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Welcome to another episode of Risky Benefits! This week, our special guest is Dr. James Wilcox, who served as Superintendent of Longview Independent School District from 2007 to 2023 and now works as an Employee Benefits Consultant for FBMC. Dr. Wilcox shares fascinating insights from his long career in education, reflecting on the changes in the school system and the pressures today's students face. He discusses the importance of planning and innovative thinking in both education and employee benefits. Additionally, he provides tips for school districts on improving financial health and leveraging legislative opportunities like Texas Senate Bill 1882. Tune in as Dr. Wilcox shares his experiences and advice on creating a positive impact through education and benefits consulting.To listen in and subscribe to more episodes, visit our website: fbmc.com/podcast.

Welcome to another episode of Risky Benefits! This week, our special guest is Dr. James Wilcox, who served as Superintendent of Longview Independent School District from 2007 to 2023 and now works as an Employee Benefits Consultant for FBMC. Dr. Wilcox shares fascinating insights from his long career in education, reflecting on the changes in the school system and the pressures today's students face. He discusses the importance of planning and innovative thinking in both education and employee benefits. Additionally, he provides tips for school districts on improving financial health and leveraging legislative opportunities like Texas Senate Bill 1882. Tune in as Dr. Wilcox shares his experiences and advice on creating a positive impact through education and benefits consulting.To listen in and subscribe to more episodes, visit our website: fbmc.com/podcast.

Texas State Senator Angela Paxton encourages Texas moms to rally support for Texas Bill 13 by contacting their Senators. It's coming up for a vote very soon and it will protect Texas from sexually explicit material in school libraries.

Bitcoin strategic reserve legislation at the state level might prompt the US government to adopt a strategic reserve at the federal level with Texas Senate Bill 21 (SB-21), establishing a Bitcoin and crypto strategic reserve, passed the Texas Senate Banking Committee on Feb. 27 in a 9–0 vote and now advances to the Senate floor for further deliberation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, former Democratic State Representative Shawn Thierry reflects on her role in advocating for Texas Senate Bill 14 (TX SB14), which raised the minimum age for gender transition procedures to 18. Despite sharing concerns about the medicalization of minors with her fellow Democratic colleagues, Shawn was warned that her seat would be at stake for going on the record with her position and voting in favor of the bill. Her steadfast commitment to integrity led her to take a stand, even though it ultimately cost her re-election. Shawn discusses the two-year research process that shaped her decision, the personal risks she faced, and the pressures she encountered from within her own party. Throughout the conversation, she highlights the importance of principled leadership, unwavering dedication to doing what is right, and standing firm in the face of political and social pressures.For links and resources relevant to this episode, access the full show notes at https://www.widerlenspod.com/p/episode-201 Buy Our Book – When Kids Say They're Trans: A Guide for Thoughtful Parents at https://whenkidssaytheyretrans.com/   Join Our Listener Community to Access Exclusive Content at https://www.widerlenspod.com/   Support the Show at https://www.widerlenspod.com/p/support-the-show   Join the conversation on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@widerlenspod  For more information about Sasha's & Stella's parent coaching membership groups, visit:Sasha Ayad: https://sashaayad.com/parenting-coaching   Stella O'Malley: http://www.stellaomalley.com/parent-coaching  To learn more about our sponsors, visit:Therapy First at https://www.therapyfirst.org/  Genspect at https://genspect.org/  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.widerlenspod.com/subscribe   This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.widerlenspod.com/subscribe

This episode we speak with a Texas mother, Maeamour Blanton, whose pregnancy nearly resulted in a tragedy because of Texas Senate Bill 8 and the overturning of Roe vs Wade. This riveting account displays why we need to protect women's health during pregnancy at all cost.

In the first episode of Season 6, we chat with Sofia Winograd, the current Editor-in-Chief of the Houston Law Review. Sofia takes us through her background from growing up in Mexico City to deciding to go to law school. She shares some great tips on how she found success in her law school experience and explains why she decided to join the Law Review, ultimately stepping into the EIC role.Sofia opens up about how being EIC has been both what she expected and a bit different. We also talk about the strong community that Law Review creates and how the Houston Law Review makes a real impact on legal scholarship, even getting cited by the Supreme Court! Plus, she gives us a sneak peek into her upcoming article on Texas Senate Bill 17 and shares her vision for the future of the HLR. Tune in for a great conversation!To get a mailing or electronic subscription to the Houston Law Review click here. For more Emphasis Added content, follow us on Instagram and check out our video content on YouTube!

As we unfurl the vibrant tapestry of LGBTQ narratives, our Queer Voices family is set to embark on a heartfelt journey, resonating with both celebration and challenge. Our latest episode commemorates the cherished Lavender Graduation, an enduring beacon of progress for LGBTQ students, and we navigate the turbulent waters of Texas Senate Bill 17, highlighting the community's resilience at the University of Houston. Against a backdrop of adversity, witness the power of unity as students and alumni rally to honor the spirit of inclusivity.This week, the spotlight shines on the dynamic worlds of Desi Love Blake and Varla Jean Merman, two titans of drag who chart their glittering odysseys from childhood fascinations to the pinnacle of performance art. As Desi Love Blake recounts her ascent to Miss Gay America, her narrative is a masterclass in tenacity and self-expression, while Varla Jean Merman's vibrant storytelling captures the ever-evolving landscapes of drag culture. From New Orleans' artistic rebellion to New York's glitzy stages, their tales are emblematic of the courage and creativity that fuel the drag community's heart.Our conversation takes a turn towards the profound as we confront the controversies surrounding gender-affirming healthcare in the UK's Cass Review and its global reverberations. The complexities of transgender youth support are laid bare, and we dissect the potential ramifications on policy and the lives of those affected. Through engaging discussions and personal insights, this episode is an enlightening collage, reflecting on the triumphs, the trials, and the tireless pursuit of acceptance that defines the queer experience. Join us for an episode that promises to educate, inspire, and celebrate the rich diversity of queer voices.Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here. Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond. Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

After a prolonged legal back-and-forth that ultimately saw it paused again, Texas Senate Bill 4 returned to the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals yesterday. We’ll have the latest on where the immigration law stands.You’ve likely heard the poll numbers in the presidential race. Do you trust them? Some tips on following the many surveys we’ll […] The post What you should know about polling going into election season appeared first on KUT & KUTX Studios -- Podcasts.

The back-and-forth over Texas Senate Bill 4 is just the latest in a series of border security disputes between the state and the federal government. This week's episode of Texas Wants to Know digs into who's responsible for what when it comes to the border. UNT Dallas College of Law professor and former U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of Texas Brian Owsley says control of the border is ultimately a federal responsibility. Jeremy Wallace, a political reporter for the Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News, adds that covering the border requires more nuance than we often give it.

The back-and-forth over Texas Senate Bill 4 is just the latest in a series of border security disputes between the state and the federal government. This week's episode of Texas Wants to Know digs into who's responsible for what when it comes to the border. UNT Dallas College of Law professor and former U.S. Magistrate Judge for the Southern District of Texas Brian Owsley says control of the border is ultimately a federal responsibility. Jeremy Wallace, a political reporter for the Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News, adds that covering the border requires more nuance than we often give it.

The controversial measure would allow the state to arrest illegal immigrants, and even deport them.

Donald Trump sues George Stephanopoulos over some slanderous comments made during an interview with Rep. Nancy Mace (R-S.C.), an actual victim of rape, on ABC's “This Week.” The U.S. Supreme Court voted in favor of Texas Senate Bill 4, which allows the state to arrest immigrants suspected of entering the country illegally. President Joe Biden is angry that Georgia and Michigan polls reveal he's losing ground to his Republican opponent. And a newsletter from the intelligence community suggests crossdressing makes better spies. Eric July, founder of Rippaverse Comics; and actor, producer, and BlazeTV contributor Matthew Marsden join the show. Plus, we have a special guest segment with Texas state Representative Nate Schatzline. Today's Sponsors: Birch Gold Text SARA to 989898 and get your free info kit on gold. PreBorn! To donate, dial #250 and say the keyword “baby” or go to https://preborn.com/sara.   Blaze Originals Go to https://therealbordercrisis.com and use code BORDER to get $30 off your BlazeTV+ subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Senate Bill 4 is currently scheduled to take effect no earlier than Monday, March 18 at 4 p.m. CT. The U.S. Supreme Court is being asked by advocates for immigration to prevent the law from being enforced until it can be declared unconstitutional.

Also, a 17-year-old who was arrested for shooting at an officer was found out to be involved with other criminal activity, and another shooting in Fort Worth's West Seventh Entertainment District happened during St. Patrick's Day weekend.

The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday extended a freeze on Texas' Senate Bill 4. The stay will last until March 18th. During this time, the court will consider whether or not it will allow Texas to enforce the bill, which would make crossing the border illegally a crime.  The first offense would be a misdemeanor punishable by up to six months in jail, and additional offenses could result in a second-degree felony with a punishment of two to 20 years. Texas wants to know, what's the latest on SB4?

The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday extended a freeze on Texas' Senate Bill 4. The stay will last until March 18th. During this time, the court will consider whether or not it will allow Texas to enforce the bill, which would make crossing the border illegally a crime.  The first offense would be a misdemeanor punishable by up to six months in jail, and additional offenses could result in a second-degree felony with a punishment of two to 20 years. Texas wants to know, what's the latest on SB4?

