06/18/2008 - 17:15.

I take a lot of time to find out exactly where my excessive tuition and fees is being spent and have found some pretty absurd things...but this one takes the cake.

Dallas Blog Reports:

YCT Alum Congressman Jeb Hensarling on Hannity & Colmes RIGHT NOW

Submitted by laura on Tue, 06/17/2008 - 19:40.

He's discussing the Dodd/Conrad Mortgage Deal.  Senators Conrad and Dodd are currently linked into special mortgage deals right now.

YCT Alum Brendan Steinhauser linked me to this:

All we hear these days is whining from reckless home borrowers and their banks.

But did you know that renters are 32 percent of American households? And that homes in foreclosure are less than 2 percent?

RPT Wrap Up

Submitted by laura on Tue, 06/17/2008 - 14:40.

 Thanks to all the YCT-ers, friends, alumni and RPT go-ers who helped make this weekend a success.  I am pleased to report that there was MAJOR enthusiasm for the group!

We'll keep you informed on what's up next!  Stay tuned for more pictures, too.

RPT Day 3....In pictures!

Submitted by laura on Sat, 06/14/2008 - 12:29.

Photo post!

 

SFA Chapter Chair Luke Bullock with Railroad Commission Chairman Michael Williams

Director of Public Relations Laura Elizabeth Morales interviewing Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst at the www.rightonline.com booth.

State Chairman David White and Director of Public Relations Laura Elizabeth Morales with Gov. Rick Perry.

Live with Railroad Commission Chairman Michael Williams

Submitted by laura on Fri, 06/13/2008 - 13:13.

You'll recall his great speech at the YCT State Convention that motivated us activists, alumni and friends to continue fighting for conservatism.

His topic of conversation today is energy and it's a big one here at RPT.

Railroad Commission Chairman Michael Williams is chatting with us about electricity and transportation.  He says we have to move to the utilization of clean coal for power.  We also have to expand the utilization of nuclear power for energy.

Senator Cornyn's Reaction to Yesterday's Supreme Court Ruling on Detainees

Submitted by laura on Fri, 06/13/2008 - 12:45.

The Supreme Court ruled yesterday that:

"...prisoners at the Guantanamo military base have a right to challenge their detention in US civilian courts, dealing a stiff rebuke to the Bush administration."

-AFP