Sam Samson

Sam Samson

Sam Samson is a third-year Government Honors major at the University of Texas and is an officer at UT's Young Conservatives of Texas. His political experience includes serving as both a staffer in the office of Senator Ted Cruz and as a member of two leadership missions to Israel. Besides being an overt Traditional Catholic, he loves friends and family, golfing, playing piano, debating hot takes, and is an avid world traveller, having visited 26 countries.
Catholic Vote Remains an Untapped Electoral Weapon for Conservatives
Catholic Vote Remains an Untapped Electoral Weapon for Conservatives
August 26, 2019
With American Catholics split on party support, recent Democrat opposition to Catholic values has created the potential for a new, large, and...
Conroe Proposes Property Tax Hike Ahead of State-Mandated Cutoff
Conroe Proposes Property Tax Hike Ahead of State-Mandated Cutoff
August 20, 2019
Ahead of Senate Bill 2’s mandated limit on property taxes, Conroe joins a long list of Texas cities attempting to raise rates before the law goes...
City of Austin, Travis County Clash Over Who Gets to Tax Austinites
City of Austin, Travis County Clash Over Who Gets to Tax Austinites
August 13, 2019
Authorities from both the city and county are fighting over who gets to tax residents to pay for their personal construction projects.
Texas Democrat Primary: What Does It Reveal About Liberal Texas Voters
Texas Democrat Primary: What Does It Reveal About Liberal Texas Voters
August 12, 2019
A look at statewide primary polls shows where Texas Democrats stand in the party’s establishment vs. extremist war.
Drag Queen Story Hour Concerns Austin Residents
Drag Queen Story Hour Concerns Austin Residents
August 12, 2019
Progressives' transgender story time at public libraries raises concerns for safety and fiscal responsibility.
GOP Prepares Challenge to Democrat Congressman Colin Allred
GOP Prepares Challenge to Democrat Congressman Colin Allred
July 31, 2019
A former Navy SEAL is set to challenge a Democrat in a historically conservative district.
As Legislature Falters, Trotter House Leads Pro-Life Effort in Texas
As Legislature Falters, Trotter House Leads Pro-Life Effort in Texas
July 30, 2019
Amid historic inaction on pro-life issues by the Texas Legislature, the Trotter House is an organization making a significant impact helping...
Cruz, Cassidy Label Antifa as Domestic Terrorists
Cruz, Cassidy Label Antifa as Domestic Terrorists
July 23, 2019
Republican senators have filed legislation to officially categorize violent far-left extremist group Antifa as a domestic terrorist organization.
ICE Raids Bring Illegal Immigration to Center Stage
ICE Raids Bring Illegal Immigration to Center Stage
July 16, 2019
President Trump’s routine ICE raids outrage Texas Democrats and once again highlight their obstructionist mission.
Commentary: Texas Democrat Darling Rejected by Nation
Commentary: Texas Democrat Darling Rejected by Nation
July 16, 2019
In a heated Democrat primary, Texas’ former progressive hero Beto O'Rourke is now bordering on irrelevance.
The California Exodus: Should Texans be Worried?
The California Exodus: Should Texans be Worried?
July 10, 2019
Increasing newcomers from blue states spark nervous talk of political overturn in this historically conservative stronghold.
Homelessness in Austin: Problem Solved or Problem Created?
Homelessness in Austin: Problem Solved or Problem Created?
July 9, 2019
Overbearing regulations imposed by local government appear to be the source of the homeless issue and continue to remain unresolved by the city’s new...