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: Last night the U.S. Supreme Court blocked the enforcement of Texas Senate Bill 4 which allows the state to arrest illegal border crossers, and more, until the Court decides what it will do with the case. Meanwhile, the great Paul Bedard reports on a Biden program that should shock Americans: Biden secretly dumped 320,000 ‘inadmissible' illegal immigrants into US cities. These are people flying directly into the U.S. from Latin America, not crossing the land border.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.Anti-Wimp: Alleged thief shot, killed by vehicle owner in San Antonio.More news of school districts and electioneering: Attorney General Ken Paxton Secures Injunction Against Denton ISD for Illegal Electioneering Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Hutto ISD for Illegal Electioneering  Leftwing Teachers Unions Quietly Spend Millions on GOP Primaries including in Texas.Listen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

It's Super Tuesday and Kyrsten Sinema is not seeking another term, nor is Michelle Obama. Facebook experienced technical difficulties and Charles Barkley vows to punch Black people if they wear Donald Trump's mugshot. Biden's now shuttled over 320,000 illegal immigrants to a city near you, but the Supreme Court has stayed Texas Senate Bill 4 which would allow them to do something about it. New York Representative Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) gets a taste of her own medicine, and our favorite prosecutor Fani Willis, along with her RICO case against the former president, is in serious trouble. Eric July, Founder of Rippaverse Comics, joins the show. TODAY'S SPONSOR: Pre-Born TO DONATE, DIAL #250 AND SAY KEYWORD “BABY,” OR GO TO https://preborn.com/sara Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Phillips is joined by TPPF's Vice President of Policy, Andrew Brown, and Director of Litigation, Chance Weldon, to discuss Texas Senate Bill 14, which prohibits gender modification procedures for children in the state.

In this episode, Timon Cline interviews Joshua Abbotoy, Executive Director of American Reformer, about his latest article "American Crisis" published in American Reformer. Abbotoy contends that Texas Governor Abbott should adopt the "Old Hickory Option" by posing a credible threat of noncompliance with any federal order restricting the enforcement of Texas Senate Bill 4, which empowers Texas law enforcement secure the border and enforce federal immigration law.   Read "American Crisis" by Joshua Abbotoy: https://americanreformer.org/2024/01/american-crisis/   #AmericanCrisis #BorderCrisis #Immigration #USBorder #SouthernBorder #Texas #GregAbbott #IllegalImmigration   Josh abbotoy is the Executive Director of American Reformer. He is also a Managing Director at New Founding. A seasoned private equity lawyer by background, Josh is the grateful beneficiary of Christian education, having been homeschooled, then earning his B.A. (History) from Union University and an M.A. (Medieval and Byzantine Studies) from the Catholic University of America before earning his J.D. at Harvard Law School. His writing has appeared in American Reformer, the American Mind and the Federalist, among other places. Josh lives with wife and three children in the Dallas, Texas area.   Learn more about Josh Abbotoy's work: https://americanreformer.org/about/ https://www.newfounding.com/about   Timon Cline is the Editor-in-chief of American Reformer. Prior to his appointment as editor-in-chief, he was a deputy attorney general in the Office of the New Jersey Attorney General. He is a graduate of Rutgers Law School and Westminster Theological Seminary, the Director of Scholarly Initiatives at the Hale Institute at New Saint Andrews College, a fellow at the Craig Center at Westminster Theological Seminary, and an opinion contributor at World. His writing has appeared at American Mind, the American Conservative, and Modern Reformation, among others. He is a member of the Orthodox Presbyterian Church and lives in Philadelphia with his wife and son.   Learn more about Timon Cline's work: https://americanreformer.org/about/ ––––––   Follow American Reformer across Social Media: X / Twitter – https://www.twitter.com/amreformer Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/AmericanReformer/ Website – https://americanreformer.org/   Promote a vigorous Christian approach to the cultural challenges of our day, by donating to The American Reformer: https://americanreformer.org/donate/   Follow Us on Twitter: Josh Abbotoy – https://twitter.com/Byzness Timon Cline – https://twitter.com/tlloydcline   The American Reformer Podcast is  hosted by Josh Abbotoy and Timon Cline, recorded remotely in the United States, and edited by Jared Cummings.   Subscribe to our Podcast, "The American Reformer" Get our RSS Feed – https://americanreformerpodcast.podbean.com/ Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-american-reformer-podcast/id1677193347 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1V2dH5vhfogPIv0X8ux9Gm?si=a19db9dc271c4ce5

After the Texas Legislature spent much of 2023 in session, a bevy of new laws go into effect on New Year's Day, though some have been delayed by lawsuits challenging their constitutionality. The Austin American-Statesman reported on Texas Senate Bill 17 (SB 17), a new law that institutes a ban on programs and policies “designed or implemented in reference to race, color, or ethnicity” at Texas public universities or colleges — commonly known as diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI. GOP lawmakers who pushed the ban through argued that DEI programs are divisive. Those opposing the ban said it would...Article Link

The ink was barely dry on a law signed by Gov. Greg Abbott that makes unauthorized entry into the United States a state crime before a lawsuit was filed by civil rights groups and El Paso County challenging its constitutionality. The Austin American-Statesman reported the suit was filed in an Austin federal court by the American Civil Liberties Union and two immigrant advocacy groups on behalf of the county. The complaint says Texas Senate Bill 4 (SB4), passed in the recently concluded fourth special session, is “patently illegal” and that it violates “the federal government's exclusive immigration powers and the...Article Link

On today's show, Mike Slater monologues on the rise of couples who classify themselves as DINKs (Dual-Income, No Kids) and why they'll never be as happy as people who have children. Is that a hot take in 2023? Is parenthood THAT important in today's world?Following that, Texas State Rep. David Spiller (R-68) stops by to talk to Slater about the Texas Senate Bill 4 that effectively bans sanctuary cities in the Lone Star State. What can the rest of our country learn from this powerful bill and are actions like this the proper way to handle illegal immigration in America? Find out with this powerful interview!

Why do we mow our lawns? That's the question posed by our guest, artist and urban ecologist Chris Kennedy of the Urban Systems Lab and Central Texas Mycological Society; the answer is a tangle of municipal policy, attitudes toward property ownership, and status anxiety. Chris joins the pod to tell us about his research into city lawn ordinances and weed-control laws in the United States. In the City of Austin, having “grass and weeds more than 12 inches in height is considered an unsanitary condition and a code violation,” and many homeowners' associations mandate that turfgrass must comprise a minimum of 25% of a front yard, despite local water restrictions. We discuss how these strictures are rooted in redlining practices and fear of the natural world, how they stand in opposition to sustainable or regenerative landscaping practices, and what citizens here in town, and around the country, are doing about it. Mentioned in this episode: Austin's Tall Weeds and Grass Ordinance; the municipal code; a cringe video about weeds on the city's official YouTube page; “Rethinking The American Lawn” by Will McCarthy in Texas Monthly, about Lewisville, Texas;  “Weeding Out Bad Vegetation Ordinances” by Bret Rappaport and Bevin Horn; Sustainable Development Code; updates to codes to allow managed natural landscapes in Minneapolis, Austin; pushback from residents in Ontario and Chicago in 2018 and 2019; a sunflower citation in south Austin in 2021; complaints about how the city fails to follow its own rules; San Antonio DSA's Code Busters; Texas Senate Bill 198 “relating to restrictive covenants regulating drought-resistant landscaping or water-conserving natural turf;” Joan Nassauer's “Cues to Care”; and the “NYC Glyphosate Map” by Reverend Billy. Music: “Egypt” by Weldon Irvine and “Don't Forget Your Neighborhood” by Cola Boyy and Avalanches. Support The Horticulturati by joining our Patreon. Email us at info@horticulturati.com 

Virtual education in Texas has taken a step into the future, after senators Paul Bettencourt (R-Houston) and Royce West (D-Dallas), the two longest-serving members of the Senate Education Committee, passed Committee Substitute House Bill 681, by State Rep. Keith Bell (R-Forney), out of the Texas Senate May 24 on a bipartisan vote, 27-4. Based on the bipartisan unanimous recommendations of the Texas Commission on Virtual Education, on which Bettencourt and West served, HB 681 headed back to the House of Representatives for concurrence, before being sent to Gov. Greg Abbott to sign. “Virtual education is blasting past the COVID years...Article Link

The Texas legislature meets once every two years, and they are spending a great deal of this session on bills that would advance religion. We return to our conversation on the Ten Commandments bill in Texas, as we saw a groundswell of opposition to the bill when it headed to the state House. Amanda and Holly take a look at some viral moments, and we share an exclusive conversation with Texas state Rep. James Talarico, who spoke in opposition to this bill as a lawmaker, a former schoolteacher, and a Christian.  SHOW NOTES: Segment 1 (starting at 00:38): Why are we still talking about this? Last week's program on the Ten Commandments bill in Texas (Senate Bill 1515) is episode 20 of season 4. You can listen to it on our website. We played the viral video of state Rep. James Talarico questioning the author of the bill. You can watch it on Twitter. An advocate in Waco put together this petition opposing SB 1515, available for Texans who oppose the bill as people of faith to sign.   Segment 2 (starting at 12:39): A conversation with Texas state Rep. James Talarico You can see video clips of the interview with Amanda and Texas state Rep. James Talarico in a Twitter thread she posted. It is also available on YouTube and on a reel posted by the @endchristiannationalism Instagram account.   Segment 3 (starting at 27:32): Putting this discussion into focus For additional resources on the various ways religions interpret and list the commandments, a chart from New World Encyclopedia shows how different traditions order them. You can see a list of the 613 Mitzvot (Commandments) here. Visit this website for a side-by-side comparison of the Ten Commandments as listed in Deuteronomy 5 and Exodus 20. We played a clip of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg questioning Paul Clement in 2005 during oral arguments in the Van Orden v. Perry case. You can listen to the full argument here, and the clip we played is from 51:24 in the audio recording of the argument. Respecting Religion is made possible by BJC's generous donors. You can support these conversations with a gift to BJC. 

