In debate with Shami, White directs his attention at Perry By R.G. RATCLIFFE Austin Bureau Feb. 8, 2010, 10:38PM FORT WORTH — Former Houston Mayor Bill White largely ignored his main Democratic gubernatorial opponent in a statewide debate Monday to frame himself as the politically experienced candidate who can take on Republican Gov. Rick Perry in the general election. White criticized Perry by name or inference six times during his face-off with businessman Farouk Shami. “Governor Perry talks about holding teachers accountable, but he doesn't hold himself accountable for his job performance,” White snapped at one point while discussing electric...
