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Always Vigilant

A self-governing people must be eternally vigilant. The first three words of our Constitution make it clear who is supposed to be in charge: “We the people.” Without the citizens taking an active and engaged role in civic life, the notion of self-governance collapses....

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Commentary: Why I Won’t Be Attacking Jeff Leach

Chairman Jeff Leach, a Republican with a pro-life record, has come out in opposition to HB 896, my legislation that ends abortion and brings equal treatment under the law to all unborn human beings. I truly believe this is the right legislation to pass and right...

Staff Blog: The Day Texas Turns Blue

As this session of the Texas Legislature drags on, the lack of energy and focus on delivering real property tax reform and relief is shocking, and the populist anger I’m seeing in response is palpable. The sad truth is that when voters feel a political party they...

Commentary: Texas Lawyers Fight Against Compelled Speech

On March 6, three Texas lawyers—including yours truly and Empower Texans’ General Counsel, Tony McDonald—filed a lawsuit in federal court challenging the mandatory payment of dues and other fees to the State Bar of Texas as a condition of practicing law in the state....

Commentary: Speaking Up About the Budget

Texas Scorecard asked Texas Freedom Caucus members to give insight as to why they voted for the budget. I am not happy with this budget—it spends too much money. My mission is significant property tax relief, results-driven funding for public schools, and a leaner...

Commentary: Open Letter to the Freedom Caucus

I've been silent on the beating we took last week on the House budget. I've not talked to a single representative about it. Many of you are livid, and I certainly understand that. Our Freedom Caucus rolled over and played dead. Then they got up, wagged their tail, and...

Staff Blog: Film Handouts Hurt Taxpayers and Filmmakers

Taking money from taxpayers to fund films is harmful to both taxpayers and filmmakers. Last week, the Texas House voted on the state’s new budget, making critical decisions of where to spend our hard-earned money. As of now, part of that budget will continue funding...

Staff Blog: Embrace the Label

On Tuesday, US IMPACT and DFWPAC hosted the Plano Citizen’s Forum, a chance for members of the community to hear from candidates for the upcoming Plano City Council and Plano ISD school board elections on May 4. The event was well attended, despite the entire slate of...