Daily Archives: 06/08/2009

(Community Matters) Anthony Woods is black, young, a West Point grad, a Bronze Star decorated Iraq veteran, Harvard Kennedy School grad, gay and running for Congress.

(Community Matters) One can only wonder how judiciously our Texas elected judges will follow today’s US Supreme Court instructions

The Supreme Court ruled Monday that elected judges must step aside from cases when large campaign contributions from interested parties create the appearance of bias.

(Community Matters) Federal stimulus monies for weatherizing, boosting energy efficiencies – article in today’s NYTimes.

I had no idea heating was so much more expensive than cooling. I suppose they have good, defendable studies, though the conclusion surprises me.

Anyhow, since the money is there, wondering about availability of stimulus funds locally to supplement our low income, elderly housing renovation program monies.

(Community Matters) I especially like this morning’s NYT article about White House economic deliberations. I’m wondering if Volcker and Buffett aren’t still weighing in directly with the President and sure hope they are.

(Community Matters) In addition to the contradiction from their publicist, further evidence the Austonian isn’t stopping as a shell. Recieved the invite to 2009 Ballet Austin Fete. After a performance, guests will enjoy “Cabaret and Moulin Rouge” on the 10th and 28th floors of the Austonian. Becky Beaver chairing this year’s event. You can bet supporters already lining up to sponsor and select their choice of views.