Christopher Hooks
Christopher Hooks joined the Observer in 2014. Previously, he was a freelance journalist in Austin, where he grew up. His work has appeared in Politico Magazine, Slate, and Texas Monthly, among others. He graduated from The New School in 2012 with a bachelor's degree in history.
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WTF Friday: Typical Wackos
This week in WTF Friday: A Greg Abbott supporter worries about cannibal pedophiles. Another Abbott supporter asks a reporter not to breath. Plus: the Homosexual Agenda. Full Story -
Video: Comptroller Nominee Mike Collier Makes a Pitch for Competency
At the comptroller's debate with Glenn Hegar, Mike Collier gave a strong showing as one of the punchiest members of the Democrats’ good-government ticket. Full Story -
Wendy Davis Hits Abbott at UT, Says Turnout Works in Her Favor
At the University of Texas at Austin today, Wendy Davis continued to attack Greg Abbott and said the state's low turnout was helping her more than Abbott. Full Story -
In the Valley, Van de Putte Blasts Patrick, Urges Students to Vote
In Edinburg on Thursday, Leticia Van de Putte had pointed language for Dan Patrick as she urged students to vote. Full Story -
Greg Abbott: Dildos? Against ’em. Interracial Marriage? No Comment.
Asked about interracial marriage, Greg Abbott couldn't think of an answer. That's odd, because he normally doesn't shy from forceful arguments. Full Story
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On the Bus with Leticia Van de Putte
Leticia Van de Putte, the Democratic candidate for lieutenant governor, is campaigning like hell—how far will it get her? Chris Hooks got on the campaign bus for a few days to find out. Full Story -
GOP’s Reign in Texas Was Inevitable, According to Wayne Thorburn’s Red State
Anyone hoping for Lee Atwater-style revelations about the inner workings of a party’s ascendance will be disappointed in Red State. Full Story -
Can Battleground Texas Save Wendy Davis’ Senate Seat?
Battleground has had a challenging first year and a half and its future is uncertain. But in 12 legislative races, including Wendy Davis' Fort Worth district, the group hopes to stake a claim to a future in Texas. Full Story -
The New Prosperity Gospel
Americans For Prosperity wants to push America's cacophonous conservative grassroots more firmly toward free-market advocacy—in Dallas, we saw how. Full Story -
Rick Perry Indicted on Two Counts
Rick Perry's the longest-serving governor in Texas history, and he's had free rein to control the state for a long, long time. It's wholly remarkable to think that his tenure as governor could be consumed by this cloud. Full Story
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