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02/18/2010

Editorial: Bleak transportation picture
Imagine the North Texas highway system 20 years from now if Austin fails to deliver more money to keep traffic congestion from getting worse. Here's a sample of what might be pulled off the drawing board.

Editorial: We recommend Garcia in commissioner primary
During an eight-year stint on the Dallas City Council, Elba Garcia proved to be an effective consensus builder who earned the respect of constituents and colleagues. After a tumultuous year, the Dallas County Commissioners Court could use her help.

Editorial: We recommend Sessions in Dist. 32 primary
We don't agree with him on everything, but U.S. Rep. Pete Sessions is the best candidate in the GOP primary for this Dallas district. And he is far more ready than challenger David Smith, who – get this – believes Washington should be more polarized.

02/17/2010

Editorial: Taxpayers deserve to know why UNT president quit
We still don't know exactly what led UNT President Gretchen Bataille to abruptly resign after a routine meeting with Chancellor Lee Jackson. We do know this: Texas taxpayers fund much of UNT's freight, and they deserve a clearer explanation.

Editorial: We recommend Jenkins for Dallas County judge
More than three years after ascending to Dallas County's top post, Jim Foster still seems to have a tenuous grasp on the intricacies of important issues. Fortunately, Democratic voters will find a strong alternative in Clay Jenkins

02/16/2010

Editorial: Before you vote, be sure you know all you can
As early voting ramps up this week leading to the March 2 Republican and Democratic primaries, we've learned a few things about Texas gubernatorial candidates Debra Medina and Farouk Shami. So all we ask is that you cast an informed vote.

Editorial: We recommend Burgess in 26th District
Michael Burgess has a GOP primary opponent for the first time since 2002. His current challenger, stay-at-home dad James Herford of Keller, fails to make a case for unseating the four-term 26th Congressional District incumbent.

Editorial: We recommend Hall in 4th Congressional District
The 4th Congressional District needs a new voice in Washington, but the five GOP challengers to incumbent Ralph Hall do not provide credible alternatives. So, despite substantial reservations, we recommend Hall in this GOP primary.

02/01/2010

Editorial: Our recommendations in 2010 primaries
With early voting starting Tuesday, here are the recommendations for the Republican and Democratic primaries we've published so far. Still to come are our picks in five more races, leading to Election Day on March 2.

02/12/2010

Editorial: Council should adopt compromise for taxing districts
When developers and landowners are entrusted with the power to assess taxes and charge fees, it becomes all the more essential that they abide by the ethics rules that are applicable. A city of Dallas compromise plan should ensure that.

Editorial: We recommend Simmons in Supreme Court race
Republicans fortunately have several exemplary candidates in this Texas Supreme Court primary. As voters can chose only one, Rebecca Simmons, a San Antonio appellate court justice, is our pick.

Editorial: We recommend Broden in GOP Dist. 30 primary
U.S. Rep. Eddie Bernice Johnson has held the District 30 seat for 17 years. The three candidates in the GOP primary say they're undaunted, and we believe Stephen Broden, 57, is the best choice for the district's Republican voters.

Editorial: We recommend Hutchison in GOP primary
Kay Bailey Hutchison's measured approach to governing would be a welcome change. She is better equipped to build the coalitions that will be needed to balance budgets, curb dropouts, tackle transportation issues and keep Texas on track.

Editorial: We recommend Bill White in Dem primary
Of Texas Democrats' seven choices, former Houston Mayor Bill White is clearly the strongest. He offers impressive experience and, combined with business-savvy policies, and could offer his party its best chance to win this race since Ann Richards.

Editorial: Dallas, where amazing happens
It's not easy to host a party for 100,000-plus guests without someone ending up with a warm beer and a cold dinner. Especially when the first arrivals are greeting by extremely un-Dallas-like February weather.

Editorial: Hits and Misses
Thoughtful commentary disguised as snap judgments on a good compromise on a nettlesome street-naming issue, some local pols finally seeing the light and a low blow from a top Obama adviser.