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Perry shows support for College Credit for Heroes at college – Killeen Daily Herald


Killeen Daily Herald

Perry shows support for College Credit for Heroes at college
Killeen Daily Herald
Rick Perry visited Central Texas College Thursday afternoon to show his support for the College Credit for Heroes program. "It remains a critical mission here in Texas to do everything we can to help service members transition back into civilian life,"
Gov. Perry Visits Central Texas CollegeKCEN-TV

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Posted on 18 May 2012 | 4:32 am

Reform-Minded Chairman at Center of Controversy – New York Times


New York Times

Reform-Minded Chairman at Center of Controversy
New York Times
Rick Perry, who needed an ally and strong leader to support his reforms on the University of Texas System's board of regents. While Mr. Powell's battles have moved from the field to the boardroom, his tenure as board chairman promises to be far more

Posted on 18 May 2012 | 4:28 am

Dispute Over College Tuition Roils Flagship Texas Campus – Wall Street Journal


Fort Worth Star Telegram

Dispute Over College Tuition Roils Flagship Texas Campus
Wall Street Journal
Rick Perry over the wisdom of raising tuition. The dispute has reached such a point that the chancellor of the state's multi-campus university system, Francisco G. Cigarroa, stated this week that he hasn't tried to fire William Powers Jr., president of
Made in Texas: Perry says films a growing export of state economyCorpus Christi Caller Times
Perry mum on approval of Univ. of Texas presidentFort Worth Star Telegram
While touting higher-ed accountability, Perry responds to UT rumorsHouston Chronicle
San Antonio Business Journal -Texas Insider -San Marcos Mercury
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Posted on 18 May 2012 | 1:00 am

Rick Perry casts ballot for ex-rival Mitt Romney – USA TODAY


USA TODAY

Rick Perry casts ballot for ex-rival Mitt Romney
USA TODAY
By Catalina Camia, USA TODAY Rick Perry voted yesterday for Mitt Romney in the Texas GOP primary and predicted Romney would defeat President Obama in November. Plus, the Texas governor sounded enthusiastic about choosing his once bitter rival.
A vulture no more: Rick Perry enthusiastically votes for Mitt RomneyHouston Chronicle (blog)
Perry, Dewhurst answer questions on education, US Senate raceKVUE
Dewhurst, Perry vote in GOP primaryAustin News
Austin American-Statesman (blog) -abc13.com -Texas Tribune
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Posted on 17 May 2012 | 6:50 pm

Perry: The Power Of Texas’ Film, Interactive Gaming & Tourism Industries – Texas Insider


Texas Insider

Perry: The Power Of Texas' Film, Interactive Gaming & Tourism Industries
Texas Insider
Rick Perry From the initial oil strikes of the early 20th century through the heart of the space race against the Soviet Union, Texas, time and again, has been home to cutting-edge ideas – ideas paired with a “can-do” attitude that, I believe,

Posted on 17 May 2012 | 4:40 pm

Perry makes endorsements, but Straus not among them – Austin American-Statesman


Austin American-Statesman

Perry makes endorsements, but Straus not among them
Austin American-Statesman
Rick Perry exit the Howson Branch Library in West Austin after voting in the May 29 Republican primary Wednesday morning. Perry announced several endorsements, including a Minnesota candidate. As part of a technology change, commenting will not be
Rick Perry makes radio ad defending Dewhurst for SenateCorpus Christi Caller Times
Perry, Dewhurst talk politics outside early voting siteYNN, Your News Now
Dewhurst taking a page from Perry's bookSan Antonio Express
NOLA.com
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Posted on 17 May 2012 | 12:54 am

Perry cool on question of endorsing Straus – Houston Chronicle (blog)


Houston Chronicle (blog)

Perry cool on question of endorsing Straus
Houston Chronicle (blog)
Rick Perry is unequivocal in his support of Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst's bid for US Senate, even going with him to vote early this morning at a public library in Tarrytown, an upscale neighborhood near downtown Austin. And while Perry was scathing in his
Gov. Perry, Lt. Gov. Dewhurst cast ballots for Texas primaryKVUE
Perry scolds UT president over tuition, says Straus hasn't asked his supportDallas Morning News (subscription) (blog)
Dewhurst fires back at conservative PACAustin News
Texas Tribune
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Posted on 16 May 2012 | 4:36 pm

Perry touts higher ed accountability, responds to rumors – San Antonio Express


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Perry touts higher ed accountability, responds to rumors
San Antonio Express
Rick Perry told Texas educators Tuesday, May 15, 2012, that he agrees with the University of Texas regents' decision to impose a two-year freeze on undergraduate tuition for state residents, saying education costs need to be kept down. Gov.
Perry sidesteps giving approval of UT presidentReporterNews.com
Perry won't take stance on leader at UTHouston Chronicle
Perry Committed to Making Higher Education More Affordable, Accountable and KCEN-TV

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Posted on 16 May 2012 | 5:40 am

Rick Perry’s busy schedule keeps them guessing about re-election plans – Houston Chronicle (blog)


