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There goes that man again! Alex Stein broke the internet yesterday after his viral testimony at the Texas Capitol regarding SB7, aka the “Texas Bathroom Bill.” Following that, he crashed a live MSNBC interview to let MSNBC know that it sucks! We discuss the online reaction on the show. Additionally, we are honored to have Rep. Nancy Mace (R) on the show to discuss her South Carolina gubernatorial campaign! Finally, we end with a wild in-studio guest: the alleged mistress of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton. She shares some juicy details that you will want to hear. Don't miss this episode of “Prime Time with Alex Stein”! Today's Sponsors: CraftCo Fox & Oden Flying Ace bourbon isn't about trends — it's about legacy. Bold, balanced, and unapologetically American, it's the real whiskey for those who value hard work and high standards. Buy now at https://flyingacespirits.com and use code BLAZE for free shipping. 'The Coverup'" The Coverup" on BlazeTV is an eye-opening docuseries exposing the lies behind COVID, from its origins to the vaccine narrative and the role Big Tech played in covering it up. If you missed the first four episodes, catch up now before Episode 5, “Muckraker,” drops tomorrow, delving into the Pandemic Industrial Complex. Watch now at https://FauciCoverup.com/STEIN and get $20 off your subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Redistricting and Political Turmoil in TexasIn this special edition of Straight White American Jesus, host Brad Onishi interviews Forrest Wildler from Texas Monthly to discuss the ongoing political upheaval in Texas. The conversation focuses on the Democrats' strategic exodus to break quorum in response to the Texas GOP's redistricting efforts, driven by Trump's demand for a more favorable playing field for Republicans. The episode delves into the humanitarian crisis ignored by the legislature, the potential consequences on both state and national politics, and the broader implications for democracy. Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 800-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Democrat Governors protest the proposed redistricting map in Texas. Gov. Abbott threatens to remove any Democrat who does not show up to the State Capitol Monday. President Trump chimes in on the Sydney Sweeney American Eagle takedown as it's discovered that Sweeney voted Republican in Florida. Jasmine Crockett calls Trump a “piece of sh*t”. Kathy Hochul threatens Texas redistricting efforts as Democrats flee the state. Texas AG Ken Paxton joins us to react to Democrats leaving the Texas Capitol over redistricting. Democrats are grappling with how to handle Zohran Mamdani as Elizabeth Warren endorses Mamdani and Socialism. Stephen Yates from Heritage joins us to discuss the social media softening of Hamas, Pakistan adding Chinese helicopters to its fleet and more. Dana reacts to Cynthia Erivo's interesting debut as Jesus in “Jesus Christ Superstar”.Thank you for supporting our sponsors that make The Dana Show possible…Relief Factorhttps://ReliefFactor.com OR CALL 1-800-4-RELIEFTurn the clock back on pain with Relief Factor. Get their 3-week Relief Factor Quick Start for only $19.95 today! Byrnahttps://Byrna.com/danaGet your hands on the new compact Byrna CL. Visit Byrna.com/Dana receive 10% off. Patriot Mobilehttps://PatriotMobile.com/DanaDana's personal cell phone provider is Patriot Mobile. Get a FREE MONTH of service code DANA.HumanNhttps://HumanN.comSupport your cholesterol health with SuperBerine—on sale at Sam's Club from 7/23 to 8/17. Boost your metabolic health and save!Keltechttps://KelTecWeapons.comSee the third generation of the iconic SUB2000 and the NEW PS57 - Keltec Innovation & Performance at its bestAngel Studioshttps://Angel.com/danaGet free tickets to see Sketch in theaters on 8/6. Sign up for the Angel Studios Member's Guild and claim your perks todayAll Family Pharmacyhttps://AllFamilyPharmacy.com/Dana Medical freedom is American freedom. Use code DANA10 to get 10% off your order.Honeylovehttps://Honeylove.com/danaLook and feel amazing every day, and save 20% with code DANA!Webroothttps://WebRoot.com/Dana Protect your digital life and get 50% off Webroot Total Protection or Essentials, exclusively with my URL!Ruff Greenshttps://RuffGreens/com/DANAGive Ruff Greens a shot with the 90-day challenge. Get a FREE jumpstart trial bag, just cover shipping with promo code DANA.
