Civic program becoming another example of the controversial “shared governance” philosophy.
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Potential Candidates Line Up for Texas House Race in Panhandle
The list of possible contenders to replace State Rep. Four Price continues to grow.
State Rep. Harrison Requests Investigation Into Texas A&M’s Payout
Harrison’s request follows the university’s decision to pay DEI proponent Kathleen McElroy—who voluntarily ended employment negotiations—$1 million.
Cruz Vows to Endorse Against School Choice Opponents
Cruz says he is trying to “change the calculus” for rural Republican lawmakers who oppose expanding educational freedom.
11 Republican Texas Lawmakers Who Voted to Fund Transgender Social Transitioning
The Democrats don’t run things, but they often find enough Republicans to let them win on policy day after day.
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Appoints Border Czar
“It is clear that when the federal government refuses to secure our borders, the states must step in and act.”
Texas Mafia: Schools and Corrupt Cronyism
“I think the whole system needs [to be] scrapped.”
Public High School Teacher and Youth Pastor Busted in Prostitution Sting
“There are a lot of misconceptions about the people that consume this.”
Texans Brace for Winter Blast
Ahead of the two-year anniversary of the deadly 2021 winter storm, some experts say not enough has been done.
Texas Mafia: Reviving and Rebranding Crony Corruption
“I think that this whole system has been built in a very anti-taxpayer manner.”
H-E-B and UT Sponsor Dinner ‘Celebrating’ LGBT Advocacy
The dinner included a COVID-19 vaccine entry requirement.
Exclusive: Records Reveal Texans Are Fed up With Property Taxes
Citizens slam high property tax bills in correspondence with Gov. Greg Abbott’s office.
Vaccine Choice Rally Draws Hundreds to the Texas Capitol
“It is time to end mandates and put Texans first, because Texans call the shots!”
Texas Sues Biden Administration for Circumventing Immigration Law
“This unlawful amnesty program, which will invite hundreds of thousands of aliens into the U.S. every year, will only make this immigration crisis drastically worse.”
Texas Lawmaker Files New Bill to Ban ‘All-ages’ Drag Shows in Texas
“With HB 1266, Texas children will be prevented from being exposed to overly sexual content that will rob them of their innocence for the sake of furthering radical ideologies.”
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Dennis Bonnen Files for Speaker
The announcement comes on the heels of a secret meeting of around forty Republican House members on Sunday.
An Interview with State Sen. Pete Flores
“I’m gonna vote for what’s good for the district first and what’s good for the state based on my principles of conservatism.”
Zerwas Quits Speaker Race, Bonnen Rumored to Enter
According to rumors, Zerwas’ decision to exit the race comes as the result of a meeting of roughly forty House Republicans in Austin.
Plano’s Contempt for Taxpayers on Full Display
That taxpayers are funding their own opposition is egregious, and should stop.
Assembled Car Enthusiasts Rally Against DMV Rules
“For the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles to simply wake up one day and decide to ban vehicles with no legitimate reason is un-American and anti-Texan in my opinion”
Patrick Talks Election, Property Taxes, Immigration in Telephone Town Hall
In a telephone town hall hosted by Texans for Fiscal Responsibility, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick shared his views on the election and his priorities for the upcoming legislative session.
Abbott Offers To Pay For Nancy Pelosi Texas Campaign Visit
As one of the least popular politicians in the country, Pelosi has become the motivating face of Republican campaigns ahead of the midterm elections.
Alamo Plaza Lease Finalized
Plan to renovate and restore the Alamo site moves forward.
California Renewable Mandates Are Proving Texas Model Right
The Texas approach produces a more sustainable carbon-reduction solution that makes sense economically.
Straus Sycophant Admits to Killing Bills Behind Closed Doors
In a recording obtained by Texas Scorecard, Rep. Kyle Kacal (R–College Station) admits to opposing a transparent Calendars process.