Houston Chronicle (blog)

Rick Perry's busy schedule keeps them guessing about re-election plans
Houston Chronicle (blog)
Herman Cain speaks while Rick Perry during a presidential debate sponsored by Bloomberg and The Washington Post held at Dartmouth College in Hanover, NH, on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2011. (Andrew Harrer / Bloomberg) Rick Perry and former Speaker of the House

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Posted on 14 May 2012 | 9:03 pm

Ron Paul, Rick Perry wage proxy war in Minnesota GOP Senate primary – Houston Chronicle (blog)


Houston Chronicle (blog)

Ron Paul, Rick Perry wage proxy war in Minnesota GOP Senate primary
Houston Chronicle (blog)
Rick Perry. He outpolled and outlasted Perry in the GOP presidential primary fight. Now, the Texas Republicans with very different personalities (and followings) are waging proxy wars. In the Texas Senate race, Perry has endorsed Lt. Gov.
Ron Paul still aims for delegates at state conventions to push GOPMiamiHerald.com
Race to Fill Ron Paul's Seat Brings a Gaggle of HopefulsWall Street Journal
Ron Paul 2012 To Pursue Delegate Strategy Despite Suspending Active CampaigningInternational Business Times
Politic365
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Posted on 14 May 2012 | 4:54 pm

Rick Perry – Yahoo! News Search Results

Reform-Minded Chairman at Center of Controversy

Since Gene Powell was elected chairman of the University of Texas System Board of Regents last year, the board has become ground zero for a clash between competing visions for higher education.

Posted on 18 May 2012 | 5:41 am

Perry, Dewhurst talk politics outside early voting site

Gov. Rick Perry and Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst cast their ballots early in West Austin Wednesday morning. Just minutes after leaving the voting booths, the duo talked politics to reporters and community members. Dewhurst touted his conservative experience, while Perry tackled the latest rumors swirling around his office.

Posted on 17 May 2012 | 3:41 pm

Gov. Rick Perry Comments On Powers, Tuition Increase

Texas Gov. Rick Perry Wednesday discussed his disagreement with University of Texas President William Powers over tuition increases at the school. Powers recommended a more than two percent increase a year for in-state students and a 3.6 percent increase for out-of-state students. …

Posted on 16 May 2012 | 8:00 pm

Perry Votes For Romney, Predicts He Will Become President

Gov. Rick Perry, who bitterly clashed with Mitt Romney on the Republican presidential primary campaign trail, voted for the former Massachusetts governor Wednesday and predicted he would prevail in November.

Posted on 16 May 2012 | 7:05 pm

Former rival Rick Perry endorses Mitt Romney

Texas Governor Rick Perry, one of Mitt Romney’s most bitter rivals for the Republican presidential nomination, has endorsed Romney. Perry had criticized Romney’s business record, calling him a “vulture capitalist,” and allied himself with Newt Gingrich after exiting the race in January. But with the Gingrich campaign saying Wednesday afternoon that the former House speaker will withdraw next …

Posted on 16 May 2012 | 6:19 pm

Gov. Rick Perry weighs in on UT tuition hike, endorsing Straus

Gov. Rick Perry says University of Texas President Bill Powers is "on the wrong side" of the question of tuition increases, and is implying strongly that Texas House Speaker Joe Straus hasn't coveted his endorsement.

Posted on 16 May 2012 | 4:54 pm

Rick Perry stays mum on UT president Bill Powers

SAN ANTONIO ­- Gov. Rick Perry isn’t saying whether he approves of the University of Texas at Austin president whose job was reported to be in jeopardy. Perry said Tuesday that UT regents will decide the performance of Bill Powers, who recen …

Posted on 16 May 2012 | 7:06 am

Rick Perry, Ron Paul Clash in Texas, Minnesota Senate Races

Since the demise of his campaign for president, Texas Gov. Rick Perry has kept his hand in electoral politics, supporting the Texas Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst for Senate, according to the Texas Tribune. Perry has also supported Senate candidates in other states, including Pete Hegseth in Minnesota, the Houston Chronicle reports. Both moves have placed Perry in conflict with Rep. Ron Paul.

Posted on 14 May 2012 | 7:33 pm

Perry lobs 'D.C. insiders' jab at super PACs attacking Senate candidate David Dewhurst

Gov. Rick Perry has re-upped his backing of Dewhurst for the GOP nomination for U.S. Senate by implicitly slamming the Club for Growth Action PAC and U.S. Sen. Jim DeMint's super PAC as duplicitous "D.C. insiders" who are trying to hoodwink Texans.

Posted on 14 May 2012 | 5:26 pm

Rick Perry endorses Pete Hegseth

Texas governor and former presidential candidate Rick Perry has endorsed Pete Hegseth in the fight for the Minnesota Republican U.S. Senate endorsement. In a video released by the campaign, Perry called Hegseth "exactly the kind of patriot we need" and praised his conservative credentials and his work with veterans support organizations. "He won't be afraid to walk into hostile territory to take …

Posted on 14 May 2012 | 4:04 pm