The Texas Republicans weren't messing around. Their Trump-directed redistricting map could end the political careers of the three longest-serving Texas Democrats in Congress and shake up who represents Black and Hispanic districts. It all triggered heated exchanges in and around the Texas Capitol. We break it all down, plus give you the latest on the battle over THC products, the future of the STAAR test and another potential way Gov. Greg Abbott wants to stop property tax hikes. As an added bonus, we have a rare recording of Ronald Reagan weighing in on the evils of redistricting 35 years ago in one of his last speeches ever on the topic. Host Jeremy Wallace breaks it all down with Reporters Isaac Yu and Benjamin Wermund. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas:The last hearing by the State Select Committee on Congressional Redistricting on the Donald Trump-ordered redistricting of Texas' congressional district is expected to draw a massive crowd in opposition today: https://www.khou.com/article/news/politics/register-texas-redistricting-hearing-districts-austin/285-3b6de0f7-f03e-4ffb-9317-3c52432afe37...National Democrats are pledging to back their Texas counterparts, including a visit this week from U.S. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries of New York: https://www.fox7austin.com/news/hakeem-jefferies-joins-texas-democrats-help-fight-redistricting-effort...California Governor Gavin Newsom is looking at the first Tuesday in November for a possible special election to allow the retaliatory redistricting of that state, which could result in a 48-4 Democratic advantage: https://www.kcra.com/article/california-governor-gavin-newsom-possible-nov-4-special-election/65568148...The Texas Trump power grab is seen as a key, nationwide test case: will the Democratic Party show the stomach to actually stand up to Donald Trump? Texas is very much in the spotlight: https://www.nytimes.com/2025/07/31/opinion/texas-redistricting-democrats.htmlThe near-unbelievable fact that three of the primary public safety officials in Kerr County literally slept through the July 4 flood was central to yesterday's hearing on the matter in Kerrville yesterday: https://www.texastribune.org/2025/07/31/texas-kerr-county-officials-asleep-july-4-floods-hill-country/?_bhlid=52832be772a841f91bf27e4ab4a29a26cbf1747c...Even before nightfall, though, local officials in Kerr County appear to have neglected to follow the basics of their own emergency plan: https://www.texastribune.org/2025/07/31/kerr-county-emergency-plan/...Social media influencers who descended upon the flood zone highlight the difference between them and actual journalists: https://www.cbsnews.com/texas/video/influencers-in-flood-zone-spark-concern-texas-monthly/Austin friends and soccer fans! Mark your calendar for Monday September 15, when we will gather for a live podcast taping with legendary Austin goalkeeper Brad Stuver! Sponsorship opportunities are available now, and individual tickets will go on sale soon: https://act.progresstexas.org/a/allstaractivism_2025...The Brad Stuver interview will be co-hosted by Landon Cotham of the terrific Austin FC podcast Moontower Soccer: https://www.moontowersoccer.com/Progress Texas' financial reserves have dropped to about 3 months worth of funding. Help us avoid going on a permanent vacation this summer by becoming a sustaining member: https://progresstexas.org/join-pt-summer-vacation-membership-driveThanks for listening! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
Our weekly gathering happens while the final hearing on the Donald Trump-ordered redistricting of Texas for the sole purpose of protecting him from losing the GOP majority in the U.S. House next year - widely expected to happen without this kind of drastic measure - is even now ongoing at the Capitol. We sent Digital Associate Haley Smith into the fray to see what's what - she reports live from the scene, complete with interviews including Texas Democratic Party Chair Kendall Scudder, whose hat choices in headwear lately are damn straight on point.As we approach the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act passed under President and Texas Democrat Lyndon Baines Johnson, Progress Texas invites YOU to help us shine a spotlight on the truth—from our coalition work introducing the Barbara Jordan Texas Voting Rights Act in the 89th Legislative Session, to a live podcast taping with the NAACP Legal Defense Fund in Dallas on where voting rights stand today, to rapid response coverage of stop the steal rallies (attended by thousands and digitally brought to hundreds of thousands), to shaping the narrative in legacy media. Your donation is key to keeping us in this fight, and every penny helps - thank you. Join us here: https://act.progresstexas.org/a/60th_vraThanks for listening! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work at https://progresstexas.org.
Steve Gruber talks with Charlie Kolean, State Director of Americans for Citizens Voting, about the upcoming press conference at the Texas Capitol urging support for Proposition 16. Kolean explains why ensuring only American citizens can vote is a critical safeguard for election integrity, and why this measure has national implications far beyond Texas.
A special session is underway at the Texas Capitol, where lawmakers have a list of 18 items to address in just 30 days. While regulating THC products used to be at the top of the list, that all changed after the July 4th floods, and folks want answers and solutions to prevent similar tragedies from happening again. Plus, lawmakers are voluntarily taking on redistricting, to appease President Donald Trump. Host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by KUT's Blaise Gainey to talk about what to watch this special session. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 28th episode: Framebridge Visit Port Aransas Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter. Plus, get more from City Cast Austin when you become a City Cast Austin Neighbor. You'll enjoy perks like ad-free listening, invitations to members only events and more. Join now at membership.citycast.fm/austin Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
Just as soon as Texas lawmakers wrapped up the regular session, Gov. Greg Abbott surprised some by vetoing a highly contentious bill banning nearly all consumable hemp products and calling lawmakers back to hash it, and other bills, out once more. Host Nikki DaVaughn is joined by Sen. Sarah Eckhardt, a Democrat representing Austin, to find out what we can expect from the special session that starts July 21. Plus, Eckhardt shares Austin's biggest legislative wins and losses from the regular session. A quick note: We asked other lawmakers representing Austin at the Texas Capitol for interviews, but only Eckhardt was available. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 30th episode: Jones Dairy Farm Visit Port Aransas Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter. Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
In order to shore up a $33 million budget deficit without making deep programmatic cuts, Austin taxpayers may soon be asked to vote to increase taxes, Mayor Pro Tem Vanessa Fuentes tells City Cast Austin. In an interview at Austin City Hall with Executive Producer Eva Ruth Moravec, Fuentes talked about the tough discussions she's expecting to have during this year's unprecedented budget season, along with how Austin fared at the Texas Capitol this year, and how Austin police have changed since the Black Lives Matter protests in 2020. Plus, Fuentes' favorite hidden gems in District 2, and what she does to relax. Learn more about the sponsors of this June 24th episode: Cozy Earth - Use code COZYAUSTIN for 40% off best-selling sheets, towels, pajamas, and more. LBJ Presidential Library Zach Theatre Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter. Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: The man arrested over threats at the Texas Capitol last Saturday says he feels “set up.” The lack of charges and the way it wall was handled make you wonder if he is right. He is correct in asserting that the entire matter needs investigation.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.The “felony” charges brought against Ken Paxton have now been dismissed. Pratt on Texas listeners have been the most informed, correctly, on this matter from the moment it broke.We visit with star of the stage, Glenn Polk about his upcoming farewell performance as Peter the Rock at the Ragtown Gospel Theater.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com
