by Jeannie Kever, "A Call to Action on Immigration: Local Religious Leaders Hopeful for Reform, Despite Political Climate," Houston Chronicle

by Tamarind Phinisee, "New Leader Taking the Reins at San Antonio Education Partnership," San Antonio Business Journal

by Veronica Flores-Paniagua, "Bond Oversight Panel Needs to be Strong Watchdog," San Antonio Express-News

"Worker's Death Under Investigation," by David Crowder, El Paso Inc.

During its fall electoral drive, TMO worked with fifty congregations to target 39 precincts in the neighborhoods surrounding their institutions; leaders taught voters the statewide agenda of issues and the importance of early voting. They organized neighborhood walks and launched parochial campaigns to sign up parishioners in the pews and at church festivals. TMO successfully increased voter turnout by 9.3% in the 39 precincts it worked, compared to the 2006 gubernatorial election.

Organizace, Vote Para Asegurar Igualdad, Justicia, Revs. Kendrick & Ducre, El Paso Times

Leaders in West Texas committed to signing up 2,000 voters in advance of the gubernatorial election this fall. They have also secured commitments to organize parish development efforts in three congregations.

"Group Favors In-House Oversight for SAISD Bond," by Lindsay Kastner, San Antonio Express-News

"Texas Bishops Unveil "Humane Immigration Reform Document," by Steve Taylor, Rio Grande Valley Guardian