On this episode, Regina and Monica discuss Kentucky Derby fever, and Texas Senate Bill 1515 requiring the Ten Commandments to be posted in every classroom across the state. Lastly, we'll talk about a story close to home. Regina's kid was randomly selected for a drug prevention coalition conference being held at a church. Listen in and stay tuned for updates on that one!

Crypto News Today! We discuss the potential impacts of AI and Crypto colliding. How will artificial intelligence impact crypto Auditing and Hacking? Also, can web3 developers be replaced by AI? Bitcoin is retracing from highs, but to where? We break down Binance and Bitcoin Withdrawals. NFTs have taken a beating, what could AI do to the NFT space? Deus was hacked and DEI stable coin has de-peged, what happened here? What are the impact of Texas Senate Bill 1751 vs. Bitcoin? Join Blockbytes for all this and MORE, everyday at 12PM EST for The Daily Show! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 BLOCKBYTES LIVE DAILY 12PM EST. 3:05 Market Analysis 12:25 Binance + Bitcoin Withdrawal Issues 19:15 AI Impacts on Blockchain 32:00 AI Replacing Artists? | NFTS 40:20 AI Replacing Developers? 42:50 DEUS Finance EXPLOIT | $DEI Depegged 57:22 Texas Senate Bill 1751 | Curbs Bitcoin Mining Incentives 1:09:00 LIKE THE VIDEO! #Bitcoin #cryptocurrency ------ Nothing you read/see on Blockbytes YouTube or blockbytes.com should be considered financial advice. Please use all of the information available to you and do your own research. There are many risks inherent with Crypto currency investing which includes up to complete loss of funds. So please never invest with money you cannot afford to lose. All of Blockbytes content is for entertainment purposes only and the opinions of the presenters and guests do not necessarily reflect the views of Blockbytes LLC. Nothing you see in any of the blockbytes content should be considered a solicitation to buy or sell any assets. Any links of which Blockbytes receives a commission will be clearly marked as such. If you like the content that we produce and can use the products then please consider using our referral links above.

They did it again, the dumb fanatics strike again in Texas forcing their delusions on children with complete disregard for the diverse fabric of each classroom. we couldn`t resist taking a shit/stab at this, well.. it does affect us and our children since we are living under the religious tyranny of the dying breed of religious freaks.

The history of abortion in the United States since 1970 has been marked by legal, political, and cultural shifts that have continually influenced the debate over reproductive rights. Here is a brief overview of the key events and turning points during this period: Roe v. Wade (1973): This landmark Supreme Court decision ruled that a woman's right to have an abortion is protected by the Constitution under the right to privacy. It established a legal framework in which states could regulate abortion but could not ban it outright before fetal viability (approximately 24 weeks of pregnancy). Roe v. Wade significantly expanded access to abortion throughout the United States. Planned Parenthood v. Casey (1992): This Supreme Court decision upheld the essential holding of Roe v. Wade but allowed states to impose certain restrictions on abortion as long as they did not place an "undue burden" on a woman's ability to access the procedure. This led to the implementation of various restrictions by states, such as waiting periods, parental consent laws, and mandatory counseling. Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Act (2003): This federal law, signed by President George W. Bush, banned a specific late-term abortion procedure known as intact dilation and extraction. The law was challenged but ultimately upheld by the Supreme Court in the 2007 case, Gonzales v. Carhart. Affordable Care Act (2010): Also known as Obamacare, this law required most insurance plans to cover women's preventive health services, including contraception, without co-pays or deductibles. However, it also allowed states to restrict or prohibit insurance coverage for abortion services. Whole Woman's Health v. Hellerstedt (2016): This Supreme Court decision struck down two Texas laws that imposed strict regulations on abortion providers, such as requiring doctors performing abortions to have admitting privileges at nearby hospitals and requiring clinics to meet surgical-center standards. The Court ruled that these restrictions placed an undue burden on women seeking abortions and were thus unconstitutional. Heartbeat Bills (2018-2021): In this period, several states passed so-called "heartbeat bills," which banned abortions once a fetal heartbeat could be detected, as early as six weeks into pregnancy. Many of these laws were challenged in court, leading to injunctions and legal battles that continue today. Texas Senate Bill 8 (2021): This law bans abortions after approximately six weeks of pregnancy and allows private citizens to sue anyone who aids, abets, or performs an abortion in violation of the law. The Supreme Court declined to block the law in September 2021, leading to concerns about its potential implications for Roe v. Wade and other state-level abortion restrictions. The history of abortion in the United States since 1970 has been characterized by legal battles and changing social attitudes, with an ongoing struggle between those who advocate for reproductive rights and those who seek to restrict or ban abortion. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chrisabraham/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chrisabraham/support

On this edition of the Bitcoin Builders Weekly Breakdown, NLW looks at a number of the big stories shaping bitcoin over the past week. He discusses the shutdown of P2P bitcoin marketplace Paxful, coming just months after the closure of Local Bitcoins. He also talks about Texas Senate Bill 1751 and the state-by-state battle for "Right to Mine" legislation.   To join the discussion: bit.ly/breakdownpod Thanks to our sponsor: In Wolf's Clothing // Wolf is the first startup accelerator focused exclusively on Bitcoin and Lightning // Learn more at wolfnyc.com  Bitcoin Builders is produced and hosted by Nathaniel Whittemore. Lead researcher is Scott Hill. Edited by Kyle Barbour-Hoffman. Images by Midjourney. Theme music is "Everybody Dance" by True Ripper, licensed via Track Club. Ad music is "Easy's First Tiger" by Bossfight

Asian Americans have long dealt with discrimination and bias, but the issue has gotten much worse since the onset of the pandemic. Subcommunities of the Asian population who previously were not discriminated against now are. Shocking hate crimes have rocked the nation and now the threat of Texas Senate Bill 147 is preventing ALL Chinese and North Korean citizens from buying homes. Learn from Hope Atuel, CEO and executive director of Asian Real Estate Association of America what you can do to help.Mentioned in this episode:OCN eventsWomens magazine

Starting off the episode with an embarrassing story time; yes, it's been weeks and I'm still not over it. Also, do you guys think I should send the NFL an invoice for ruining my birthday weekend? Let me know. This week we're discussing John Battaglia, a convicted murderer executed by the state of Texas for filicide in 2018. Just an awful story, devastating. This prompted Texas Senate Bill 1408 (SB 140), passed by the Seventy-Seventh Texas Legislature. The bill had two main purposes: (1) to give direction to judges "regarding the appointment of sole custody in family violence cases," and (2) to change the way Texas courts handle visitation when a parent has a history of domestic violence. Here we go.. have your tissues ready for this one. | https://www.thehotline.org/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=domestic_violence | https://www.justice.gov/ovw/domestic-violence | https://www.justice.gov/ovw/domestic-violence | https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5282617/ | https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Battaglia | https://www.texastribune.org/2018/02/01/dallas-man-who-killed-his-daughters-set-again-execution/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/suspectpodcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/suspectpodcast/support

After the passage of Texas Senate Bill 8, which severely limited women's access to abortion care, Lyft sprung into action to protect its stakeholders. This episode, including behind-the-scenes perspective from Dominic Carr, VP of Comms at Lyft, features the 2022 winners of the student case study competition that Page holds every year together with the Institute for Public Relations. Both the case study and the recording took place before the Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson was decided, but the key themes and takeaways remain relevant.

HEADLINE: SF Examiner editorial board demands Pope remove archbishop who barred Pelosi from communion over abortion by Kristine Parks  FROM HIS LETTER : You are not to present yourself for Holy Communion and, should you do so, you are not to be admitted to Holy Communion - Archbishop Salvatore Cordileone  He states that he has called her office, he has had numerous attempts to explain to her why her public stance on abortion is wrong and she is no longer allowed to receive Communion while in the state she is in. Here is the full Text of the letter sent to Pelosi: To the Speaker of the House of Representatives of the United States Congress Nancy Pelosi The Second Vatican Council, in its Decree on the Church in the Modem World, Gaudium et spes, reiterated the Church's ancient and consistent teaching that “from the first moment of conception life must be guarded with the greatest care while abortion and infanticide are unspeakable crimes” (n. 51). Christians have, indeed, always upheld the dignity of human life in every stage, especially the most vulnerable, beginning with life in the womb. His Holiness, Pope Francis, in keeping with his predecessors, has likewise been quite clear and emphatic in teaching on the dignity of human life in the womb. This fundamental moral truth has consequences for Catholics in how they live their lives, especially those entrusted with promoting and protecting the public good of society. Pope St. John Paul II was also quite consistent in upholding this constant teaching of the Church, and frequently reminded us that “those who are directly involved in lawmaking bodies have a ‘grave and clear obligation to oppose' any law that attacks human life. For them, as for every Catholic, it is impossible to promote such laws or to vote for them” (cf. Doctrinal Note on some questions regarding the participation of Catholics in political life [November 24, 2002], n. 4, §1). A Catholic legislator who supports procured abortion, after knowing the teaching of the Church, commits a manifestly grave sin which is a cause of most serious scandal to others. Therefore, universal Church law provides that such persons “are not to be admitted to Holy Communion” (Code of Canon Law, can. 915). With regard to the application of these principles to Catholics in political life, then-Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, as Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith, wrote to the U.S. bishops in 2004 explaining the approach to be taken: “… when a person's formal cooperation becomes manifest (understood, in the case of a Catholic politician, as his consistently campaigning and voting for permissive abortion and euthanasia laws), his Pastor should meet with him, instructing him about the Church's teaching, informing him that he is not to present himself for Holy Communion until he brings to an end the objective situation of sin, and warning him that he will otherwise be denied the Eucharist. When ‘these precautionary measures have not had their effect … ,' and the person in question, with obstinate persistence, still presents himself to receive the Holy Eucharist, ‘the minister of Holy Communion must refuse to distribute it.'”  In striving to follow this direction, I am grateful to you for the time you have given me in the past to speak about these matters. Unfortunately, I have not received such an accommodation to my many requests to speak with you again since you vowed to codify the Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision in federal law following upon passage of Texas Senate Bill 8 last September. That is why I communicated my concerns to you via letter on April 7, 2022, and informed you there that, should you not publicly repudiate your advocacy for abortion “rights” or else refrain from referring to your Catholic faith in public and receiving Holy Communion, I would have no choice but to make a declaration, in keeping with canon 915, that you are not to be admitted to Holy Communion. 