The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Choosing an attitude of victimhood, especially seeing everything through the lens of race, leaves a person as, or more, poisoned than one who is a nasty racist bigot. A Bexar County-Court-At-Law judge is claiming that the only reason another Democrat is planning to run against her in next year's Democratic Primary, is due to her being black. It's as nasty to impute racism into someone else with no evidence for such as it is to be racist.And then there is this other bit showing today's Texas Democratic Party is a friend and promoter of perversion and communism: Texas Democrats Elect Socialist, “Pan-sexual” Vice-Chairman for Finance.Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Threats at the Texas Capitol on Saturday are said, by Governor Abbott, to have come from an armed man who was on Capitol grounds. KXAN reports on who sources say is the now arrested man.Lubbock County budget talks show the same old thing: County Judge Curtis Parrish wants more raises for himself and other officials than do commissioners and, Sheriff Rowe wants tons more money and personnel. However, something missed is this: Why doesn't UMC pick up the tab for the deputies? It has massive cash reserves and huge earnings. (Congrats to the AJ for actually having a meaningful news story – it happens rarely these days.)Election integrity stories that blend together: Key Election Security Efforts Met Resistance in the Texas House Attorney General Ken Paxton Opens Investigations into 33 Noncitizens for Illegally Voting in the 2024 Election MyPillow's Mike Lindell found liable for defamation, ordered to pay $2.3 million FBI gives Congress intel on alleged Chinese plot to create fake mail-in ballots in 2020 – “…in fact, another agency, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, had intercepted nearly 20,000 fake licenses around the time the intelligence came in a possible corroboration of the report, officials said.” Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com
In this episode of our summer series recapping the 2024 Christians Engaged Conference, we're excited to share two powerful messages from two inspiring leaders—Craig DeRoche, President of Family Policy Alliance, and Jonathan Saenz, President of Texas Values—as they share urgent and encouraging messages for our nation.Craig DeRoche emphasizes the vital role Christians must take in praying, voting, and engaging in the public square to uphold biblical values in our culture and government. He reminds us that the Church is the key to addressing America's challenges, calling believers to step forward with boldness and unity. Listen as he shares his Forrest Gump–style journey through American politics and the powerful realization that Christians Engaged is building the most effective movement of its kind in the nation today.Jonathan Saenz brings a passionate Texas perspective, emphasizing the foundational principles of faith, family, and freedom that define our state and nation. From his early advocacy at the Texas Capitol to his ongoing work defending pro-life and religious liberty laws, Jonathan challenges Christians to “show up” and be equipped to engage effectively in the political process. Drawing from Scripture and personal experience, he encourages believers not to fear opposition but to stand firm with courage and truth.Join us as we explore how Christians can move beyond the sidelines and become influential voices in this pivotal moment for our country.➡️ Subscribe to our channel for more inspiring conversationsWe exist to awaken, educate, and empower believers in Jesus Christ to:▪️ PRAY for our nation and elected officials regularly▪️ VOTE in every local, state, and national election to impact our culture ▪️ ENGAGE our hearts in civic education or involvement for the well-being of our local communities and our nation
Weekly Legislative Update Live from the Texas Capitol #txlege Sign up for Texas Values University! https://texasvaluesuniversity.com/ Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
Weekly Legislative Update Live from the Texas Capitol #txlege Sign up for Texas Values University! https://texasvaluesuniversity.com/ Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
James Henson and Joshua Blank talk about the progress made on major legislation this week and where the legislative leadership stands as the end of the regular session looms.
A look at the behind-the-scenes dealmaking happening at the Texas Capitol with less than two weeks until lawmakers gavel out on June 2. How proposed cuts to SNAP, formerly known as food stamps, would impact Texans. Apple has a plan to make it possible to use your laptop, phone and even smartwatch with brain control. […] The post As the clock winds down, Texas lawmakers scramble to pass key bills appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
In this special edition of "Economic War Room," Kevin Freeman reveals the behind-the-scenes battle to pass transactional gold and silver legislation — known as Pirate Money — in the Texas Capitol. From opposition by bankers and bureaucrats to last-minute sabotage and misleading “fiscal notes,” Kevin shares the political warfare most Americans never see. He recounts how similar bills have fared in states like Arkansas, Utah, and Florida, and the resistance from powerful interests that fear economic freedom. You'll hear about the legal manipulation, hit-and-run testimonies, and how integrity is under siege in the lawmaking process. Kevin pulls back the curtain on how your money, rights, and voice are being challenged — and what you can do about it.
Watch #texasvaluesreport with special guest Amie Ichikawa, Independent Women Ambassador, and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as Amie shares her story of being incarcerated in a women's prison with a male inmate. Watch our press conference during Women's Privacy Day of Action at the Texas Capitol. ALERT: We are at the end of the week and Chairman Ken King still has not set a hearing for SB 240, the Texas Women's Privacy Act. Time is running out! Call Chairman Ken King's office TODAY to ask for a hearing for SB 240! (512) 463-0736 Read full Action Alert here: https://buff.ly/G5i0eza Victory Channel interview with host Mike Garofalo and guest Mary Elizabeth Castle, Director of Government Relations for Texas Values on the Texas Women's Privacy Act. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1GhqV8oxBo/ Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
This week, Weekly Witness highlights the voices of Texas faith leaders who spoke during the Texas Impact Leadership Council's press conference on the south steps of the Texas Capitol on May 8th as we call out religious extremism. Joining us today are: Rev. Phil Dieke, Horizon Texas United Methodist Conference, Dallas Rev. Matt Gaventa, University Presbyterian Church, Austin Elyse Rosenberg & Bettie Forman, National Council of Jewish Women, Austin Darlene Alfred, United Women in Faith, Salado Joanna Redfield Vaughn, South Central Yearly Quaker Meeting, Austin Rev. Laura Walters, Grace Presbytery, Dallas Rev. Dr. Dan De Leon, South Central Conference United Church of Christ, College Station Find the full press conference online at: https://youtu.be/Fx5rLt7A8VA
As the Texas Legislative Session enters its final month things are hot-both in terms of public policy and feelings, and Texans of faith are working to be effective advocates through it all. Joining us for this week's program is the man who has seen it all in the Texas Capitol, Texas Impact's outside legislative counsel, Beaman Floyd. He is going to give us the lay of the land and talk us through how advocates can navigate the final few weeks of the session. It's not too late to join an Issue Team in the Legislative Action Center on the Texas Impact website.
