86th LegislatureAudioElections 2020Weekly Roundup Podcast: Abbott Reopening Allowances, Austin Police Defunding, Netflix’s Cuties Film Ban

Catch up on the week's hottest stories in Texas politics with the reporting team at The Texan.
September 18, 2020
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This week on The Texan’s “Weekly Roundup,” the reporting team discusses Governor Abbott’s latest reopening announcement, mask guidance issued on behalf of a chamber of commerce, Green Party candidates making it back on the November ballot, Texas Republicans calling for a ban of Netflix’s controversial Cuties film, a North Texas judge spearheading virtual court proceedings, Bexar County defunding 19 constable positions, and finally, Governor Abbott and Austin Mayor Steve Adler sparring over police department funding and jurisdiction.

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Michelle Arledge

Michelle Arledge is the Marketing Manager for The Texan. Previously, she worked as the digital marketing manager for both the Manhattan Institute and City Journal magazine in New York City. A Dallas native, Michelle graduated from Baylor University in 2016 with a degree in political science. Outside of work, Michelle spends time worshipping coffee, singing show tunes, and hanging out with her husband and their two rescue dogs.