The Law West of the Pecos

PROSECUTORIAL MISCONDUCT

This court will come to order. There is an old activist movie called “Billy Jack” that is remembered for only one line in it. “When policemen break the law, there is no law.”

Well, today I want to talk to you about a more serious offense and a more serious issue called Prosecutorial Misconduct.  Read more »

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Adela Garza Discusses Border Security and South Texas' Changing Political Scene

The South Texas Politics series continues with another interview with Adela Garza, candidate for the newly formed Congressional District 34. In a prior interview with Garza and State Rep. Jose Aliseda, we discussed the issues and constituent makeup of CD-34. Today, we will drill down a little deeper with Garza on a few specific issues:  Border Security, Life along the Border, Better Representation for the Entire District and Early Voting.  Read more »

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ObamaCare Failures a Lesson in Government Waste

The National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) is a political committee devoted to maintaining and increasing the 239-member Republican majority in the U.S. House of Representatives.

The Democrats’ government takeover of healthcare is turning out to be full of surprises—and not in a good way. A new study predicts ObamaCare may gamble away $20 billion a year on so-called healthcare “incentives” that are likely to fail:  Read more »

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Attorney General Greg Abbott Endorses Rep. John V. Garza

Helotes, TX- Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott endorsed State Representative John V. Garza at a grassroots event today, Tuesday, May 15 at El Chaparral Restaurant in Helotes. All members of the community were invited to attend to meet Gen. Abbott and Rep. Garza.

"John Garza is a proven leader," Gen. Abbott said. "He is at the forefront of the fight to create new jobs, promote economic development and to improve   Read more »

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Why Adela Garza is the Right Candidate to Represent Texas Congressional District 34

Adela Garza is a longtime resident of the Rio Grande Valley and a true servant to her community.

Having served on various school and community boards on a volunteer basis, it is clear she understands the uniqueness of the South Texas culture and has the experience and knowledge to represent our district in Washington. As a small business owner, she knows how to balance a budget and make tough cuts to spending.  Read more »

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A Message from Congressman John Culberson

Politics can be dirty. Mistakes are made from time to time. Sometimes the mistakes are accidental. Sometimes they are not. In this case, a mistake was made in a mailing piece by Congressional Candidate Bill Tofte, running for CD 7 against an outstanding Conservative Congressman John Culberson.  Read more »

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Tom Woods Interview with Carol Paul

Listen to my interview below with Carol Paul, Ron Paul's wife of 55 years, on the Peter Schiff Show.

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Texas Patriots PAC Win Big in Township Elections

Texas Patriots PAC - The Texas Patriots PAC extends our heartiest congratulations to new Board members Gordy Bunch - Position 1, Mike Bass – Position 2, and Jeff Long – Position 3 !

These election results send a clear message that residents support real change on The Woodlands Township Board of Directors.  Read more »

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AOL/Huffington Post Making Race Baiting Calls about Jasper, TX Police Chief Rodney Pearson

After the article I wrote last week about racism in Jasper, TX, I have received calls from residents of Jasper who say that AOL/Huffington Post called them regarding allegations that the Police Chief, Rodney Pearson, was being discriminated against because he is black. Talk about Race Baiting! The media does not care about the several white people who have filed lawsuits because they were discriminated against by the Police Chief and the City. They don't care about that.  Read more »

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Poe co-sponsors US-Israel Enhanced Security Cooperation Act

I issued the following statement on H.R. 4133, the United States-Israel Enhances Security Cooperation Act of 2012. This legislation passed the House with a bipartisan vote of 411-2. I was a cosponsor of the bill.

The United States has no greater ally in the Middle East than the nation of Israel. Israel's interests are America's interests. America’s support for Israel cannot waiver, it cannot wane, and we cannot grow weary in proclaiming the absolute right of Israel to   Read more »

  • By Ted Poe at May 14, 2012 9:58 PM
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