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On the Agenda: Anti-Perry ads may have more impact down ballot

COMMENTARY: In only a few weeks, political advertising will begin bombarding the airwaves. One group has already weighed in with ads critical of Governor Rick Perry. News 8's Harvey Kronberg looks at the ads and suggests you might be surprised who they could help.

08/16/2010 11:04 AM

On the Agenda: New legislation lacks teeth needed to create change

COMMENTARY: A war of words erupted last week between Congressman Lloyd Dogget and the state's Republican elected officials. At stake is $830 million in a tough budget year. News 8’s Harvey Kronberg explains why there may be less here than meets the eye.

08/09/2010 10:54 AM

On the Agenda: Journalism takes a positive turn

COMMENTARY: It's no secret that it has been a tough few years for newspapers and journalism in general. However, there have been some bright spots. News 8's Harvey Kronberg contrasts two recent headline stories and finds reason for optimism.

08/02/2010 12:19 PM

On the Agenda: New TV ad attacks Perry

COMMENTARY: The election is still more than three months away, but the TV political commercials have already begun. News 8's Harvey Kronberg looks at how a new Democratic PAC is trying to impact the election for Texas governor.

07/26/2010 10:15 AM

Political commentator Harvey Kronberg shares his thoughts on politics in Texas each Monday during On the Agenda. Kronberg is the writer, editor, publisher of the Quorum Report, Texas' oldest political newsletter.