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Role Models for Charity

Posted on May 15, 2013 by

The Astros have finally offered some insight into why they nixed the gala benefiting HAWC, and the whole Astros’ Wives organization, and it doesn’t sound very nice. From the Houston Chronicle: But as public opinion on social media was turning against … Continue reading →

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Something Fishy at Reef Restaurant in Houston

Posted on May 11, 2013 by

Update 5/14/13: I don’t have all of the details yet, and want to double-check before I spread news that isn’t mine to spread, but it sounds like the Reef and Planned Parenthood folks have come together to bridge the gap, … Continue reading →

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Why Being Pro-Choice Encompasses More Than Abortion

Posted on April 28, 2013 by

Fundamentally, being pro-choice is shorthand for saying that a woman—not her doctor, nor her priest, nor her state or federal legislator—is the person who should control her own body. Agency. Bodily integrity. The right to choose whether and when to … Continue reading →

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Apologies: You’re Doing It Wrong (Roots Bistro Edition)

Posted on April 14, 2013 by

Update: You can read my thoughts on Roots Bistro’s response to this whole situation. I hope you’ll also consider making a donation to the Houston Area Women’s Center in honor of Roots Bistro. It is a way for you to … Continue reading →

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Payday & Title Loan Regulation in Houston

Posted on February 1, 2013 by

Just got the following email from the city. I haven’t looked at the proposed ordinance, but I so abhor these businesses that I have to think that any attempt at regulation that at least starts a conversation is a good … Continue reading →

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