With the help of President Trump, Gov. Greg Abbott has successfully bullied Texas Republican lawmakers into passing his signature policy initiative of school vouchers. So, with roughly 6 weeks to go in the legislative session, what will they argue about now at the Texas Capitol? Plenty including abortion, immigration, voting rights, and more. We'll break it down. Plus, Jeremy's got his up and down of the week and Scott institutes a swear jar for the show. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
ICYMI: Legislative champions State Rep Shelley Luther, State Senator Lois Kolkhorst, State Rep Mitch Little and US Congressman Chip Roy spoke at our 2025 Freedom Fight and Rally at the Texas Capitol. Watch here as they fire up the crowd and show their love for TFVC. https://youtu.be/hsldioFwIRs
Join us on #texasvaluesreport with Special Guest Claire Frugia, Legislative Director for Representative Andy Hopper, Startled by Man Entering Women's Restroom in Texas Capitol, and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as she shares the impact her story had on the new bathroom policy at the Texas Capitol and the importance of the Texas Women's Privacy Act. New bathroom policy based on sex at the Texas Capitol, credited in part to Claire's experience encountering a man in the women's restroom! https://txvalues.org/state-preservation-board-responds-new-policy-based-on-sex/ 76 Texas House Members, Including Democrats, Sign On In Support Of Texas Woman's Privacy Act https://txvalues.org/breaking-76-texas-house-members-including-democrats-sign-on-in-support-of-texas-womans-privacy-act/ Watch the video of Claire's experience encountering a man in the women's restroom at the Texas Capitol https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1AVCwkESNx/ Sign the petition to protect girls' and women's privacy across the state of Texas with the Texas Women's Privacy Act https://txvalues.org/texas-womens-privacy-act/ Save the date for our event in Ft. Worth on May 10th. Details coming soon! https://txvalues.org/events Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
Join us on Texas Values Report with special guest Brooke Slusser, Co-captain, San Jose State University Women's Volleyball Team, and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values Texas Case: AG Paxton In NCAA Lawsuit to Protect Female Athletes, Texas Values Supports https://txvalues.org/texas-case-today-ag-paxton-in-ncaa-lawsuit-to-protect-female-athletes-texas-values-supports/ Washington Times article addressing AG Paxton's lawsuit v. the NCAA https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/mar/20/ncaa-accused-allowing-loophole-transgender-athletes-updated-policy/ New bathroom policy based on sex at the Texas Capitol! https://txvalues.org/state-preservation-board-responds-new-policy-based-on-sex/ 76 Texas House Members, Including Democrats, Sign On In Support Of Texas Woman's Privacy Act https://txvalues.org/breaking-76-texas-house-members-including-democrats-sign-on-in-support-of-texas-womans-privacy-act/ Save the date for our event in Ft. Worth on May 10th. Details coming soon! https://txvalues.org/events Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
The Texas Impact team just worked with some incredible faith partners on the Family Matters: Faith Days at the Texas Capitol event. About 300 Texans of Faith gathered at the Texas Capitol and across the street at First United Methodist Church of Austin for three days of education, advocacy and activism. We had legislative visits to Capitol offices, singing in the rotunda, great panel discussions, a rally on the steps of the Capitol, and—the part that got the most attention in the media, a press conference dubbed "Texas Women of Faith Support the Life of the Mother Act Press Conference." At the press conference, Bee highlighted the postcard many of you… along with 6,000 other Texans of faith have signed calling for the Texas Legislature to “fix the abortion ban.” A room full of Texas women faith leaders spoke in favor of the bill, and the author of the House version of the bill, HB 44, the "Life of the Mother Bill" Rep. Charlie Geren spoke saying that in his 24 years, this is the most important bill he has ever carried. You can watch that entire press conference on Texas Impact's LegeTV channel on YouTube. So, this week we are going to talk about all of that with one of the Texas faith leaders who spoke at the press conference, Rev. Jessica Cain of Living Word Lutheran Church in Buda and Texas Impact Policy Advocate working on reproductive health issues, Rev. Kyle Riley.
Y'all, it is getting wild over at the Texas Capitol, and Texans of faith are in the midst of all of it with thousands of phone calls going in every week, members of Texas Impact's issue teams staying up until all hours of the night giving testimony, and the Texas Impact staff busting their tails working on behalf of our membership. If you have been paying attention to the Legislature at all—or have been on social media or paying attention to the news, you will know that the school voucher, or "Education Savings Account", bill has been front and center over the last few weeks.The Senate passed their ESA/Voucher Bill, SB 2, early on and this week, the House Public Education Committee had a hearing on their bill—HB 3. That hearing went 22 and a half hours with opposition from across the state and across the political and ideological spectrum. That committee is now deliberating to determine their next steps. Which means, it is important that Texans of faith mobilize our communities to talk to our legislators about why we support public schools, and why diverting public dollars to private schools would harm our communities. And, we are going to talk more about that today with our two guests, Texas Impact's Executive Director Bee Moorhead and outside legislative counsel, Beaman Floyd. If you missed it, Texas Impact's LegeTV has clips from the hearing. Be sure to subscribe to our Youtube channel to see more from the 89th Texas Legislature.
