Gonzo waits patiently as the others finish reading Ellie Endsley’s proposal. “The Speaker would like to stop by while you’re here, El, to thank you for all your hard work on behalf of the state’s independents. But his calendar is very full today, so we’ll just have to see.” Endsley’s hands are folded… Read More
The lunch hour is just beginning as Gonzo lumbers out of the Sam Houston Building tunnel. He is tired, hung-over, and he needs to take his pills. As he winds his way through the back halls of the Capitol extension, he stops more than once to catch his breath. The Interim Committee on… Read More
Carol King slowly dries her hands as she looks at herself in the mirror. The bathroom is empty, but she knows that at any moment, other guests from the fundraiser could appear. She wishes they would; King hates to be alone. She hates the quiet. But she forces herself to be mindful of her… Read More
The door to Ellie Endsley’s office is closed. Her chair is turned toward a 52-inch touch-panel display mounted to her wall – a communication tool provided by her attorney and friend, Francisco Orozco. Orozco is a long-time political operative and attorney who specializes in protecting clients who operate in the legislative arena. The sound… Read More
Carol King furiously types a response on her mobile: “My opinions of Ted and his efficacy have not changed. Yes, he may surprise us, but we have lots of real, face-to-face experience with him on which we can base our bet. Has he ever helped us advance our objectives with the Governor? How many times… Read More