Texas History Minute: The Texan who tried to prevent Pearl Harbor attack
By Ken Bridges, Texas History Minute
The Japanese sneak attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941 has been studied at length by military minds and academics for decades. The...
Texas History Minute: The deadly life of John Wesley Hardin
By Ken Bridges, Texas History Minute
The violence of the western frontier has alternately fascinated and repelled readers for generations. Gunfights between the law, outlaws,...
Nichols: Vote ‘yes’ on Proposition 4 for a smart investment in Texas’ future
By State Senator Robert Nichols, Texas Senate District 3
Texans pride themselves on building — building businesses, communities, and opportunity. But none of that works...
My 5 Cents: Second special session ends with 20 bills passed
By Texas Senator Robert Nichols, Texas Senate District 3
On Oct. 2, 1835, fighting began between Mexican soldiers and the Texas militia at Gonzales, officially...
Texas History Minute: Patman championed veterans, small businesses, and working families
By Ken Bridges, Texas History Minute
American History is filled with stories of men and women who stepped in at the right time. U. S. Rep....