A year ago today, Republican Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law Texas Senate Bill 8, also known as the Texas Heartbeat Act. The law bans abortion after about six weeks of pregnancy — before many people even know they're pregnant. It also employed a novel legal strategy that empowered ordinary people to enforce the law by suing anyone who may have helped facilitate the abortion.Many observers thought the law would be blocked from taking effect or overturned after passing. That didn't happen. The Supreme Court had three opportunities to consider the law and didn't, signaling that the court could be open to overturning Roe v. Wade. In the recent uproar over the leaked Supreme Court draft opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization, it's been easy to forget about the impact and significance of Texas's law. But a year later the law still stands in the state, blocking abortions after about six weeks. Today on Post Reports, on the anniversary of the Texas abortion ban, national political reporter Caroline Kitchener brings us the story of the activist who helped to craft the law, the doctor who tried to challenge it, and the lessons both sides have taken away from its success.Read more:Caroline Kitchener examines whether a national abortion ban is possible in a post-Roe world. You can also read her profile of Dr. Alan Braid.

Kenny Coleman, a resident of Houston, Texas and Chairperson for PLAP, i.e. People's Legal Aid Project. We are a local non-profit corporation organized in Texas to help bring parity to the criminal justice system in the hopes of saving lives. We are a relatively new organization (established in 2021) and so we need help to reach the public so that people may be aware that we are here for the people and of our current fundraisers. https://Othal.org Maisha Colter is the CEO of AVDA (Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse) Teen Dating Violence Awareness. The recent fatalities in our community have brought dating violence to the forefront. It is important to know the signs. Dating violence is preventable. Texans have had enough of teen dating violence and its sometimes deadly consequences, as witnessed by the recent enactment of Texas Senate Bill 9 requiring public schools to educate students about abuse. This past February, as part of its Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month activism, AVDA (Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse) is reaching out to school districts and educating the public on why and how to comply with the new requirement.

In the second half of my two-part interview with Hannah Miyamoto, we discuss another recent Supreme Court ruling on Texas Senate Bill 8, which bans most abortions after six weeks and authorizes private citizens to enforce it. This leads to a wide-ranging conversation about how the issue of reproductive rights could put the country on a collision course similar to how the slavery issue led to the Civil War. This interview was recorded on February 14, 2022. NOTES: 1. Pacifico Studios YouTube channel; https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCodOnpgLp1-Hfv50JBSLLPA 2. "The new Georgia Abortion Ban could start a new Civil War. — Not that that's a bad thing.", by Hannah Miyamoto, Medium, May 26, 2019; https://medium.com/@FreeCalifornia/the-new-georgia-abortion-ban-could-start-a-new-civil-war-ea76e9003c7f MUSIC CREDITS: 1. "Sexy Sneaky Cool Groove", by PhilLarson; elements.envato.com 2. "Vastness", by Andrew Ev; https://mixkit.co/ IMAGE CREDIT: 1. Hannah Miyamoto, used with permission

Rich invites legal scholar, Professor Anthony Colangelo from Southern Methodist University, to talk about how meticulously and deviously crafted Texas Senate Bill 8- , which "relates to abortion, including abortions after detection of an unborn child's heartbeat; authorizing a private civil right of action." written by Republicans, and passed 90-1 by the party.  Professor Colangelo breaks down how it cleverly it was written, and how ridiculous it could be to enforce, as well illustrating the insanely large net of liability that could get cast over everyone involved. Support the show (https://RichardHelppie.com)

Dr. Nicole Lee Plenty is a double-board certified OB-GYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist in Texas. In this episode she discusses the details and impact of Texas Senate Bill 8, also known as the "Heartbeat Bill." Dr Plenty explains the effects of this law on patients and physicians in Texas and what this might mean for those in other states. She talks about her day-to-day experience, the discrepancies surrounding this law, and how you can make a difference on this and other issues. Dr Plenty is an author of the Chronicles of Women in White Coats Book 3 and the creator of Pregnancy Pearls – With Dr. Plenty. Her website is drnicoleplenty.com Are you looking to use up your CME funds before the end of the year? Look no further than our 2021 Women in White Coats Virtual Conference and Wellness Retreat. It was an amazing event and women doctors left feeling uplifted and empowered and a part of our community while also earning 11.5 CME credits. If you missed it, you can still catch all the replays and earn CME by going to womeninwhitecoats.com/virtualcon. Forget burn out. Instead let's burn bright together in the Women in White Coats Physician Wellness and Empowerment Program. This program was created specifically to help women doctors overcome feelings of burnout and overwhelm, rekindle their passion for medicine and create better work-life integration and more fulfilling relationships. We invite you to join us in a unique 3 month long journey back to yourself as we dive deep into the root of burnout and help you find more joy and fulfillment in all areas of your life. You'll even earn CME! Click here to learn more. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/women-in-white-coats/message

Welcome to another episode on The Radcast! In this episode on The Radcast, host Ryan Alford talks with Ultrafabrics, Vice President of Branding and Marketing, Barry Silverman!Barry shares his insights on the article about Salesforce Company employees being affected by the new Texas Senate Bill — aggressive anti-abortion law. He talks about previous companies he has worked for, sharing his personal values and this law's long term transformation. Barry also shares his thoughts about companies that take political stances and the possible impact on sales, recruitment, etc...Learn more about Ultafabrics: https://www.ultrafabricsinc.com/ and follow Barry Silverman on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/barry-silverman-4554a38If you enjoyed this episode of The Radcast, let us know by visiting our website www.theradcast.com. Like, Share and Subscribe on our YouTube account https://bit.ly/3iHGk44 or leave us a review on Apple Podcast. Be sure to keep up with all that's radical from @ryanalford @radical_results @the.rad.cast

Join Rev. Krieg and Dr. Baughman as they discuss Texas Senate Bill 8, aka, The Texas Heartbeat Bill, and what, if any, impact it will have on the fight to end abortion.Hosts: Rev. Kelly Krieg and Dr. Karl BaughmanSpecial Guest: Rev. Dr. Laurence WhiteEpisode: 2Follow us on Facebook and leave a post or drop a message about this episode or any other topic. Subscribe to the podcast: RSS Feed, iTunes, Spotify, or your favorite podcasting app.Music Credits:"Gypsy Shoegazer" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Agnus Dei X" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/"Canon in D for Two Renaissance Harps" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Art Credits:"Madonna and Child"Il Sassoferrato

As this statement was being prepared, a Texas state judge issued a stay temporarily blocking an anti-abortion group from enforcing SB 8 against Planned Parenthood, giving some relief to health care providers and abortion rights advocates. The Supreme Court put its stamp of approval on the Texas Senate Bill 8 and demonstrated its unwillingness to protect the rights of women late Wednesday evening when they voted 5 to 4 allowing the Texas “heartbeat bill” to go into effect. Purposefully written with obfuscatory procedures and language designed to circumvent Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court relinquished its duty to uphold the legal right to abortion by allowing this bill to go into effect in the state of Texas. Read the full article here: https://www.liberationnews.org/psl-statement-block-senate-bill-8-legalize-and-expand-abortion-access-now/

On the eve of Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness month, it is appropriate to reflect on how public policy, current healthcare protocols, and our own lack of understanding can compound the trauma of the loss of a child and contribute to prolonged grief reactions. In addition to gaining a better understanding of the unique obstacles facing bereaved parents and their families, we will discuss evidence-based reproductive grief care best practices that can be employed individually and corporately to bring comfort and hope to these grieving individuals.Jamie Dangers, the Legislative Director of Susan B Anthony List will be providing an introduction as well as an update on the Texas Senate Bill 8.A recording of this talk will be made available online.Support the show (http://www.faithandlaw.org/donate)

I read this bill on https://lrl.texas.gov and discuss its ramifications here. I reference the Nolo book "Legal Research: How to Find and Understand the Law" --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/freepressmediapressinc/support

What happens when women who need abortions are unable to obtain them? The consequences of Texas Senate Bill 8 (SB-8) is poised to have catastrophic consequences if left unchecked. In this episode, we look at the possible effects of a society that bans 85% of all abortions and the ways that Texas has historically defied the term "pro life." Shelle takes us back to the beach and gives Greg Locke a friendly send-off from his favorite social platform in our Christians Behaving Badly segment.  Like what you hear? Please consider becoming a patron: https://www.patreon.com/unboundpodcastnetwork

Back in May of this year, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law Texas Senate Bill 8, better known as SB 8, one of the most restrictive abortion bills in the nation. SB 8 went into effect on September 1st, 2021, after the US Supreme Court refused to strike it down. Since then, the constitutionality of SB 8 has come into question, and the potential threat to the constitutional rights of women and other persons has taken center stage.  On Lawyer 2 Lawyer, host Craig Williams is joined by Dean Kimberly Mutcherson from Rutgers Law School as they take a look at Texas' abortion law, SB 8. Craig & Dean Mutcherson discuss the impact of the law, the legal, ethical, and bioethical concerns stemming from SB 8, its constitutionality, and what it means for the future of Roe v. Wade.

