State of H-Town: Whitmire recall longshot, appointed judges and misinformation legislation

State of H-Town: Whitmire recall longshot, appointed judges and misinformation legislation

State of H-Town is a weekly wrapup of Houston-area politics.The recall effort against Houston Mayor John Whitmire may be finding its way into the headlines, but Houstonians frustrated with his leadership probably should not hold their breath. Whitmire himself does not appear to be concerned about the campaign’s chances of success, dismissing them during a testy press conference on Wednesday. “I think it’s silly. Doesn’t even deserve a response, …