Join us on #texasvaluesreport with special guest Brian Harrison, State Representative, District 10, and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as we discuss banning radical gender ideology in public schools and more key pieces of legislation. Representative Brian Harrison filed budget riders to stop taxpayer funded DEI and LGBTQ indoctrination in Texas! https://x.com/brianeharrison/status/1898139915898270059 HB2339, the "Defunding Indoctrination in Education (DIE) Act," the boldest ban on DEI and LGBTQ indoctrination in America, which completely defunds any public university promoting it; filed by Rep. Harrison https://x.com/brianeharrison/status/1886496732936036421?s=46 A University of Texas class syllabus promotes transgenderism by COERCING STUDENTS TO CROSS-DRESS FOR HIGHER GRADES and encourages CHILD GROOMING! https://x.com/brianeharrison/status/1892359689452867913?s=46 Read more about Texas First Liberty Agenda - Make Texas Texas Again by Representative Brian Harrison https://x.com/brianeharrison/status/1895093586246418485?s=46 ACLU admits that men are in women's restrooms at the Capitol after years of denial! https://www.facebook.com/share/v/18fgRPpWYL/ It Happened Again! Young Woman Startled by Man in Women's Restroom at Texas Capitol, Texas Values Staff Member! https://txvaluesaction.org/it-happened-again-young-woman-startled-by-man-in-womens-restroom-at-texas-capitol-texas-values-staff-member/ Governor Greg Abbott expresses his support for Texas Woman's Privacy Act: https://x.com/jonathansaenzTX/status/1898934156429562139 Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
Join us on #texasvaluesreport with special guest Brian Harrison, State Representative, District 10, and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as we discuss banning radical gender ideology in public schools and more key pieces of legislation. Representative Brian Harrison filed budget riders to stop taxpayer funded DEI and LGBTQ indoctrination in Texas! https://x.com/brianeharrison/status/1898139915898270059 HB2339, the "Defunding Indoctrination in Education (DIE) Act," the boldest ban on DEI and LGBTQ indoctrination in America, which completely defunds any public university promoting it; filed by Rep. Harrison https://x.com/brianeharrison/status/1886496732936036421?s=46 A University of Texas class syllabus promotes transgenderism by COERCING STUDENTS TO CROSS-DRESS FOR HIGHER GRADES and encourages CHILD GROOMING! https://x.com/brianeharrison/status/1892359689452867913?s=46 Read more about Texas First Liberty Agenda - Make Texas Texas Again by Representative Brian Harrison https://x.com/brianeharrison/status/1895093586246418485?s=46 ACLU admits that men are in women's restrooms at the Capitol after years of denial! https://www.facebook.com/share/v/18fgRPpWYL/ It Happened Again! Young Woman Startled by Man in Women's Restroom at Texas Capitol, Texas Values Staff Member! https://txvaluesaction.org/it-happened-again-young-woman-startled-by-man-in-womens-restroom-at-texas-capitol-texas-values-staff-member/ Governor Greg Abbott expresses his support for Texas Woman's Privacy Act: https://x.com/jonathansaenzTX/status/1898934156429562139 Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Legislative leadership has clear corruption that needs rooting out and once again, Rep. Charlie Geren, enforcer/hatchetman for Straus, Bonnen, Phelan, and now Burrows, appears to be involved – no surprise is that! This issue is emblematic of all that is wrong in our country – a group of people who, once elected or in a position of perceived power, see themselves as a sort of American Aristocracy – that it inherently unAmerican.Other news from the legislature: Senators Approve Constitutional Amendment Protecting Parental Rights School Choice Battle Intensifies as Texas House Committee Hears Testimony Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Degenerate libs are in a huff because U.S. Rep. Self will not call a man a woman. Good on ya Congressman.Local sales tax receipts up $1.1 billionover March of last year but, it's a really mixed bag just as was February. Look up your city here.Remember the Battle of Refugio.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com
An estimated one in seven of Austin's short-term rentals is illegally operating, and City Council members are trying to change that. But those efforts have been underway for years, and have been largely unsuccessful, resulting in unfriendly legal rulings and bills filed at the Texas Capitol. Recently, council changed three regulations aimed to wrangle short-term rentals, but postponed enforcing two of the three changes until after the Texas Legislature leaves town. Sara Willa Ernst joins host Nikki DaVaughn in breaking down the changes, explaining how we got here, and digging into the actual problems. Learn more about the sponsors of this March 10th episode: Rodeo Austin Flyaustin Port Aransas Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter. Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE
During a recent live event at the San Antonio Express-News headquarters, Jeremy talked with GOP former Rep. Steve Allison and Democratic former House candidate Kristian Carranza about school vouchers, property taxes, and other issues central to the legislative session unfolding at the Texas Capitol. Our regular show with Quorum Report Editor Scott Braddock and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace returns later this week. Enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