Back in May of this year, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed into law Texas Senate Bill 8, better known as SB 8, one of the most restrictive abortion bills in the nation. SB 8 went into effect on September 1st, 2021, after the US Supreme Court refused to strike it down. Since then, the constitutionality of SB 8 has come into question, and the potential threat to the constitutional rights of women and other persons has taken center stage.  On Lawyer 2 Lawyer, host Craig Williams is joined by Dean Kimberly Mutcherson from Rutgers Law School as they take a look at Texas' abortion law, SB 8. Craig & Dean Mutcherson discuss the impact of the law, the legal, ethical, and bioethical concerns stemming from SB 8, its constitutionality, and what it means for the future of Roe v. Wade.

Texas Senate Bill 8 was written without regard for how a pregnancy actually works - menstruating persons can't know they're pregnant until they are AT LEAST 4 weeks into a pregnancy, so now those persons have only 2 weeks to jump all the hurdles to get an abortion. Men who don't know how a menstruating human body works should NOT be writing laws that regulate those bodies. Pro-life Americans will "save the babies" only to kill women who need access to abortions for medical necessity.Join us as we discuss the details of the bill. Watch on YouTube to see the text of the law as we read through.

In May, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signed Texas Senate Bill 8, which prohibits abortion once a fetal heartbeat can be detected (usually around six weeks into pregnancy). The U.S. Supreme Court rejected the abortion industry's last-ditch appeal to keep the law from taking effect.  Abortion providers scrambled to do as many abortions as possible before August ended. Whole Woman's Health infamously performed 67 in 17 hours. But now Texas babies are protected. But what happens next? On this episode of The 40 Days for Life Podcast, 40 Days for Life General Counsel Matt Britton joins Shawn Carney and Steve Karlen to discuss whether the Texas Heartbeat Act at long last provides a legal path to ending abortion. 

This week, Arden, Nate and Special Guest Colson correct a mistake from last week when they said Texas Senate Bill 29 was passed into law (it wasn't but Governor Abbott called a third special session of the TX Leg to correct that “error”) discuss vaccine passports, share their thoughts on Harvard's new atheist chaplain, Greg Epstein, look back to Roger Williams and his early call for church state separation, and they round that episode off with “Chicken Little” preacherman Mat Staver who warns that the Covid-19 vaccine will make planes fall from the SKY!

I decided to take on the combustible conversation surrounding Texas Senate Bill 8. Abortion is a touchy subject for many with feelings strongly held on either side of the issue. What I try to do is take 3 very basic questions about the Texas Heartbeat Act and answer them in very detailed fashion. I offer my thoughts along the way as well. But I asked that folks listen to what is actually said and view it through a much different perspective. A link to the bill if you're interested: https://webservices.sos.state.tx.us/legbills/files/RS87/SB8.pdf --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ron-g5/message

Texas Senate Bill 8, known as the “Texas Heartbeat Act,” allows private citizens in Texas to sue anyone who aids in an abortion after a fetal heartbeat is detected. The law effectively outlaws the vast majority of abortions in Texas, but its supporters argue that it does not violate the precedent set by Roe v. Wade, because individuals, not the state, are enforcing the ban. The United States Supreme Court chose not to block the new law from going into effect, but, in a dissenting opinion, Justice Sonia Sotomayor called S.B. 8 “a flagrantly unconstitutional law engineered to prohibit women from exercising their constitutional rights and evade judicial scrutiny.” Margaret Talbot joins Dorothy Wickenden to discuss the Texas law and the ongoing effort to erode abortion rights.

In this issue of Finding Common Battle Grounds we discuss abortion. We chose this topic because of the recently passed law in Texas (Senate Bill 8) restricting abortions to within the first 6 weeks. We find agreement that there should be access to abortions for women who have been raped or when a mother's life is in danger. We even agree that there should be abortions available for others, though we disagree over when access should be cut off. Most of the disagreement in this discussion lies in how abortion is framed by progressives and conservatives and when life begins.

Show Notes: 00:00 Besties recap, it's Chamath's Birthday, Callin app 08:58 What should protocol be for conferences & live events? 12:58 Fake it before you make it, the Elizabeth Holmes Theranos trial & implications for fraud in VC 31:28 China's video game ban, is it a good move? 39:34 Texas Senate Bill 8, allowing suing for aiding an abetting abortion 55:09 Apple alters their payment policies 1:03:06 Fires continue in CA, $1T of homes can't be insured & the impacts on real estate values 1:12:48 Joe Rogan & the narratives woven by the media & consumers Download Callin: https://www.callin.com Follow the besties: https://twitter.com/chamath https://linktr.ee/calacanis https://twitter.com/DavidSacks https://twitter.com/friedberg Follow the pod: https://twitter.com/theallinpod https://linktr.ee/allinpodcast Intro Music Credit: https://rb.gy/tppkzl https://twitter.com/yung_spielburg Intro Video Credit: https://twitter.com/TheZachEffect Referenced in the show: Elizabeth Holmes Trial https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/02/technology/elizabeth-holmes-trial-jury.html China Bans Video Games https://www.reuters.com/world/china/oh-thats-an-idea-us-parents-respond-china-screen-time-ban-2021-08-31/ Texas SB8 https://fortune.com/2021/09/02/texas-abortion-law-business-backlash-match-group-bumble-sb8/ Apple Modifies App Store Developer Payment Policy https://www.wsj.com/articles/apple-to-allow-spotify-other-media-apps-to-link-to-websites-for-payment-options-11630544101 Joe Rogan Covid https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/01/business/joe-rogan-covid-19.html #allin #tech #news

We touch base a bit about our feelings surrounding Texas's passing of Senate Bill 8 (The Heartbeat Bill) this week. For our previous discussion of abortion, check out our previous episode, Abortion, a WOC Tale - https://pnc.st/s/biracialunicorns/039178af60db40d4/abortion-a-woc-tale If you're looking for places to donate to help people in Texas get access to reproductive health, here's a few organizations to look into: Frontera Fund - https://fronterafundrgv.org/ Indigenous Women Rising - https://www.iwrising.org/ West Fund - https://www.westfund.org Jane's Due Process - https://janesdueprocess.org/ Texas Equal Access Fund - https://teafund.org/ Lilith Fund - https://www.lilithfund.org/ Fund Texas Choice - https://fundtexaschoice.org/ Thanks to Josef Scott of Citizens of Tape City for our theme music and Dollipop Art for our podcast artwork - you can find her on instagram @dollipop.art. We want to hear from you! If you have a question you'd like us to answer or a topic you'd like us to cover on the show, drop us a line at biracialunicorns@gmail.com or leave us a voicemail at (505) 585-1808. Like us on facebook or follow us on instagram to join in on the discussion - we're @biracialunicorns. We're now on twitter as @biracialmagic so catch us there too. If you'd like to support the show with some cash money visit us at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/biracialunicorn Please review us wherever you get your podcasts or even better tell your friends to listen. :D Find out more at https://biracialunicorns.pinecast.co This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Join Mike and Chris in welcoming FTF Media's own, Haley Spence, as they Fast Track the intense facts of Texas Senate Bill 8. Find out what took place, what's next and what this ruling means for future abortion rights. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/track--shield-podcast/message

The US Supreme Court's "shadow docket" of emergency motion decisions has long been a source of curiosity and controversy, but no more so then when the State of Texas deputized its citizenry to enforce a new abortion law (S.B. 8). What was asked of the Court, and why did SCOTUS elect not to act? How would the dissent have dealt with the situation? And what does it signal for the future? SCOTUS - The one place we don't want shadow drops...in Virtual Legality. CHECK OUT THE VIDEO AT: https://youtu.be/6H76vQqYfbY #SCOTUS #Texas #Abortion *** SUPPORT THE CHANNEL PATREON - https://www.patreon.com/VirtualLegality STREAMLABS - https://streamlabs.com/richardhoeg STORE - https://teespring.com/stores/hoeg-law-store *** CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction 02:48 Roe v Wade and the Texas Law 07:18 Ex Parte Young and the Texas Two-Step 12:32 The Shadow Docket 14:25 The Court's Denial (Alito - Standing) 22:08 Roberts Dissent (Pragmatism and Process) 30:08 Breyer Dissent (Delegation Shouldn't Block) 34:12 Sotomayor Dissent (Flatly Unconstitutional) 38:27 Kagan Dissent (Shadow Docket) 41:24 Conclusion (Dobbs) *** Discussed in this episode: "BREAKING: SUPREME COURT ALLOWS TEXAS ABORTION BAN TO REMAIN IN EFFECT." Tweet - September 2, 2021 - SCOTUSblog https://twitter.com/SCOTUSblog/status/1433281871555833859 Roe v. Wade 410 U.S. 113 (1973) https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/410/113/ "Texas Senate Bill 8" https://legiscan.com/TX/text/SB8/2021 "Ex Parte Young" Decided March 23, 1908 https://casetext.com/case/ex-parte-edward-young 11th Amendment US Constitution https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution/amendmentxi "Texas abortion law that bans procedure as early as six weeks set to go into effect after court cancels hearing, denies motions" Texas Tribune - August 29, 2021 https://www.texastribune.org/2021/08/29/texas-abortion-law-5th-circuit-court/ "Supreme Court 'Shadow Docket' Under Review by U.S. House of Representatives" ABA Webpage - April 14, 2021 https://www.americanbar.org/groups/committees/death_penalty_representation/publications/project_blog/scotus-shadow-docket-under-review-by-house-reps/ WHOLE WOMAN'S HEALTH ET AL. v. AUSTIN REEVE JACKSON, JUDGE, ET AL. Denial of Injunctive Relief - September 2, 2021 https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/20pdf/21a24_8759.pdf CALIFORNIA ET AL. v. TEXAS ET AL. Decided June 17, 2021 https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/20pdf/19-840_6jfm.pdf Article III, Section 2 US Constitution https://www.law.cornell.edu/constitution/articleiii "Court to weigh in on Mississippi abortion ban intended to challenge Roe v. Wade" SCOTUSblog - May 17, 2021 https://www.scotusblog.com/2021/05/court-to-weigh-in-on-mississippi-abortion-ban-intended-to-challenge-roe-v-wade/ *** "Virtual Legality" is a continuing series discussing the law, video games, software, and everything digital, hosted by Richard Hoeg, of the Hoeg Law Business Law Firm (Hoeg Law). CHECK OUT THE REST OF VIRTUAL LEGALITY HERE: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1zDCgJzZUy9YAU61GoW-00K0TJOGnPCo DISCUSSION IS PROVIDED FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS LEGAL ADVICE. INDIVIDUALS INTERESTED IN THE LEGAL TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS VIDEO SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR OWN COUNSEL. *** Twitter: @hoeglaw Web: hoeglaw.com

