Houston Matters
Political Roundup: Mueller Agrees To Testify In Public, And The First 2020 Democratic Presidential Debate
Posted on · We break down the week’s biggest political stories with an eye for how they might affect Houston and Texas.
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Houston Matters
What Makes A Film A Christmas Movie?
Posted on · From Die Hard to The Shop Around the Corner, area movie critic Dustin Chase discusses what makes a Christmas movie...a Christmas movie.
Texas Elections 2018
Culberson And Fletcher Clash Over Harvey Relief, Healthcare in UH Debate
Posted on · Congressman John Culberson and Lizzie Pannill Fletcher are locked in a dead heat as the contest in Texas’ 7th Congressional District enters the homestretch.
Houston Matters
Houston Teacher Wins World Championship of Public Speaking
Posted on · We learn how Ramona Smith claimed the Toastmasters World Championship of Public Speaking title, and we get everyday pointers on how to improve your public speaking.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Effect of Kavanaugh Hearings on Sen. Cruz, and John Kerry (Sept. 28, 2018)
Posted on · On Friday's Houston Matters: We examine Sen. Cruz's position on Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh. Former Secretary of State John Kerry discusses his book, Every Day Is Extra. We break down The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly of the week's news. And Houston writer Christopher Flakus talks about Houston's Chicano literature scene.
Houston Matters
Full Show: We Preview Tonight’s Cruz– O’Rourke Debate, And The Good, Bad, & Ugly Of The Week’s News (Sept. 21, 2018)
Posted on · On Friday's Houston Matters: We preview tonight's Cruz, O'Rourke debate, what and how cybersecurity has evolved, and we turn to a rotating panel of “non-experts” to parse The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly of it all. Plus, The City Hall Farmers Market is back for the fall season.
Houston Matters
Full Show: Racism in Law Enforcement, And the Risks of Candidate Debates (Aug. 23, 2018)
Posted on · On Thursday's Houston Matters: Vice President visits NASA. A new survey says many Texans are still reeling from the aftermath of Harvey. Author Matthew Horace gives an account of the racism, crimes, and color lines that permeate America's law enforcement. We examine the risks and rewards of candidates participating in public debates. And we talk with the director and cast of the Houston production Talk Radio.
Texas Elections 2018
Valdez Commits To A Gubernatorial Debate With Abbott — But Not The One Abbott Has Agreed To
Posted on · Democratic gubernatorial candidate Lupe Valdez has agreed to debate Republican Gov. Greg Abbott on Oct. 8 in Houston. A week ago, Abbott committed to a different debate — on Sept. 28 in Austin.
Houston Matters
How Does Immigration Impact Houston’s Economy?
Posted on · New American Economy is a coalition of mayors and business leaders from all over the country. They just released data on Greater Houston from the 2016 census.
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Mexican Presidential Hopefuls Debate Relations With Trump And U.S.
Posted on · In the second of three debates ahead of July 1 elections, four candidates vying for the presidency talked about relations with Washington and how to deal with the U.S. president.
News
Lupe Valdez, Andrew White Clash Over Abortion, Immigration In Debate
Posted on · The two Democratic candidates for governor sounded out their differences — sometimes with rancor — at a church in Austin on Friday evening in their first and likely only debate before the May 22 runoff.
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Lupe Valdez Agrees To Debate Andrew White On May 11 In Austin
Posted on · Democratic gubernatorial candidate Lupe Valdez has agreed to debate her runoff opponent, Andrew White, on May 11 in Austin.
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UPDATE: Senate Rejects Trump Immigration Measure
Posted on · Trump on Wednesday urged lawmakers to oppose any plan that doesn't meet his more stringent demands
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Senate Leaders’ Budget Deal Faces Opposition In Both Parties
Posted on · The White House backed the deal — despite President Donald Trump's outburst a day earlier
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UPDATE: GOP Redrawing Bill To Reduce Size Of Tax Cuts
Posted on · A new congressional analysis says the Senate tax package would add $1 trillion to the budget deficit over the next decade