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How Does Rick Perry Get Away With It?new

Rick Perry. The name alone is enough to elicit chuckles. Big hat. Silly boots. Cowboy swagger. The Texas governor likes to hold stadium-sized prayer rallies in which he fills a fraction of the stadium and talks to God. Two years ago he held a rally to ask God for rain. Today, Texas still bakes in a historic drought, suggesting that if there is a God, he's got better things to do than listen to Perry.
Charleston City Paper  |  Will Moredock  |  08-24-2011  |  Commentary

Guns, Government and Elvis: as Texan as Chicken-Fried Steaknew

Among the groups who can bypass metal detectors at the Texas Capitol: legislators; state workers; and those who have concealed-carry licenses. No joke.
Fort Worth Weekly  |  Dave McNeely  |  07-14-2010  |  Commentary

Four More Years for Gov. Rick Perry?new

The soon-to-be longest-serving governor in Texas history says he wants to extend his run. If Perry wins again in two years, his administration will be on track to last 14 years -- longer than the lifespan of most dogs. Every dog has its day. Let's hope Perry has had his.
The Texas Observer  |  Editorial  |  05-07-2008  |  Commentary

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