Maybe, but in our case, Phelan fits the definition. Ran as a Republican, worked hard to pass things that Republicans did not and do not want, but were very much on the Democrat wishlist. Also appointed Democrats to key positions (i.e. buying their votes for Speaker). Sadly, I believe he "represents" the Austin area so he has to be over-t…
Maybe, but in our case, Phelan fits the definition. Ran as a Republican, worked hard to pass things that Republicans did not and do not want, but were very much on the Democrat wishlist. Also appointed Democrats to key positions (i.e. buying their votes for Speaker). Sadly, I believe he "represents" the Austin area so he has to be over-the-top crazy to get voted out. I think he's got some good opposition in the primary, but we'll see what happens.
Maybe, but in our case, Phelan fits the definition. Ran as a Republican, worked hard to pass things that Republicans did not and do not want, but were very much on the Democrat wishlist. Also appointed Democrats to key positions (i.e. buying their votes for Speaker). Sadly, I believe he "represents" the Austin area so he has to be over-the-top crazy to get voted out. I think he's got some good opposition in the primary, but we'll see what happens.
Phelan in a runoff is a good sign they're waking up in Beaumont. Even if he wins, he'll be hard-pressed to get his mis-speakership back. Let's hope.
Mr Schott
I think I would be concerned about the California vote in Tejas....
Just looking at for a few states away.
Later Jay