Texas Standard for November 24, 2016
It’s beginning to look a lot like time for another Texas legislative session. And now, we’re getting a good sense of what’s in play. The top line today on the Standard. And: We know which turkeys Texans are most worried about. Our post-election guide to peace at the dinner table. Also: Robocalls pitching religion for a price. What’s behind the latest pay-for-pray phenomenon. Plus: Our digital guru’s making his list. We’ll be checking it twice. Top tips for technology gifts this season. That’s not all: Trip tips for a longer than usual holiday weekend and the political history of Thanksgiving. All that plus a side of gravy. Pull up chair, it’s Texas Standard time:
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