Throughout this political season, we’ve been subjected to politicians muddying the facts to get what they want — often without having to answer for it. Twenty years ago, philosopher Harry G. Frankfurt published the definitive book on the subject of B.S. But what exactly is that? And is it even more damaging than an outright lie? We talk with an expert on B.S. who says it’s time we learned to recognize it — and stop putting up with it.
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Texas' high court judges make rulings that change state law, shape crucial daily legal processes like child custody and, in the case of the Court of Criminal Appeals, decide matters of life and death. -
Republican U.S. Senate candidate Ken Paxton has canceled his planned Nov. 2 campaign stop at the Alamo, whose rules prohibit political gatherings on its grounds. His campaign has instead scheduled stops in Conroe and Allen. -
A federal judge has dismissed a highly unusual lawsuit by the Trump administration that tried to block the certification of results from Alaska's U.S. Senate race if the Republican incumbent lost. -
Bexar County voters have already cast more than half of a million ballots in the Nov. 3 election — breaking a local record for most early votes in a midterm election. -
Both Gov. Greg Abbott and his opponent Gina Hinojosa are pushing hard in Bexar County days before the Nov. 3 election will decide who wins the governor's seat. -
On the eve of what may prove to be a tough election for the GOP, young conservatives vying to be part of the first class of Gen Z Republicans in Congress want a role shaping the party's next chapter. -
This week on Texas Matters: Democratic candidate for governor, Gina Hinojosa, makes her closing pitch to voters. And in the last days before election day — it's prime time for campaign text messaging. -
The $650 million package approved by council includes $442 million for infrastructure needs across the city and $208 million for a stormwater drainage bond. -
San Antonio’s legislative agenda seeks to protect city-owned utilities and secure state support for development and infrastructure projects. -
Ken Paxton built a loyal conservative following long before Donald Trump entered politics. That support has helped him survive scandals, criminal charges and impeachment. Now he's counting on it to help him win a competitive U.S. Senate race.