People on the left and right enjoy Trump impersonations for different reasons. But it can go too far and it's becoming a bit of an issue at the Texas Capitol. Plus Gov. Abbott may be celebrating too soon on school vouchers and Jeremy digs into the similarities between Republicans now and some Democrats nearly 100 years ago. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week, we are joined by several of the speakers and participants in the Preventing Gun Violence Advocacy Day. First we talk with Jasir Rahman, a student at Rice University and Texas Youth Advocacy Coordinator with Team ENOUGH. Later in the episode we hear from Nicole Golden, Director of Texas Gun Sense, and Rev. Stephen Sanders from Oak Hill United Methodist Church shortly after the rally for gun violence prevention was held on the Texas Capitol steps on February 27th. Gun violence is always such a hard topic. Because so many of the folks who show up have traumatic stories to explain what brought them to this work. We heard stories from Uvalde families. We heard from people who had family members take their lives or who had friends involved in accidental deaths. And, while we marched to the Capitol with about 1,000 other advocates from across the state to rally on the South steps, we passed by over 1,000 t-shirts with the names of Texans who needlessly lost their lives to gun violence as part of a giant Vidas Robadas display. I want to give props to Texas Impact's Gun Violence Prevention team for their work on this event and to the Texas Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence for their work. If you want to learn more about Texas Impact's involvement or how you can get involved check out Action Center at texasimpact.org. Find out more about the work of Team Enough and Texas Gun Sense: https://www.bradyunited.org/take-action/join-movement/team-enough https://txgunsense.org/
Join us on #texasvaluesreport with special guest Dr. Eithan Haim, MD., Texas Children's Hospital Child "Sex-Change" Whistleblower and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as Dr. Haim breaks his silence since claiming victory! To support Dr. Eithan Haim, donate today at https://www.givesendgo.com/texas_whistleblower Hear more from Dr. Haim at Texas Faith & Family Day at the Texas Capitol on March 6, 9am-5pm. http://texasfaithandfamily.com Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
Join us on #TexasValuesReport with special guest @SteveTothTX, State Representative, District 15, and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as they discuss legislation filed by Rep. Toth. Follow Representative Steve Toth on X @Toth_4_Texas Save the date for Texas Faith & Family Day at Texas Public Policy Foundation and the Texas Capitol on March 6th. Register today! https://texasfaithandfamily.com/ Visit https://www.eaglepeakshootingrange.com/ to support our good friend Jim Day; owner of shooting ranges, who shares your values. Read our press release: Read our press release: https://txvalues.org/breaking-trump-doj-drops-charges-against-texas-child-sex-change-whistleblower-dr-eithan-haim/ Sign up for text alerts by texting the word TXVALUES to 797979 Save the date for Texas Faith & Family Day at Texas Public Policy Foundation and the Texas Capitol on March 6th. Register today! https://texasfaithandfamily.com/ Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
Stories we're following this morning at Progress Texas:Lawsuits against technical moves made by Elon Musk and his team of hackers that have exposed sensitive data are gaining steam:https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2025/02/federal-workers-sue-opm-elon-musk-takeover.html...Musk and DOGE's disruption of USAID has potentially derailed a new HIV vaccine, and has disrupted programs to mitigate malaria:https://futurism.com/neoscope/usaid-trial-hiv-vaccine...Senior Texas U.S. Senator John Cornyn says concern about Musk's bulldozing of the federal government is "hysteria" - he's up for re-election in 2026, and we need to get started on that now:https://www.kgns.tv/2025/02/06/texas-sen-cornyn-backs-trump-nominees-defends-elon-musks-role/...Musk's SpaceX company is becoming notorious among local South Texas contractors for failing to pay its bills:https://www.chron.com/culture/article/spacex-overdue-bills-texas-19454904.phpKen Paxton is targeting both Dallas and Irving ISD over accusations of allowing "boys to compete in girls sports", spurred by heavily edited and now-viral videos:https://www.keranews.org/education/2025-02-06/texas-paxton-trans-athletes-dallas-irving-isd-videoJanuary 6th rioter Andrew Taake, released after his pardon despite the Houston District Attorney wanting him held on a child sex charge, has been captured in rural Leon County after two weeks as a fugitive:https://www.texastribune.org/2025/02/06/arrest-trump-pardon-insurrection/Secular Houston and a coalition of partners are holding lobby days at the Texas Capitol on several bills related to religious freedom on Monday and Tuesday of next week:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1oJKNq0q702KVnFVY3BOq5d4LwsVR5NSr_9e3pXPZlO0/edit?gid=0#gid=0As Super Bowl weekend begins, former Texas Tech football coach and current Alabama U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville's claims of a close relationship with former Red Raider and current Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes are flatly denied by Mahomes:https://athlonsports.com/college/texas-tech-red-raiders/texas-tech-red-raiders-football-patrick-mahomes-super-bowl-tommy-tuberville-recruiting-commentsWe celebrate Black History Month throughout February! See a great essay on this year's celebration, happening amidst so much turmoil, and a listing of related events happening across Texas:https://progresstexas.org/blog/black-history-month-2025-celebrating-texas-cultureThe early giving period for this year's Amplify Austin Day has begun! Support Progress Texas at https://www.amplifyatx.org/organizations/progress-texas-institute.Progress Texas is now ranked in the top 3% of all podcasts worldwide for listenership - thank you!https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/progress-texas-podcasts-progress-texas-pHdPjbaN-7B/The merch to match your progressive values awaits at our web store! Grab your goodies at https://store.progresstexas.org/.We're loving the troll-free environment at BlueSky! Follow us there athttps://bsky.app/profile/progresstexas.bsky.social.Thanks for listening! Find our web store and other ways to support our important work athttps://progresstexas.org.