On this Wednesday episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast host Omar Moore weighs in on Texas and the US Supreme Court slamming the door shut on women's reproductice rights, choice and autonomy. Texas Senate Bill 8 affects everyone. Especially women. September 1, 2021. Please get involved! Call President Biden on the WH comments line: 202-456-1111 and call U.S. senators at 202-224-3121 or 202-225-3121. Tell the Senate to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Restoration Act and the For The People Act. California voters: VOTE NO on the recall. Vote NO. (Early voting is ongoing right now. Last day to vote: Sept 14, 2021.) BRAND NEW: The Summer Sensation Series continues with the new END THE FILIBUSTER NOW! t-shirt at THE POLITICRAT daily podcast online store—buy now! (Designed by Omar) https://bit.ly/2TvsyXY FREE: SUBSCRIBE NOW TO THE BRAND NEW POLITICRAT DAILY PODCAST NEWSLETTER!! Extra content, audio, analysis, exclusive essays for subscribers only, plus special offers and discounts on merchandise at The Politicrat Daily Podcast online store. Something new and informative EVERY DAY!! Subscribe FREE at https://politicrat.substack.com Buy podcast merchandise (all designed by Omar Moore) and lots more at The Politicrat Daily Podcast Store: https://the/politicrat.myshopify.com The Politicrat YouTube page: bit.ly/3bfWk6V The Politicrat Facebook page: bit.ly/3bU1O7c The Politicrat blog: https://politicrat.politics.blog PLEASE SUBSCRIBE to this to this podcast! Follow/tweet Omar at: https://twitter.com/thepopcornreel

In today FIRST EVER Podcast episode I discuss Texas Senate Bill 8 (Abortion Bill), California Recall Race, Former Wisconsin Lt. Governor Rebecca Kleefisch's 2022 run, 2024 GOP Presidential Candidates, and more.

This week the guys return with another conversation, but this week they wanted to discuss Texas Senate Bill 3 and its affect on education and politics. Quentin begins the conversation giving a basic breakdown of the bill, and how this has been going on for years. Thus, leading to conversation about the crabs in a barrel mentality within the community. We also discuss why this bill was not created with education in mind.

Mitchell discusses Aggies in the Olympics, the Southeastern Conference Preseason team and a new Texas Senate Bill regarding Q-drops.

This week on NobodyAskdU- Lauren gives The LoDown on Kanye West. He was supposed to release DONDA this past week, but he pushed it back to August 6th. Should Black people support him, considering he worked with the GOP to cipher Black votes? Or is it possible that he might be returning to the Old Kanye? In other news, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition had a lot of firsts, The Texas Senate Bill doesn't want anything besides the Klan to come first, and Meghan Kelley's attacks on Naomi Osaka prove why she's the worst. During Lost in Translation, Aprille talks about why calling yourself an Adult gets LIT because everyone defines it differently. We also give other opinions Nobody Askd for. Listen to them on SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, and probably wherever else you get your podcasts. (Relaunch Coming THIS WEEK).

On this episode of Woke By Accident Podcast, we are joined by a special guest, Aphiel Levi Israel, Host of The Forefront Radio. We discuss updates in the Isaiah Brown police shooting, the Andre Brown Jr. police shooting, and Texas Senate Bill 3 Check out his podcast, The Forefront Radio here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-forefront-radio/id1503033380

This episode we will be talking about the Texas Senate Bill being passed of the teachings of the Ku Klux Klan being morally wrong! We also will be talking about the banning of critical race theory.

On today's episode I discuss Texas Senate Bill 3 and give my opinion on what it entails --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rashad-horne/support

Today we discussed how overdoses rose in 2020, the moon's wobble wobble and a MIT prediction. The 1st rioter has been convicted and Texas Senate Bill 3. Always hit us up with any comments, complaints or questions. Please spread our podcast to you friends, family and enemies. Thank You Contact us at: https://www.facebook.com/ItsOur2centsPodcast/ https://twitter.com/ItsOur2cents https://www.instagram.com/itsour2centspodcast/ itsour2cents@gmail.com

In this episode, inspired by the graduation speech given by Paxton Smith, valedictorian of Lake Highlands High School in Dallas, Texas, Mathew looks at Texas Senate Bill 8 and whether it stands up to a moral framework and the binary narratives and misleading terms on abortion in America, women's reproductive health, access to birth control and prenatal healthcare, and emotional, economic, and life-altering cost that comes when the access to abortion is not an option.   

Fact-Checking the Fact-Checkers: What Anti-Critical Race Theory Legislation Actually Does   Conn Carroll / June 28, 2021 After the House of Representatives voted 415-14 to make Juneteenth a national holiday, New York Times national political reporter Astead Herndon tweeted, “its kinda amazing: juneteenth is gonna be a federal holiday for reasons teachers won't be allowed to explain to their students out of fear critical race theory backlash.” Herndon's claim is outrageously false, as many on twitter quickly pointed out, including WFAA Dallas reporter Chris Sadeghi who responded, “This is the type of tweet that gets shared a lot and many will use similar logic to support their stance. But there's nothing banning the teachings of emancipation. In fact, the Texas law mandates the history of slavery/white supremacy be taught. Please don't fall for this.” The Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills for Social Studies does in fact require the teaching of “the abolitionist movement, which led to the Emancipation Proclamation,” as Sadeghi notes. Herndon's false claim about what is taught in our nation's schools is understandable, however, when you consider how his employer, The New York Times, covered recent Texas legislation that sought to ban the use of critical race theory in Texas schools. Under the headline “Texas Pushes to Obscure the State's History of Slavery and Racism,” the Times claims that “nearly a dozen other Republican-led states” are seeking “to ban or limit how the role of slavery and pervasive effects of racism can be taught.” “Idaho was the first state to sign into law a measure that would withhold funding from schools that teach such lessons,” the Times continues. “And lawmakers in Louisiana, New Hampshire and Tennessee have introduced bills that would ban teaching about the enduring legacies of slavery and segregationist laws, or that any state or the country is inherently racist or sexist.” Everything the Times published in this paragraph is false, except its claim that some of these states banned the teaching “that any state or the country is inherently racist or sexist.” That part is true. Here is what the legislation from each of these states actually does: Texas Senate Bill 2202 forbids any teacher, administrator, or other employee in a state agency from requiring any of the following concepts in their course work: (1) One race or sex is inherently superior to another race or sex. (2) An individual, by virtue of his or her race or sex, is inherently racist, sexist, or oppressive, whether consciously or unconsciously. (3) An individual should be discriminated against or receive adverse treatment solely or partly because of his or her race or sex. (4) Members of one race or sex cannot and should not attempt to treat others without respect to race or sex. (5) An individual's moral character is necessarily determined by his or her race or sex. (6)  An individual, by virtue of his or her race or sex, bears responsibility for actions committed in the past by other members of the same race or sex. (7) Any individual should feel discomfort, guilt, anguish, or any other form of psychological distress on account of his or her race or sex. (8) Meritocracy or traits such as a hard work ethic are racist or sexist, or were created by members of a particular race to oppress members of another race. Idaho House Bill 377 forbids any public school or public institution of higher education from directing or otherwise compelling any student to adopt the following tenets: (i) That any sex, race, ethnicity, religion, color, or national origin is inherently superior or inferior. (ii) That individuals should be adversely treated on the basis of their sex, race, ethnicity, religion, color, or national origin. (iii) That individuals, by virtue of sex, race, ethnicity, religion, color, or national origin, are inherently responsible for actions committed in the past by other members of the same sex, race, ethnicity, religion, color, or national origin. Louisiana House Bill 564 forbids any trainings provided to students or employees that promote “divisive concepts,” which the legislation then specifically defines as: (a) That one race or sex is inherently superior or inferior to another race or sex. (b) That either the United States of America or the state of Louisiana is fundamentally, institutionally, or systemically racist or sexist. (c) That an individual, by virtue of the individual's race or sex, is inherently or systemically racist, sexist, or oppressive, whether consciously or unconsciously, or has negative or positive characteristics that inhere in the individual's DNA. (d) That an individual should be discriminated against, favored, or receive differential treatment solely or partly because of the individual's race or sex. (e) That an individual of one race or sex should be treated disrespectfully regarding that individual's race or sex. (f) That an individual's moral character is anyway defined, described, or determined by the individual's race or sex. (g) That an individual, by virtue of the individual's race or sex, bears responsibility or is to be held accountable for actions committed in the past by other members of the same race or sex. (h) That any individual should feel or be made to feel discomfort, guilt, anguish, or any other form of psychological or emotional distress on account of that individual's race or sex. (i) That the concept of meritocracy or traits such as a strong work ethic are racist or sexist or were created by a particular race or sex to oppress another race or sex. (j) That the concepts of capitalism, free markets, or working for a private party in exchange for wages are racist and sexist or oppress a given race or sex. (k) That the concepts of racial equity and gender equity, meaning the unequal treatment of individuals because of their race, sex, or national origin, should be given preference in education and advocacy over the concepts of racial equality and gender equality, meaning the equal treatment of individuals regardless of their race, sex, or national origin. (l) Any form of race or sex scape goating or race or sex stereo typing. New Hampshire  House Bill 544 forbids the teaching, instruction, or training of any employee or student to adopt or believe any “divisive concepts,” which the legislation specifically defines as: (a) One race or sex is inherently superior to another race or sex. (b) The state of New Hampshire or the United States is fundamentally racist or sexist. (c) An individual, by virtue of his or her race or sex, is inherently racist, sexist, or oppressive, whether consciously or unconsciously. (d) An individual should be discriminated against or receive adverse treatment solely or partly because of his or her race or sex. (e) Members of one race or sex cannot and should not attempt to treat others without respect to race or sex. (f) An individual's moral character is necessarily determined by his or her race or sex. (g) An individual, by virtue of his or her race or sex, bears responsibility for actions committed in the past by other members of the same race or sex. (h) Any individual should feel discomfort, guilt, anguish, or any other form of psychological distress on account of his or her race or sex. (i) Meritocracy or traits such as a hard work ethic are racist or sexist, or were created by a particular race to oppress another race. (j) The term “divisive concepts” includes any other form of race or sex stereotyping or any other form of race or sex scapegoating. Tennessee Senate Bill 623 prohibits any local education association or public charter school from “including or promoting the following concepts as part of a course of instruction”: (1) One race or sex is inherently superior to another race or sex. (2) An individual, by virtue of the individual's race or sex, is inherently privileged, racist, sexist, or oppressive, whether consciously or subconsciously. (3) An individual should be discriminated against or receive adverse treatment because of the individual's race or sex. (4) An individual's moral character is determined by the individual's race or sex. (5) An individual, by virtue of the individual's race or sex, bears responsibility for actions committed in the past by other members of the same race or sex. (6) An individual should feel discomfort, guilt, anguish, or another form of psychological distress solely because of the individual's race or sex. (7) A meritocracy is inherently racist or sexist, or designed by a particular race or sex to oppress members of another race or sex. (8) This state or the United States is fundamentally or irredeemably racist or sexist. (9) Promoting or advocating the violent overthrow of the United States government. (10) Promoting division between, or resentment of, a race, sex, religion, creed, nonviolent political affiliation, social class, or class of people. (11) Ascribing character traits, values, moral or ethical codes, privileges, or beliefs to a race or sex, or to an individual because of the individual's race or sex. The Times Is Plain Wrong As you can see, after actually reading the bills, none of them “ban teaching about the enduring legacies of slavery and segregationist laws,” as the Times claims. What they do do is reaffirm America's core commitment to equality: that “no sex, race, ethnicity, color, or national origin is inherently superior or inferior”; that no individual should be “adversely treated on the basis of their sex, race, ethnicity, religion, color, or national origin”; and that no individual should be held responsible “for actions committed in the past by other members of the same sex, race, ethnicity, religion, color, or national origin.” These core American concepts of equality and individual responsibility are antithetical to critical race theory just as they are antithetical to Marxism. Where Marxism asked Americans to understand history as a struggle between classes, critical race theory asks Americans to understand history as a struggle between races. This is a fundamentally un-American idea and state legislators have every right to make sure it is not being taught in our nation's schools. >>> WATCH: Christopher Rufo breaks down what critical race theory in “Critical Race Theory: Coming to a School Near You?“ The Daily Signal publishes a variety of perspectives. Nothing written here is to be construed as representing the views of The Heritage Foundation.  Have an opinion about this article? To sound off, please email letters@DailySignal.com and we'll consider publishing your edited remarks in our regular “We Hear You” feature. Remember to include the URL or headline of the article plus your name and town and/or state.  Print

