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Who's Blue?

Who's Blue? is a weekly audio interview with notable players in Democratic politics in Texas and across the nation.

Interview with HD 129 Candidate Sherrie Matula

Our guest on this episode is Sherrie Matula, state house candidate for District 129. We talk about her race for the seat, the problems inherent in privatizing public education, and what reason Karl Rove would have for "stopping by" her district.

  • Length: 10:36 minutes (4.85 MB)
  • Format: MP3 Mono 44kHz 64Kbps (CBR)

Interview with Candidate Diana Maldonado

Our guest on this week's show is Diana Maldonado, candidate for State Representative in District 52. As always, download and play after the jump.

  • Length: 12:20 minutes (5.65 MB)
  • Format: MP3 Mono 44kHz 64Kbps (CBR)

Interview with Candidate Diane Trautman

The guest on this week's show is Diane Trautman, candidate for Harris County Tax Assessor Collector & Voter Registrar. For your reference, Trautman's opponent is Paul Bettencourt, he of the infamous purged voter rolls. Visit Trautman's website and, as always, listen or download after the jump.

  • Length: 15:45 minutes (7.21 MB)
  • Format: MP3 Mono 44kHz 64Kbps (CBR)

Interview with HD17 Candidate Donnie Dippel

Our guest on this week's episode is Donnie Dippel, candidate for State Representative in House District 17. Dippel has enjoyed some recent TexRoots coverage, and you can learn more about him at his campaign website. Download and play after the jump.

  • Length: 7:55 minutes (3.63 MB)
  • Format: MP3 Mono 44kHz 64Kbps (CBR)

Interview with State Senator Leticia Van de Putte

Our guest on this week's show is State Senator Leticia Van de Putte, co-chair of the 2008 Texas State Democratic Convention.

  • Length: 19:05 minutes (8 MB)
  • Format: MP3 Mono 44kHz 64Kbps (CBR)

Interview with Larry Joe Doherty

On this week's episode of Who's Blue, our guest is Larry Joe Doherty, candidate for the House of Representatives in District 10. We talk about the platform he’s taking to the campaign trail, his approach to Texas Justice, and his opponent, incumbent Republican Congressman Michael McCaul. Download and play after the jump.

  • Length: 11:35 minutes (5.31 MB)
  • Format: MP3 Mono 44kHz 64Kbps (CBR)

Interview with Noriega Campaign Online Coordinator Karl-Thomas Musselman

This week's guest is Karl-Thomas Musselman, the Online Coordinator for the Rick Noriega for US Senate campaign. We discuss his early work in politics, what a day in the life of an Online Coordinator is like, and how the netroots community in Texas stacks up against other states. Download and play after the jump.

  • Length: 19:05 minutes (8 MB)
  • Format: MP3 Mono 44kHz 64Kbps (CBR)

Interview with TDP Convention Director Isabel Zermeño

Our guest this week is Isabel Zermeño, the Texas Democratic Party's Convention Director. We discuss the state convention, what goes into the planning in a year of increased interest, and just how big the convention might be. Download and play after the jump.

  • Length: 6:45 minutes (3.09 MB)
  • Format: MP3 Mono 44kHz 64Kbps (CBR)

Interview with Lone Star Project Founder Matt Angle

On this week's episode of Who's Blue, our guest is Matt Angle, founder and director of the Lone Star Project. We discuss the origins of the organization, the story behind 'Rent to Own', and a recent letter from the Lone Star Project to State Senator Kim Brimer.

  • Length: 14:20 minutes (6.57 MB)
  • Format: MP3 Mono 44kHz 64Kbps (CBR)

Interview with State Senator Kirk Watson

Our guest this week is State Senator Kirk Watson. We talk about his early days in politics, his work on environmental issues, and discuss what's wrong with TxDOT.

  • Length: 33:50 minutes (8 MB)
  • Format: MP3 Mono 44kHz 64Kbps (CBR)