Commentary
This Memorial Day
Never forget that we remain the home of the free because of their bravery and sacrifice.
City of Clarendon Rejects Ordinance Outlawing Abortion and Abortion Trafficking
The outcome of the unanimous 3-0 vote against the ordinance was a surprise to many.
Y’All Answered: Target the Cartel Leadership?
Readers offer their insights and experiences.
Two Years Later: A Prosper ISD Mom’s Story
Eileen Riverside won’t let school board trustees get away with the notion that “no one is at fault” in the now two-year-old sex abuse scandal and cover-up.
Commentary Archive
Szwarc: Looking Past the Campaign Signs – Mayor Pope of Lubbock
Looking at the largest issues of concern to Lubbock voters, first up: How has Pope represented and reflected the values of Lubbock residents? Sacredness of Life Lubbock is unique, even in a state where 90 percent are Christian. Lubbock is known for its strong...
Montoya: Shelley Luther a Sign Texas Republicans Must Win Back Voters
State Rep. Drew Springer (R–Muenster) performed beneath expectations in Tuesday’s special election for Senate District 30 and was matched vote for vote by newcomer Shelley Luther, who became famous earlier this year after being jailed for opening up her Dallas salon...
Cahn: The Growing Human Tragedy of Austin’s Homelessness Policies
As Austin closes out month 15 in the homelessness twilight zone, one reality stands out: The problem keeps growing. Lest you think this is hyperbole or subjective perception, a survey earlier this year found that the city’s homeless population has increased by 11...
Bovard: Trump Is Consistent and Truthful on Abortion
One of President Trump’s most endearing qualities for social conservatives is his willingness to tell the truth about abortion. During a debate with Hillary Clinton in 2016, he didn’t hesitate to characterize the reality of the procedure when performed in late-term...
Voicu: The State of Plano High School Students
How well are Plano’s public school officials serving the needs of local parents and high school students? On August 18, the Plano Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to request a waiver from the Texas Education Agency allowing our 9th-12th grade...
The Church, Silenced
Now, more than ever, America needs a muscular church unafraid of earthly powers and principalities—not the one we’ve seen cowering during the decisive fights of our day. We need more pastors like John MacArthur of Grace Community Church outside Los Angeles, who has...
Kecseg Has Gone To Be With The Lord
The president of Texas Scorecard, Ross Kecseg, passed away Wednesday night after a fight against cancer. He was 36, and he leaves behind a wife and young son. A native of North Texas, Ross graduated from Bishop Dunne High School in Dallas. He graduated from Arizona...
Dow: An Open Letter to All Texas Legislators
The people of Texas, the constituents whom you serve, have suffered greatly during the many months since the coronavirus spread across our nation. The effects of lockdowns, mandates, restrictions on the conduct of business, and the forced isolation of hospital...
Ellis: The Tie Scenario
As we move closer to Election Day, various scenarios are being discussed and theorized about who will win the presidential race and which states will fall to what candidate. A little mentioned outcome, that is a mathematical possibility, is an Electoral College tie. A...