Politics

How Much Scrutiny Is Fair When Seeking To Be Tax Exempt?

David Martin Davies — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:56:19 +0000

A fact that is being overlooked as the IRS scandal plays out is that both conservative and progressive groups were required to answer additional questions. Two Texas groups talk about the extra questionnaire and why they feel they deserve to be tax free. Also on this show: In the last two years, 60 women's health clinics were forced to close, so why did the state have $2.3 million in unspent federal funds, which was available to keep clinics running?

With Only 7 Percent Voter Turnout In May Election, City Policies Roll On

Ryan Loyd — Tue, 14 May 2013 19:36:43 +0000

Voters cast their ballots over the weekend and now that the city elections are over - except for two June runoffs in Districts 5 and 8 - the direction of policies in San Antonio will largely continue uninterrupted.

This is mostly to do with the fact that voters chose candidates like Mayor Julián Castro, District 1 Councilman Diego Bernal and District 4 Councilman Rey Saldaña, who all support progressive issues.

Legislature Passes Strict Political Nonprofit Contribution Transparency Bill

Ryan Poppe — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:03:41 +0000

From now on political nonprofit groups will have to post any contributions being received from lawmakers or money going towards political campaigns thanks to a bill passed in the Texas Senate and now House.

The Source: Low Information Voters And The Ravenous Brain

Paul Flahive — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:27:11 +0000

In the first segment:

The low-information voter: The often-complained-about citizen who knows when voting day is, but not enough to make a sound decision on the issues, or candidates.

At least that is what the people who lose think.

This term is often thrown around when "people vote against their interest" or "the media frames an issue in a way to mislead."

Jeb Bush & Hillary Clinton Appear In Dallas Before Bush Center Dedication

Bill Zeeble — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:30:44 +0000

Two potential presidential candidates are in Dallas today. Former Florida Governor Jeb Bush will talk about immigration to one organization. Then in the evening, past Secretary of State Hillary Clinton will address a group of apartment executives.

Former Chan Staffer Salinas Challenging Her For District 9 Seat

Ryan Loyd — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:38:01 +0000

San Antonio's District 9, which covers the city's North and Far North sides, has two candidates for city council. One of them is the incumbent for the seat, Elisa Chan, and the other is Chan’s former campaign worker and chief of constituency, Jason Salinas.

Chan would like to see a third term, but Salinas said he wanted to give voters an option, so he signed up for the race on the day of the deadline.

"Democracy works best when voters are given legitimate choices, and when citizens are heard and are properly represented," Salinas said.

Taylor And Challengers Express Desire To Solve Problems For East Side

Ryan Loyd — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 21:42:00 +0000

San Antonio’s East Side has long been in the spotlight for gun violence and concerns over safety. In late 2011, a series of shootings sparked community meetings, and in response District 2 Councilwoman Ivy Taylor dedicated time for community forums.

Residents like Jessica Evans called for increased police presence.

LGBT Group Endorses Candidates For City Election, Castro May Get Another Chance

Ryan Loyd — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:39:13 +0000

The Stonewall Democrats of San Antonio are the only Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender organization of their kind in Bexar County to screen and endorse candidates for public office.

For endorsement consideration, candidates must fill out a questionnaire on issues like non-discrimination and during its recent review of candidates for the San Antonio City Council, 22 of the 39 candidates completed their questionnaires.

Agenda Texas: Freshman Rep. Donna Campbell Reflects On The Session So Far

Ben Philpott, KUT News — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:40:16 +0000

Have you ever watched a debate at the Texas Capitol? It’s not always the easiest thing to follow.

Battleground Boerne: Democrats Enlist Castro To Help Break Republican Stronghold

Eileen Pace — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 14:21:16 +0000

State Democrats are on the move to Turn Texas Blue, a campaign to turn around the last three decades of Republican domination.

The effort went local last week when Kendall County Democrats asked for input from Congressman Joaquín Castro.