Author Archives: Bob

Editorial: Texas has its own dirty secret

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Bob

In light of the Penn State child sex abuse scandal we’re reminded of a dirty secret that impacts thousands of children in the state of Texas: sexual abuse. We’re all privy to this secret but it’s something that we’d just rather … Continue reading →

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Editorial: It’s time to back Grier, school reforms

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Bob

If you were to stop an average Houstonian on the street and ask if he or she supports education reform, nearly all would say yes … and then they would go on to rattle off four or five improvements they … Continue reading →

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Editorial: Provide Students Food for Learning

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Bob

Below is an editorial I published with HISD Superintendent Terry Grier on the importance of the School Breakfast Program for student success, as it appeared in the Houston Chronicle this morning.  (Learn more about food insecurity in Texas.) Provide students … Continue reading →

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Time is running out! Help fight childhood obesity in Texas

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Bob

Support the fight against childhood obesity:  Ask members of the House Calendars Committee to set SB 224 for a vote on the House Floor! Texas can fight obesity even in the midst of a budget shortfall if we think creatively … Continue reading →

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