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Lt. Governor Dewhurst Continues to Lend a Hand to the Republican Party of Texas

Jul 27, 2010

Lt. Governor Dewhurst continues to lend a hand to the Republican Party of Texas and also remains a driving force behind the GOP’s outreach efforts across the Lone Star State.  “I’m pleased to help Chairman Munisteri and the Texas GOP with their outreach efforts promoting freedom, prosperity and opportunity for all Texans,” said Dewhurst. 

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Obama’s offshore drilling moratorium will kill Texas jobs, wages and tax revenues

Jul 20, 2010

A recent study by economist Dr. Joseph R. Mason estimates that the Obama Administration’s offshore drilling moratorium will cost Texas 2,492 jobs, millions in wages and $22.8 million in lost tax revenues over six months.  Read more by clicking here.

CNBC: Texas Is No. 1 for Business

Jul 14, 2010

The Lone Star State is alone at the top again.
 
For the second time in three years, Texas edged out Virginia for the No. 1 spot in CNBC's exclusive study America's Top States for Business.
 
This time, the score wasn't as close as it was in 2008; Texas managed a total score of 1508, out of a possible 2439, vs. Virginia's 1477.
 
Texas moved up in three of the ten categories, while finishing first in two of them, including an impressive 270 out of 314 possible points in the Economy one.
 
The state also captured the No. 1 spot in Transportation & Infrastructure.
 
Texas made the top ten in three other categories: Technology & Innovation (4), Access to Capital (7) and Cost of Living (8). The five top-ten showings matched last year's total.
 
Education (30) and Cost of Doing Business (30) remained weak spots.
 
Texas' total score was 30 more than a year ago, when it finished second to Virginia. The state also took the No. 2 spot in 2007.
 
Read the full story here:  http://www.cnbc.com/id/38107682/

Texas Risk Mitigation Forum

Jun 30, 2010

Lt. Governor David Dewhurst addressed the Texas Risk Mitigation Forum Tuesday and urged all Texans to make preparations for the 2010 Atlantic hurricane season which began June 1. The season's first major named storm, Tropical Storm Alex, is projected to become a hurricane and potentially impact communities in coastal and south Texas. Heavy rains, high winds and possible flooding could result along the Texas coast and inland.

"First and foremost, all Texans in Alex's projected path should listen closely to their local leaders and heed any warnings. Waiting until the storm hits is too late," said Lt. Governor Dewhurst. "State emergency management officials are watching the situation closely and are already making preparations for possible landfall, including pre-positioning rescue crews and supplies, as well as activating Texas Military Forces, for relief and recovery operations. But the more people prepare now, the less likely they will be in harm's way later."

For important information on storm preparedness, please use these helpful links:

Texas Department of Transportation

• http://www.dot.state.tx.us/travel/hurricane.htm

(Road conditions, evacuation routes)

Texas Disaster Education Network

• http://texashelp.tamu.edu/004- natural/hurricanes.php

(Preparedness tips, suggested checklists)

Texas Department of Public Safety

• http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/dem/pages/weather_aware_hurricane.htm

(General preparedness information)

Texas Department of State Health Services

• http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/preparedness/factsheet_hurricanes.shtm

(Tips to protect health, avoid injury)

 Texas Department of Insurance

• http://www.tdi.state.tx.us/news/2009/news200918.html

(Tips to protect against property loss)

 Official Website, State of Texas

• http://www.state.tx.us/portal/tol/en/emergency/preparing

(General preparedness tips, emergency kit checklist)

Critical Fundraising Deadline

Jun 29, 2010

We’re closing in fast on a critical semiannual fundraising deadline.  Wednesday, June 30, is the final day to accept contributions before we file our semiannual report with the Texas Ethics Commission.  This is our chance to show the breadth and depth of our support across the state of Texas.  

Texas Democrats have launched their own fundraising offensive to bolster support for their slate of liberal candidates.  But, we’ve all seen what they mean by “change.”  Out-of-control spending, skyrocketing debt and unrestrained growth of the federal government.   We simply cannot afford to let the same failed liberal policies we’ve seen grow out of Washington take root here in Texas. Click here to contribute today.

Supreme Court Affirms Right to “Keep and Bear Arms”

Jun 28, 2010

Lt. Governor Dewhurst announced his enthusiastic support today for the U.S. Supreme Court's affirmation of our Constitutional right to “keep and bear arms” in all 50 states.

http://www.nraila.org/News/Read/NewsReleases.aspx?ID=13958

Dewhurst Virtual Bumper Sticker

Jun 24, 2010

Show your support for David on Facebook by adding a Virtual Bumper Sticker to your Facebook profile. Add yours by clicking the sticker below!

Congratulations Team USA!

Jun 23, 2010

Early this morning Team USA beat Algeria to advance to the second round of the World Cup. Landon Donovan scored the winning goal in the 91st minute. Congratulations on the great win! Your country is proud of you. Also, a special congratulations to Nacogdoches' own Clint Dempsey. Thanks for making Texas proud!

Convention Recap

Jun 14, 2010

Did you miss Convention last weekend? Click on the image below for a Convention recap with pictures, videos and news updates:

Walking Around Convention

Jun 12, 2010

Convention Updates

Jun 11, 2010

Check out our Dewhurst Convention 2010 website for updates and highlights from today's Convention events.

Pictures from the Convention Hall

Jun 11, 2010

David giving an interview with Right Online before his Convention speech:

Watch David’s Convention Speech

Jun 11, 2010

We had a great livestream! Thanks everyone for watching. If you missed the speech you can watch it below.

TFRW Brunch

Jun 11, 2010

Great speech from the Lt. Governor this morning to the Texas Federation of Republican Women.

Standing Ovation after the speech:

Talking with Speaker Straus:

Convention Photos: Thursday Afternoon

Jun 10, 2010