In this week's edition of On Politics with Eric Morrow, Dr. Marcy Reynolds returns as a guest to interview and discuss election laws in Texas, Senate Bill Seven, and more. Dr. Morrow will also discuss his recent experience as moderator for the candidate forum in Granbury, Texas. Dr. Reynolds is a professor of Political Science at Tarleton State University! All this and more!

In this week's edition of On Politics with Eric Morrow, Dr. Marcy Reynolds returns as a guest to interview and discuss election laws in Texas, Senate Bill Seven, and more. Dr. Morrow will also discuss his recent experience as moderator for the candidate forum in Granbury, Texas. Dr. Reynolds is a professor of Political Science at Tarleton State University! All this and more!

On this episode, Adam and Dr. Nick chat with Adam Pirtle. They discuss what modern-day voter suppression efforts look like and how citizens can work to combat them. Furthermore, Texas Senate Bill 7 is discussed as well as how its passage would impact voting rights in Texas.

Brewster County Judge Eleazar Cano is our guest as we discuss SB 10 and how it will limit rural voices. Get on the email list at hearmeoutalpine.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hearmeoutalpine.substack.com

Holly drops by to talk about factory builder games! Plus, Jeff Kaplan is leaving Blizzard... but, why? We don't know, but we can speculate! Also, we take a deep dive into Gearbox's moves against Texas Senate Bill 29 and the Trans Lifeline's new app: Peer2Peer.live Find Holly on itch.io: https://hoppet.itch.io/ Logo by Corgian of DogHouse Esports: https://twitter.com/doghousecorgian Intro music by Riki: https://twitter.com/DOG_NOISE Website: www.wkcooldown.com Twitter: @Kamijacegaming / @WkCooldown Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheWeeklyCooldown/ Question? Comment? Concern? Want to tell me how great I am? Email me! - Kamijacegaming@gmail.com Humble Couch Classics Bundle: https://bit.ly/3tLCqcT --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wkcooldown/message

Listen to Sean Rima on demand. Topics include the questions around the vaccines, and the blood clot risk from the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Texas Senate Bill 1646 would criminalize gender-affirming care for minors, under the state's child abuse law. More facts are coming out about the shooting of Daunte Wright, and his previous encounters with law enforcement.

1.    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cOdhepXaYYw (CBS Dallas Fort Worth YouTube Channel – Greg Abbott discusses Social Media Censorship Legislation.) 2.    https://www.texastribune.org/2021/03/05/texas-greg-abbott-press-conference-social-media/ (Gov. Greg Abbott backs bill to stop social media companies from banning Texans for political views.) 3.    https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/02/17/texas-abbott-wind-turbines-outages/ (Washington Post – Rick Perry says Texans would accept even longer power outages ‘to keep the federal government out of their business') 4.    https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2021/02/16/ercot-texas-electric-grid-failure/ (Washington Post - The Texas grid got crushed because its operators didn't see the need to prepare for cold weather.) 5.    https://legiscan.com/TX/text/SB12/id/2317860 (Text of Texas Senate Bill 12) 6.    https://justfacts.votesmart.org/candidate/key-votes/50173/bryan-hughes (Bryan Hughes' Voting Records – Justfacts.) 7.    https://www.albanyherald.com/news/controversial-school-sports-bill-advances-in-georgia-state-senate/article_40634218-7c52-11eb-a5ef-3f9c92c40ed6.html (Albany Herald – Controversial School Sports Bill Advances in Georgia Senate.) 8.    https://www.kxan.com/news/texas-politics/do-facebook-and-twitter-silence-conservatives-data-shows-they-actually-dominate/ (KXAN NBC – Do Facebook And Twitter Silence Conservatives? Data shows they actually dominate.) 9.    https://www.texastribune.org/2019/05/17/texas-free-speech-college-campus-legislation/ (Texas Tribune – Texas House Passes Senate Bill Seeking To Ensure Free Speech On College Campuses.) 10. https://www.keranews.org/texas-news/2018-09-13/poverty-in-texas-continues-to-drop-but-inequality-remains (https://www.keranews.org/texas-news/2018-09-13/poverty-in-texas-continues-to-drop-but-inequality-remains) 11. https://www.publicknowledge.org/blog/what-makes-a-common-carrier-and-what-doesnt/ (https://www.publicknowledge.org/blog/what-makes-a-common-carrier-and-what-doesnt/) 12. https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/03/politics/biden-abbott-texas-coronavirus/index.html (https://www.cnn.com/2021/03/03/politics/biden-abbott-texas-coronavirus/index.html) 13. https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/02/17/texas-abbott-wind-turbines-outages/ (https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/02/17/texas-abbott-wind-turbines-outages/) 14. https://www.texastribune.org/2021/03/04/greg-abbott-joe-biden-immigrants-testing/ (Texas Tribune - Gov. Greg Abbott rejects aid from Biden administration in dispute over coronavirus testing for migrants.)

