For more than two hours, the seven justices heard arguments from Republican and Democratic lawyers, calling both sides to debate the merits of a recount conducted by hand. The hearing comes days after Florida Secretary of State Katherine Harris rejected requests that the state certify manually counted ballots that extended past her deadline. Helicopters and boats barraged the offices of Palestinian security forces in Gaza City with dozens of rockets. With the presidential election on hold, the fracas to replace Lt. Governor Rick Perry, if Bush wins, isn't the only thing causing a frenzy under the dome downtown. Last week, many lawmakers pre-filed legislation for bills they will be trying to pass when the Texas Legislature convenes in January.
Some bills offer a window for much needed reforms in Texas.
Others, like the proposed ban on drinking games a few sessions ago, promise to be quite entertaining as well. Beginning Nov. 27, volunteers from the University's Orange Santa holiday donation drive will begin collecting toys and gift certificates for food items that will be distributed to more than 260 UT families in need. Twice they led in the waning seconds of the game, and twice they allowed Virginia to tie the score.