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Texas Senators Move to Mandate Uniform Election Dates
The proposal would standardize electoral processes and potentially reduce voter confusion about election dates.
State Reps. Move To Slash Funding for Universities Promoting DEI
State lawmakers are proposing funding cuts for several Texas universities that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Gov. Abbott Sets Special Election To Fill US House Seat Vacated by Sylvester Turner
Abbott says he does not want to rush an election in a county that has failed to conduct elections consistent with state law.
Former Navasota ISD Teacher Sentenced to 5 Years for Possessing Child Porn
Daniel Byrd was a teacher at Navasota High School when he was arrested for sharing child sexual abuse material showing young boys being assaulted.
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Collin County Republicans Working Together to Keep Texas Strong
“Keep Texas Strong” is more than a slogan for GOP candidates in Collin County. From Congress to County Clerk, Republicans running for office are working together to win in November and serve in accord with conservative principles that make Texas great. Local voters...
Alamo Plaza Lease Finalized
On Thursday, the San Antonio City Council approved a lease of the Alamo Plaza area to the state’s General Land Office, pushing forward into motion plans by the GLO to renovate and restore the Alamo battleground. Currently, the Alamo site itself is owned and managed by...
City of McAllen Censors Cruz Supporter
Amid the flood of “Beto” signs that have overtaken several Texas cities, many of Senator Ted Cruz’s supporters have used their own yard signs to make their values known—if petty bureaucrats don’t stop them. One McAllen resident is learning just how low some local...
Texas Democrats Urge Non-Citizens to Register with Pre-Filled Applications
Texas Democrats could face “serious consequences” for mailing voter registration forms to ineligible non-citizens in South Texas that were pre-filled to indicate the applicants are U.S. citizens. Gov. Greg Abbott tweeted Thursday: “A complaint says the Texas...
Pulliam: I Endorse Jeff Brown
Properly functioning courts are an essential element of a free society governed by the rule of law. A sound judiciary requires judges who honestly and impartially apply the law, as written. Texans are fortunate to have an excellent state Supreme Court—the best in the...
Kirk, Wolfmueller Prioritize “Culture” in School Board Race
The upcoming school board election for Midland Independent School District is arguably one of the most critical in recent history. And among the two contested races on the ballot, one is certain to present a new voice to the district’s seven-member governing board:...
Why I Support Van Taylor
Having served as a Marine Corps officer in Iraq and a staunch conservative in the Texas Legislature for eight years, State Sen. Van Taylor has proven false the mantra preached by establishment Republicans—that, in order to govern, Republicans must abandon...
It’s Time to End Amarillo’s Tax-Funded Lobbying
With financial concerns evident for many municipal departments, there is simply no good excuse for the City of Amarillo to continue expending taxpayer dollars to lobby to the Texas Legislature. Last week, during the Amarillo City Council’s regular meeting, city...
Taxpayers Cry Foul Over Pecos Electioneering
Brightly colored campaign signs urging residents to "vote for" proposed emergency service districts cover the Pecos City Hall, as part of city officials' effort to ensure the passage of this measure for the May 2019 election ballot. Taxpayers are crying foul, saying...