Hobby School of Public Affairs

Luncheon graphic featuring Houston Mayor John Whitmire

A Conversation with Houston Mayor John Whitmire

Houston Mayor John Whitmire will reflect on his first year at City Hall and share his vision for the city's future with University of Houston Professor Emeritus and Hobby School Senior Research Fellow Richard Murray at the 2025 Hobby School of Public Affairs Luncheon on Feb. 6 at 11:30 a.m. at the Wortham Center. The event benefits Hobby Fellows working as full-time legislative interns at the Texas Capitol during biennial lawmaking sessions.

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