The black letter law and articles in this episode are: Matthew Ferraro, “Disinformation is harming businesses. Here are 6 ways to fight it”, CNN https://www.cnn.com/2019/06/10/perspectives/disinformation-business/index.html Matthew Ferraro’s remarks to the ABA Standing Committee on Law and National Security on December 4, 2019 https://bcove.video/3674v2k H.R. 3230: The DEEP FAKES Accountability Act https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr3230/BILLS-116hr3230ih.pdf Virginia Code § 18.2-386.2 which criminalizes deepfake pornography https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/18.2-386.2/ Texas Senate Bill 751 (SB751) which criminalized deepfake political videos within a month of an election https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/86R/billtext/pdf/SB00751F.pdf#navpanes=0 California Assembly Bill 730 which criminalized deepfake political videos within a 60 days of an election https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billTextClient.xhtml?bill_id=201920200AB730 California Assembly Bill 602 which created a private right of action for victims of deepfake pornography https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=201920200AB602 Matthew Ferraro is a Senior Associate at WilmerHale https://www.wilmerhale.com/en/people/matthew-ferraro

Yeah... United got thrashed by Barcelona. In other UEFA Champion's League news, Ajax continues their Cinderella run into the semi-finals and Tottenham Hotspur made Manchester City fans cry.  In Austin news, the guys promote an "I Love United" watch party event at Jack and Gingers in the Domain for the Manchester United v. Chelsea match on 4/28/19. They also discuss Texas Senate Bill 1771 that, if it passes, could negatively impact MLS plans in Austin. 

Demonstrators filled the Texas House of Representatives on Monday to protest Texas Senate Bill 4 (SB4), which Governor Abbott signed into law earlier this month. The law bans sanctuary cities in Texas, and it gives police officers broad authority to question people’s immigration status. The protest escalated to the point that two state representatives each claimed their lives were threatened by the other. What does this law actually allow police to do, why is it provoking such outrage now, and what does it mean for the future of Texas — and the rest of the country? Host Julio Ricardo Varela leads a discussion with Delia Garza, Austin City Council Member for District 2, and Roque Planas, National Reporter for The Huffington Post. For information regarding your data privacy, visit acast.com/privacy See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

PURPOSE OF THIS EPISODE. This show won't assume a position for or against sanctuary cities, but will empirically peel away conflated terminology and confusing rhetoric to better understand how to objectively define a sanctuary city or state and existing laws that interface with practices embraced by cities or states refusing to cooperate with ICE. ABOUT OUR GUEST. Thomas Marchetti is a Retired Los Angeles Police Detective with 26 years of service in his detective career. He is a fan of the Anaheim Angels and USC Trojans. Tom is currently working on property tax reform in Texas and passage of Texas Senate Bill 2 which will address the yearly growth rate in property taxes. Find him on twitter at Ryanexpress77. SANCTUARY CITY. In the United States and Canada, a sanctuary city is a city that limits its cooperation with the national government in order to help people who are in the country illegally avoid deportation. Such people are frequently described as illegal immigrants or undocumented immigrants. ICE. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is an American federal law enforcement agency under the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) responsible for identifying, investigating, and dismantling vulnerabilities regarding the nation's border, economic, transportation, and infrastructure security. TOM'S ANALYSIS OF THIS SITUATION. “Sanctuary cities is a big issue throughout the country and this discussion speaks on exactly what is being asked of local law enforcement in regards to criminal aliens versus the false narrative that local cops are being asked by the Feds to turn into mini ICE agents to enforcement immigration law.” He shares stories of major success with the ICE detainer process at LAPD in a so-called sanctuary city. THE 30-SECOND PHONE CALL. Tom indicates that Title 8 1373 USC requires local police and government employees to fully cooperate with ICE. That 1996 bill is at the crux of sanctuary city posturing as to be compliant with Title 8 1373 USC, non-ICE local law enforcement would need to place a 30-second phone call to ICE 2 hours before a criminal alien was to be released from jail. CALL ICE, YOU GO TO JAIL. Tom explains that California passed a law two years ago called the TRUST Act which prohibits local police from contacting ICE for most types of arrests. Hence, a local police officer could be arrested for contacting ICE if he detained a criminal alien for a substantial offense. BRIGHT FUTURE: Per www.wnd.com (Leo Hohmann 3-18-2017), “More than 2,000 criminal non-citizens, including many in the US illegally, are released from prison every year onto the streets of American cities.” However, the US Secretary of State is achieving success in deporting criminal migrants for the first time in decades. Learn much more during this well-researched episode with a from-the-field expert guest. FORMATS. You can also listen to this podcast on iTunes https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/t... or SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/user-186592129 or on The 405 Media http://the405media.com/the-safety-doc/ You can view this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/nNi2ek6Q50A FOLLOW DR. PERRODIN: On Twitter @SafetyPhD and subscribe to “The Safety Doc” YouTube channel and SoundCloud RSS feed. DR. PERRODIN'S SAFETY BLOG: https://crisisprepconsulting.wordpres... SAFETY DOC WEBSITE: www.safetyphd.com David will respond to discussion thread comments or questions & also to emails. The Safety Doc Podcast is hosted & produced by David Perrodin, PhD. ENDORSEMENTS. Opinions are those of the host and guests and do not reflect positions of The 405 Media or supporters of “The Safety Doc Podcast”. The show is curse free and adheres to nondiscrimination principles while seeking to bring forward productive discourse and debate on topics relevant to personal or institutional safety. Email David: thesafetydoc@gmail.com

On 1st August 2016, Texas became the first big American state to allow students aged over 21 to carry concealed handguns on campus. Ian Peddie explores the impact of the new law. This change is seen by many as a litmus test and, despite a few smaller states already having similar laws, where Texas goes America often follows. As with all American gun debates the issue is divisive, with many seeing this moment as pivotal in framing the nation's political and cultural relationship with weapons. Most educators in Texas oppose the legislation, Texas Senate Bill 11 (SB11). They fear an impact on teaching, where contentious topics such as religion and philosophy may now be avoided. But after notorious shootings at Virginia Tech, Columbine and the University of Texas, some students welcome the ability to defend themselves. British born Assistant Professor Ian Peddie has lived and worked in the USA for over 25 years. SB11 will change the context under which he lives and works and it's in that knowledge that he explores the impact of the new campus carry laws. We follow Ian into class at Sul Ross State University for the first day of the new law's introduction. On campus Ian meets students, faculty, and the police to gauge the mood of these new times. Later, Ian hears from protestors for and against the new law at the huge University of Texas in Austin. In a noisy atmosphere, the arguments are good natured but passionate. Throughout the programme Ian examines the fears, claims and discussions being held across universities, the state, and the nation. It will be illegal for lecturers to ask students if they are carrying weapons but it remains to be seen how that 'knowing but not knowing' might affect the class. A Like It Is Media production for BBC Radio 4.

There's No Bidness Like Soul Bidness by: livesinashoe Senator Dan Patrick (R., Houston) has introduced Texas Senate Bill 1567, captioned "Relating to the creation of the adoption incentive program." The text of the bill can be found here, in html,.pdf and Word formats. This bill proposes to pay each and every Texas woman who opts for adoption rather than abortion the sum of 500 American dollars. To incentivize adoption in this way is dangerous for the women of Texas, and exposes them to emotional damage and suffering beyond their imagining at the time of adoption. The damage can be so severe that it can be tantamount to losing one's soul. Check the rest of the story at Texas Kaos Another Democrat with Spine: Rep. John Murtha (D-PA) by: lightseeker You have to see the video. Trust me you will not regret it. Here is a man who is focused squarely on serving the best interest of the American people and of our sons and daughters in uniform. When he says that we should only deploy troops who are "trained and mission ready", he means it. When he says that a vote against this appropriations bill is a vote against the troops , he frames the issue beautifully. See the rest of the story and the link to the videao at Texas Kaos. My response to Big Oil's BIG GUNS by: TXsharon Hee hee Big Oil sent out their big guns after little old me just because I tried to help Wise County residents understand the truth about Groundwater Conservation Districts--a truth Big Oil does not want us to know. As I explained in my Op-Ed piece that was published in the Wise County Messenger on February 22nd, and in my diary here: Oil and gas exemption should be eliminated Groundwater Conservation Districts are not going to have ANY control over oil and gas companies because Groundwater Conservation Districts are EXEMPT. For the rest of the story, check out Texas Kaos Another AIDS Ride Diary by: BeckyH So, I have asked folks who work at AIDS agencies about their finding, and, as usual, it isn't good. Warning, the following diary is not for the faint of heart. Actually, it is purposefully intended to break your heart. About AIDS in Austin: Austin has experienced over 4,400 diagnosed AIDS cases through December, 2006. Over 2,300 of these men, women and children have died.The CDC estimates 25%-30% of HIV-infected people - perhaps as many as 1,500 Central Texans - do not know that they are HIV-positive, because they have not gotten tested or tested recently. Of Austinites with full AIDS, about ? are 20-29 years old. Given an average incubation period of about 10+ years from infection to AIDS, this suggests they were infected with HIV in their teens or early 20's. Of 1,300+ HIV cases in the last 7 years, 53% are white, 22% are black, and 23% are Hispanic. Currently, about ¼ of those with full AIDS are African-American, but only 10% of the population is black. Latinos are about even (about ¼ of both cases and population), as are whites (55% vs. 60% of population). For the rest of the story, check out Texas Kaos It's A Mystery Why Gonzalas Still Has His Job by: fast2write "The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science." - Albert Einstein Under the Microscope by Glynn Wilson My favorite answer to just about any political, social or technological question these days is: "It's a mystery." When it concerns the workings of computers and the Internet, it's "a dang old dot dot dot mystery." Life is full of mysteries. Love them or hate them, you can't avoid them. There are things we can know; things we can't. For a journalist or a scientist, even a social scientist, this can be infuriating. But you learn to live with it. One of the things we humans do to deal with all the mysteries of life is to turn for answers to literature, movies or music. Some people turn to tabloids and soap operas. But they are not worth considering in this discussion. Why is it that some news stories "get legs" and tons of airplay, and others don't? I've been in and around the news business for almost 30 years and sometimes still don't get it. Is the paternity of Anna Nicole Smith's baby or Britany Spears' shaved head and rehab experience really that much more interesting than Natalie Maines' musical fight with Bush and miraculous comeback? For the rest of the story, check Texas Kaos