Over the past year, there has been much discussion about the Tea Party movement, its allegiances, partnerships, sponsorships, influences, etc. Is the Tea Party a wing of the GOP? Will it form a third party? I believe these questions and concerns have been answered, at least among the largest GOP caucus in the country.The Texas Republican Party held its 2010 state convention this past weekend. For many, including myself, it was the first time at such an event. Despite the newness, it was easy for even a rookie to witness change in the party. It was a sort of changing of the guard. In our own senatorial district, the candidate for district representative, favored by the older, more established, strong social conservative crowd, lost. The winner, although a solid republican, has spent much of the past year amongst local tea party organizers. A major endorsement, which probably sealed her victory, came, in fact, from the head of a large, local tea party.On the big stage, the...(Read Full Post)