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Kirk McDaniel

Kirk McDaniel

Kirk McDaniel covers all things Texas from his home in Austin. From politics and government to the environment and law, he finds interest in the many factors shaping a modern Lone Star State. Besides writing stories, Kirk also produces the Sidebar podcast from Courthouse News. Originally from Houston, Kirk has traveled to every corner of the state, sometimes wearing a cowboy hat and boots. When he is not working on stories, Kirk spends his time outdoors hiking, paddling and cycling. His love of storytelling comes in handy when he is playing tabletop role-playing games with his wife and friends.

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Latest Articles by Kirk McDaniel

At latest rally, University of Texas pro-Palestine protesters continue calls for divestment

Despite recent confrontations with police, protesters have stayed firm in their calls for the university to end ties with companies supplying Israel's war in Gaza.

Austin City Council adopts resolution protecting transgender residents

Texas' capital city voted to adopt a measure providing some protections to transgender people seeking gender-affirming care despite state laws against the practice.

Texas challenges Title IX protections for LGBT students

In addition to filing a federal lawsuit seeking to block new rules protecting LGBTQ people, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has ordered the state education agency not to abide.

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