The far-right potentates of Christian nationalism not only say they speak to God, but they now claim to speak for God.They might, however, want to ponder a cartoon I recently saw. It pictured one of these pious flimflammers demanding entry to heaven, bragging that he had been God's personal messenger on Earth. “Really,” said God, “You don't look at all like Dolly Parton.”But now – GreatGodAlmighty! – here comes a gaggle of these lordly pretenders proclaiming that Yahweh has ordained their narrow religious sect to be America's governmental rulers. This month, a flock of these “chosen ones” descended on the Texas state capitol, announcing that God has instructed them to transform our government into an authoritarian arm of their own fundamentalist churches. “We take charge and authority of [this] legislative session,” one of their leaders declared, informing the rest of us that his cult has “been given spiritual jurisdiction over the affairs of men.”Unfortunately, this is not just another case of Crazy Texas. The extremist Christian nationalist show at the Texas Capitol was fully-embraced and coordinated by the extremist Republican governor, attorney general, legislative leaders, and state party hierarchy. More pointedly, it's all part of a messianic crusade by two Bible-thumping, West Texas oil billionaires, Tim Dunn and Farris Wilks. This plutocratic/theocratic duo is pumping unlimited sums of crude political cash into the GOP to “Christianize” elections and all public policies.So don't laugh – pay attention. This right-wing, religious, anti-democratic power play is unfolding all across America. Ludicrous as it seems, they're out to crucify our freedoms and force their state-run theology on everyone– all in the name of Jesus.Jim Hightower's Lowdown is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jimhightower.substack.com/subscribe
Join us on #texasvaluesreport with special guest Rep. Terri Leo-Wilson, State Representative, District 23, and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as they discuss legislation filed by Rep. Leo-Wilson. Read our press release: https://txvalues.org/breaking-trump-doj-drops-charges-against-texas-child-sex-change-whistleblower-dr-eithan-haim/ Join us at Texas Faith & Family Day at the Texas Capitol on March 4th. Register today! https://register.txvalues.org/txfaithandfamilyday Save the date for Texas Faith Fest September 12-13, 2025! More details coming soon. https://txvalues.org/events Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
A dramatic move at the Texas Capitol upends a decades-long tradition of power sharing as conservative Republicans succeed in banning Democrats from chairing legislative committees. The end of the CBP One program for asylum-seekers following President Donald Trump's inauguration has left many with questions about their future. And: Growing demand and industrial expansion have left […] The post Will Corpus Christi's water restrictions be enough to stem emergency? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Join us on #texasvaluesreport with special guest Ryan Bangert, Senior Vice President, Strategic Initiatives & Special Counsel to the President, @AllianceDefends (ADF), and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as Ryan shares his thoughts on AG Paxton's lawsuit against the NCAA under the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act for engaging in false and deceptive practices for marketing women's sporting events that ultimately allowed men to compete in women's sporting events. Follow Representative Ryan Bangert on X @ryanlbangert / Follow Alliance Defending Freedom on X @ADFLegal Read our press release on the most recent wins for women's sports: https://txvalues.org/breaking-weekend-win-for-womens-sports-with-texas-ag-lawsuit-against-ncaa-biden-withdraws-rule-on-men-in-womens-sports/ The win we've all been waiting for! #savewomenssports https://txvalues.org/breaking-women-triumph-in-bidens-war-on-women-with-breaking-court-victory/ Save the date for Texas Faith & Family Day at the Texas Capitol on March 14th. Date subject to change. Registration coming soon! https://txvalues.org/events/ Read our press release with the top stories of 2024 (TX): https://txvalues.org/breaking-top-stories-of-2024-tx/ Visit our favorite shooting range located in Garland and Leander https://www.eaglepeakshootingrange.com/ Sign up for text alerts by texting the word TXVALUES to 797979 Download our app today! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/texas-values/id6444873207 Learn more about Church Ambassador Network of Texas https://txvalues.org/church Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
Brian Phillips and Derek Cohen are joined by the State of Texas' Comptroller of Public Accounts, Glenn Hegar, to discuss the current and future state of Texas' financial integrity.1:17 Hot Take: What's your favorite rumor or myth about the Texas Capitol? 4:53 Guest Interview: Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar29:17 Survey Says: America has lost ground over the past four years35:46 Lies, Damn Lies, Statistics: Squatting in Texas46:53 What to Watch For
Since 1973, Texas Impact has hosted a service or celebration of public witness on the south steps of the Texas Capitol in conjunction with the opening of the Texas Legislature. This year, the Texas Legislature convened Tuesday, January 14, and so the Texas Impact crew, along with Texas faith leaders and elected representatives, gathered on the steps for a Celebration of Public Witness before the Legislature convened at noon. The representatives were ready to get to work, and the faith leaders hopefully set a tone for a session that could celebrate justice, diversity and working together for the common good. We decided to talk with some of the leaders from that service about their reflections and hopes and share that for our podcast today. You can watch the full services, or highlights on Texas Impact's YouTube channel or head to txfaith.org/cpw2025 for more content from the Celebration of Public Witness 2025 Special thanks to: Representative Salman Bhojani, House District 92 Rev. Leslie Jackson, Sr. Pastor, St. Peter United Church of Christ, Houston Maha Iskandar, Baha'i Faith, Irving Rabbi Nancy Kasten, Faith Commons, Dallas Saranjeet Singh, Sikh Faith, Central Texas Abel Vega, Rio Texas Conference, United Methodist Church, San Antonio
Join us on #TexasValuesReport with special guest Rep. @repjamesfrank, State Representative, District 69, and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as they discuss legislation filed by Rep. Frank and his insight into what he thinks will be some of the major issues dealt with by the House this session. Thank you to our generous sponsor of the show, Jim Day, of Eagle Peak Shooting Range in Leander, Texas, and Garland Public Shooting Range in Garland, Texas. https://www.eaglepeakshootingrange.com/ Follow Representative James Frank on X @RepJamesFrank Read our press release full of insight on the Texas Speaker of the House race: https://txvalues.org/important-texas-speaker-of-the-house-race-update/ Read our press release on the results of the Speaker race: https://txvalues.org/breaking-new-speaker-of-the-texas-house/ Read our press release on U.S. Supreme Court case out of Texas protecting kids from pornography: https://txvalues.org/supreme-court-hears-arguments-on-texas-law-protecting-kids-from-pornography/ Save the date for Texas Faith & Family Day at the Texas Capitol on March 14th. Registration coming soon! https://txvalues.org/events/ Sign up for text alerts by texting the word TXVALUES to 797979 Download our app today! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/texas-values/id6444873207 Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
It's go-time at the Texas Capitol as the 89th legislative session opens tomorrow, running through June 2. Blaise Gainey of The Texas Newsroom has a preview of what to expect. War on drugs? Or drug users? How a mass overdose event underscores what critics say is wrong with Texas' anti-drug strategy. You've heard of a […] The post What's a wolf moon? appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.
