Today, I want to talk about the Texas budget. I firmly believe that the proper way to govern is to combine three things into the decision making process: (1) Identify the true needs of the state (often the state’s Constitution identifies these needs); (2) Prioritize spending based on a “cost-benefit analysis; and (3) Legislators and [...]
Former Rep. Raul Torres releases plan for Texas
December 11, 2012 By
Ah, what could have been. If only the voters of South Texas had been willing to take a chance on former State Rep. Raul Torres in his bid for Senate. If only the “powers that be” in the Texas House had not redistricted him out of his seat. If only. Oh well, such is life. [...]
Texas State Rep. Raul Torres – A Mission to Cut Waste
July 13, 2011 By
I had the opportunity to sit down with freshman State Rep. Raul Torres (R-33) yesterday as he passed through Houston and talk about a variety of subjects. It was my first meeting with Rep. Torres and I came away impressed with his energy and positive message for Texas Republicans – both of those traits are [...]
