NEWS
Commentary: Take Liberty Back From Government
With liberty comes a personal responsibility to love and serve others.
Commentary: A Zero-Growth Budget to Restore Texans’ Liberty
Perhaps it is time for some simplicity. How about the Texas Legislature adopting a budget that does not grow at all?
Commentary: The Shame of Proxy Voting in the House of Representatives
The House of 1814—like the House of the Yellow Fever epidemic of 1793, the Spanish Flu of 1918, the Civil War, and 9/11—continued to meet in person, conducting the business of those who elected them. In the shadow of their memory, the House of 2020 finds itself diminished.
Records Reveal Congressional Candidate Lobbied Against Trump Administration
Official Senate records revealed that lobbyist-turned-congressional candidate Josh Winegarner lobbied to continue NAFTA and opposed the Trump administration on country-of-origin labeling.
Texas Sales Tax Collections Plummet 13 Percent
“The business closures and restrictions and stay-at-home orders due to the COVID-19 pandemic spurred deep drops in collections from restaurants, amusement and recreation services, and physical retail stores.”
First Lawmaker Calls for Special Session to Review Disaster Declarations
Though the Texas Legislature is scheduled to reconvene in January of 2021, State Rep. Mike Lang (R–Granbury) is the first lawmaker to tell Abbott we can’t wait that long.
ACLU Abandons Lawsuit Against Pro-Life Texas Towns
“I challenge towns all over Texas to join hands with us and make a stand and fight for those who can’t fight for themselves!”
Commentary: Who and What Killed George Floyd?
Government actions have long-reaching effects.
Letter: Governor, It’s Time for an About-Face
A state representative writes to Gov. Greg Abbott in light of the Chinese coronavirus shutdowns and $295 million contact tracing agreement.
Higher Property Tax Bills for Collin Taxpayers: School Districts
School property tax bills still grew for most homeowners, despite state lawmakers passing tax “relief” in 2019.
Republican Leaders Sound Off on Qualities of Ratcliffe Replacement
“We need a smart and intelligent candidate that supports and defends the Constitution of the United States first and foremost.”
Contact Tracing: Here’s What We Know So Far
While the tech giants say user privacy is central to the design, the reality is far more concerning.