Both “progressives” and conservatives speak about the freedom to choose. Yet, they do so very selectively. They adamantly support an
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Conceding Principles
The mission of the Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) is to be the voice of Texas agriculture. As such, it frequently
Ignoble Means, Ignoble Ends
Last week, the United States House of Representatives passed legislation that will prohibit the federal Bureau of Land Management from
Eminent Domain Reform vs. the “Public Interest”
While eminent domain reform is a priority for many legislators and interest groups, meaningful reform is not likely to occur
The “Other Guy”
Texans are quick to defend their own property rights, but they are often willing to turn a blind eye when
Hypocrisy Times Two
A recent editorial in the Austin American-Statesman called for legislators to enact “common-sense” reforms of the state’s civil asset forfeiture
Government vs. Government
The upcoming legislative Texas legislative session promises to include another battle between the state and local governments. Lawmakers have already
Principles vs. the Mob
In September, the Austin American-Statesman published a three-part series on the growing conflict between the owners of some short-term rentals