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Political Roundup: Turner’s Budget, The Iran Deal, And Giuliani’s Media Blitz

Abner Fletcher

Posted on May 9, 2018 · The Houston Matters political experts discuss the latest national, state, and local political stories with an eye for how they might affect Houston and Texas.

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Reflecting On Barbara Bush’s Contributions To The Political Landscape

Abner Fletcher

Posted on April 18, 2018 · Houston Matters' political experts look back on Barbara Bush's contributions to politics.

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