Join us on Texas Values Report with special guest Senator Bob Hall, State Senator, District 2, and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as they discuss legislation filed by Sen. Hall and his thoughts on what he thinks will be some of the major issues dealt with by the Senate and the House this session. Follow Senator Bob Hall on X @SenatorBobHall The first day of the 89th Legislative Session begins Tuesday, January 14th. Save the date for Texas Faith & Family Day at the Texas Capitol on March 14th. Registration coming soon! https://txvalues.org/events/ Read our press release full of insight on the Texas Speaker of the House race: https://txvalues.org/important-texas-speaker-of-the-house-race-update/ Read our press release with the top stories of 2024 (TX): https://txvalues.org/breaking-top-stories-of-2024-tx/ Sign up for text alerts by texting the word TXVALUES to 797979 Download our app today! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/texas-values/id6444873207 Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
Join us for the first #TexasValuesReport of 2025 with special guest Jay Richards, PhD, Director, Richard and Helen DeVos Center for Life, Religion, and Family and William E. Simon Senior Research Fellow, The @TheHeritageFoundation , host Mary Elizabeth Castle, Director of Government Relations, Texas Values as they discuss policy issues on gender identity and what's anticipated for the next Trump administration. Follow Dr. Jay Richards on X @DrJayRichards Follow The Heritage Foundation on X @Heritage Purchase Dr. Jay Richards' latest book Fight the Good Fight: How an Alliance of Faith and Reason Can Win the Culture War https://www.amazon.com/Fight-Good-Alliance-Reason-Culture/dp/1684515521 Read Dr. Jay Richard's article he co-authored with Daniel Buck, Gender Ideology as State Education Policy: https://www.heritage.org/education/report/gender-ideology-state-education-policy For policy news, conservative analysis and opinion, read The Daily Signal at https://www.dailysignal.com/ Save the date for Texas Faith & Family Day at the Texas Capitol on March 14th. Registration coming soon! https://txvalues.org/events/ Read our press release full of insight on the Texas Speaker of the House race: https://txvalues.org/important-texas-speaker-of-the-house-race-update/ Read our press release on the most recent wins for women's sports: https://txvalues.org/breaking-weekend-win-for-womens-sports-with-texas-ag-lawsuit-against-ncaa-biden-withdraws-rule-on-men-in-womens-sports/ Read our press release with the top stories of 2024 (TX): https://txvalues.org/breaking-top-stories-of-2024-tx/ Download our app today! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/texas-values/id6444873207 Sign up for text alerts by texting the word TXVALUES to 797979 Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
In our season 2 finale, Dr. Michelle Smith joins hosts Steven Stout, FASAE, CAE, and Katy Markert to explore strategies for associations ahead of the 2025 legislative session. Smith highlights the critical need for associations to engage with newly elected legislators, craft clear messaging strategies, and mobilize grassroots advocates. She also shares insights on navigating advocacy challenges, such as aligning internal priorities, leveraging storytelling, and using creative approaches to communicate effectively with decision-makers. This episode is sponsored by Higher Logic. Better By Association is produced by Association Briefings. Show notes Dr. Michelle Smith is a leading advocacy and legislative expert who has dedicated her career to advancing public policy and empowering communities to engage with their elected officials. Before founding Smith Advocacy in 2024, Dr Smith served as the executive director of Raise Your Hand Texas, a statewide advocacy organization focused on improving public education for over five million Texas students. Dr. Smith also worked with HillCo Partners for eight years, focusing on public education issues such as public school finance and school choice, as well as facilities funding, government transparency, and elections. During her tenure at HillCo Partners, Dr. Smith also served as the executive director of the Fast Growth School Coalition (FGSC) for five years. She adeptly combines and connects advocacy expertise, a deep knowledge of Texas politics, and practical experience to offer innovative approaches to today's advocacy and policy challenges. Her work in and around the Texas Capitol garnered accolades and awards, including recognition as Capitol Inside's Top 100 Hired Guns lobby list (2017, 2019) and Friend of the Year by Friends of Texas Public Schools (2018).
A Texas House committee on Tuesday subpoenaed death row inmate Robert Roberson to testify Friday at the Capitol. The 58-year old Roberson was sentenced to the death penalty for the 2003 death of his 2-year-old daughter, Nikki. In other news, the body of Texas native, a U.S. Army vet killed fighting for Ukraine, returned home Tuesday; the Dallas County Commissioners Court has given its elections vendor an ultimatum: prove the software problems that plagued the Nov. 5 general election are solved or lose the county's business; And Dallas is once again playing an early role in the physical rollout of a brand for Kendra Scott, who launched her namesake jewelry brand more than two decades ago. Yellow Rose by Kendra Scott has planted a flag in Dallas' West Village. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The race for the White House comes to Texas this weekend with Vice President Harris, Beyoncé, and Rep. Colin Allred rallying in Houston while former President Trump, Joe Rogan, and Sen. Ted Cruz appear in Austin. Plus: The case of death row inmate Robert Roberson brings stars to the Texas Capitol and a rebuke from Gov. Abbott, who saw his authority threatened by lawmakers who have questions about the state potentially executing an innocent man. Join the conversation with Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report, and Houston Chronicle political writer Jeremy Wallace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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