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Move.On.org states, "there are some important things you won't learn about [John McCain] from the TV networks. His carefully crafted positive image relies on people not knowing this stuff—and you might be surprised by some of it." Check out their sources listed below.

While there were some unfortunate process delays in the SD 17 Convention due to some early floor challenges, SD 17 proceeded through the Convention agenda with no additional complications, unlike what we have heard about other Conventions around our region that lasted as late as 2:00 AM! The intent of the leadership team was to be open, fair, and inclusive while balancing the need to accomplish the aim of the convention, which was to elect our Delegates and Alternates to go to the State Convention.

We would like to assemble a basket of good election year books for our silent auction. You can help by purchasing and donating a book such as Hillary's Living History, Obama's Audacity of Hope or any other titles that you might recommend to readers. Please email Geri Wells at gjwells@windstream.net to let me know if you will be donating a book.

Reflections on Presidential Leadership

I have never been so conflicted about my choice of candidates in all the years I have been voting in presidential elections…and that's been a long time! It seems most people I talk to are also taking a little more time to choose. If you consider how many people in Iowa and New Hampshire waited until the last minute to make up their minds, it seems clear that the choice is simply a difficult one.

I've been reflecting about why that is and figured I'd share with you some of my thoughts on the matter.

You know you have become jaded when despicable political acts are no longer cause for surprise. I may not be surprised, but I feel compelled, even though a week has passed, to hold Texas Senator John Cornyn accountable for his despicable act. 

This editorial utilizes the facts about Amendment 7 and 12 to draw an opinion regarding their potential impact on the Grand Parkway Segment C development in Fort Bend. 

Beware! A sizable group of citizens in Fort Bend County were recently awakened from their slumber by what felt like a bolt of lightening. Once they opened their eyes, they were shocked at what they saw. They're now setting off alarms around the clock to wake up their neighbors and expressing their collective outrage with a thunderous roar! 

Since 2006, METRO has been working with the community to determine the best alignment for the University light rail line which stirred much controversy concerning the segment along the Richmond Corridor. Today the decision was made!

Citizens' Vision for Houston's Future

Just as many states began taking matters into their own hands as the federal government became less dependable for infrastructure development, border control, emergency management etc., so are Texas cities assuring their own self-determination. It seems they are echoing a common refrain: Carpe Diem! (Seize the Day!).

In order to compete for limited resources and talent today and assure they do not become the ghost towns of tomorrow, cities are planning their futures and getting about the task of executing those plans.