The Texas Senate is moving swiftly to address the special session’s agenda items.
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‘Whose Children Are They?’ Exposes Leftist Agenda in Public Schools
New documentary blames politicized curricula and policies pushed by teachers unions for ruining public education.
Bookseller Says School Boards Are Responsible for Sexually Explicit Library Books
As school officials await new state guidelines, Texas parents continue to demand transparency and accountability about what’s in their kids’ school libraries.
Texas Doctor Petitions to Continue Mutilation Experiments on Children
“It potentially exposes Dr. Lopez to legal liability.”
Charter Schools Gaining Momentum in Texas
The latest Texas Education Agency report shows nearly 70 percent of charter schools currently have waitlists.
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Tucker Carlson Calls Out Gov. Greg Abbott for Inaction on Southern Border
“We’ve asked Texas Gov. Greg Abbott many times to come on this show to explain why he hasn’t called the National Guard to seal the Texas border and protect the rest of us from this invasion.”
Redistricting: The Fight Ahead
Lines drawn will impact elections for the next 10 years.
After Being Censured, State Rep. Chris Paddie Announces He Won’t Run for Re-election
The move comes in the wake of evidence of growing dissatisfaction amongst his constituents.
Abbott Adds Items to Ongoing Special Session Agenda
The additional items include property tax relief and a constitutional amendment related to bail reform.
Democrat State Rep. Celia Israel Not Seeking Re-election, Considering Run for Austin Mayor
Confirming rumors that have circulated over the last few months, Israel will likely be one of a few who add their name to the list of public officials running for the seat.
Lavish School Spending in Crosshairs as Property Tax Bill Advances in Senate
“It may keep them from putting travertine tile in the football stadiums’ restrooms.”
First Look at Proposed Senate Redistricting Maps
Maps set the stage for Republicans to shore up competitive districts from previous election cycles.
Beto O’Rourke Reportedly Considering Bid for Texas Governor
Reports claim that the former congressman may be planning a gubernatorial campaign for 2022.
Former State Sen. Pete Flores Announces for Senate in a Different District
Flores had previously served as the state senator for Senate District 19 from 2018 to 2020. He has announced for Senate District 24.
Gov. Abbott Blames Federal Government for Texas Border Crisis
Just six hours after saying he would close points of entry on the southern border, Abbott reversed his decision, blaming the Biden administration.
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Rigging Elections
It is readily apparent local elections are, indeed, being rigged right here in the Lone Star State. Will lawmakers now step up to secure our elections?
Swan Song for Parental Choice Opponents
While the Texas House continues to move toward stymieing school choice, a good number of the loudest voices won’t be coming back to Austin next year.
Pay Raise For Politicians
Texas “Ethics” Commission lets legislators take home 15 percent more while giving lobbyists more room to wine and dine in the shadows.
Complaint Against Empower Texans Officially Dismissed
The Texas Ethics Commission voted unanimously to dismiss a complaint that was filed against Empower Texans four and a half years ago.
TEC Considering Pay Raise for Lawmakers
The Texas Ethics Commission could make it even easier for lobbyists to win and dine public officials.
GOP Caucus Again Betrayed by Straus
The caucus promised Speaker Straus would appoint the “best possible Democrat” to the TEC, but he has betrayed their promises. Now they have grown silent.
TPPF: Protect the ESF
The Texas Public Policy Foundation is giving lawmakers recommendations on the state’s “rainy day fund.”
Steady Drumbeat to Spend State Savings
In what has been a steady trickle over the past few months, Democrat lawmakers and their surrogates have ramped up arguments to tap into the ESF.
SEC Dismissal Latest Evidence of Bogus Paxton Prosecution
The failure of Obama’s SEC’s case against Ken Paxton is the latest proof the indictments against him are a farce.
Agency ‘Haughty’ and ‘Arrogant’
Senator: “We’re turning political discourse into what the TSA is turning air travel into.”