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It's Thursday, May 28th, A.D. 2026. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark and Adam McManus Iranian Christian convert gets 10-year prison sentence A judge in Iran recently sentenced a Christian convert to nearly a decade in prison. That's according to the Persian-language Human Rights Activists News Agency. Authorities raided the home of Ghazal Marzban in January. They arrested her and confiscated her Bible. A judge sentenced her to nine years and eight months in prison last week on trumped up charges. The 41-year-old Christian woman converted to Christianity from Islam nearly 10 years ago. Since then, she has faced arrest, imprisonment, interrogation, and now another imprisonment. Please pray for our persecuted brothers and sisters in Christ in Iran. The country is ranked 10th on the Open Doors World Watch List of the most oppressive countries to be a Christian. Hebrews 13:3 says, “Remember the prisoners as if chained with them—those who are mistreated—since you yourselves are in the body also.” Trump's Cabinet meeting on war with Iran U.S. President Donald Trump held a cabinet meeting at the White House yesterday about the Iran war. The United States and Iran remain in a fragile ceasefire that began last month. President Trump hopes to finish the war through negotiations. Listen. TRUMP: “Iran is very much intent; they want very much to make a deal. So far, they haven't gotten there. We're not satisfied with it, but we will be. Either that or we'll have to just finish the job. Their navy is gone, as I've said a thousand times. Their navy is gone. Their air force is gone. Everything's gone. And they're negotiating on fumes.” However, the Trump administration is prepared to finish the job with the military if negotiations fail. Listen to comments from War Secretary Pete Hegseth. HEGSETH: “Whether it is through the efforts of your negotiators, that they ensure they never have a nuclear weapon, or we have to go back to the War Department to finish the job that way, we're prepared to do that.” MAGA Ken Paxton trounced Senator John Cornyn in GOP primary In a rejection of the GOP Establishment in the May 26th Senatorial run-off in Texas, Republican Party voters ousted Senator John Cornyn who has been in the Senate for 23 years, according to World Magazine. After President Donald Trump endorsed Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton during early voting, he trounced Cornyn, 63% to 36%, reported NBC News. CORNYN: “After a public service career lasting more than four decades and 18 consecutive campaign wins, tonight we've come up short in this primary runoff. A few years ago, I had a friend of mine say, ‘You know what makes God laugh?' He said, ‘When we make plans.'” Without referencing Ken Paxton by name, Senator Cornyn vowed to support him in the general election this November. CORNYN: “I've spent most of my time in the Senate, building the Republican Party in Texas, and in the U.S. Senate. I've always supported the Republican ticket, and I intend to do so again in this general election. I've said throughout this race that I trust the voters of Texas. They've made their decision, and I must respect it.” However, Cornyn did throw some shade at the registered Republicans who failed to show up and vote for him. CORNYN: “In this runoff election, approximately 8% of registered voters made their voices heard. Of that 8% who voted, roughly 60% said they were ready for a different direction. Another reminder that those who show up decide for those who do not.” (Watch Senator Cornyn's 7:42-minute concession speech here). Ken Paxton, who has vowed to support the Trump agenda, said this. PAXTON: “Today, change was on the ballot, and change won.” (applause) He expressed his gratitude for President Trump's endorsement. PAXTON: “When everyone in Washington told him to abandon me and abandon the people of Texas, he didn't listen. Instead, he gave his complete and total endorsement. President Trump is the leader of our party, and his endorsement is the most powerful force in politics. And I'm honored to have his support, and I look forward to working with him in the Senate to deliver for Texas.” Despite Cornyn and his allies outspending Paxton 9 to 1, Paxton came out on top in this $163 million primary, making it the most expensive primary in U.S. history. PAXTON: “We went up against $150 million and all the attacks in the world. And you know what happened? The voters declared loud and clear a simple truth that we know in our hearts and in our souls: Texas is not for sale.” (cheers) Paxton pivoted to the general election and spoke about his Democrat opponent, James Talarico, a 37-year-old Texas State Representative. PAXTON: “My opponent is the most extreme radical the Democrats have ever nominated. He's even running a ‘vegan' campaign, whatever that is. (laughter) He goes by a few names that you may all have heard of. Some people know him as ‘Tofu Talarico.' (laughter) Some people call him ‘Six-Gender Jimmy.' (laughter) I've even heard some people call him ‘James Tala-freak-o.' (laughter) “He's a threat to our children. He wants boys in girls' sports, gender mutilation surgery performed on kids. And, when asked what he loved, outside of his family and friends, his first answer was ‘trans kids.' That's weird. That's a radical guy. “He wants the open borders policies of Biden, the woke agenda of AOC. He said, ‘You can't be a Christian if you support the oil and gas industries.'” (Watch Ken Paxton's 9:51-minute victory speech here.) Man who gave Abortion Kill Pill to pregnant woman indicted A Texas jury indicted a man last week in an abortion-related case. Twenty-five-year-old Jon Rueben Demeter allegedly gave an abortion-inducing drug to a pregnant woman, killing the unborn baby. It's the first time Texas has criminally charged someone for providing an abortion since banning most abortions in 2022. Connecticut requires background check for homeschool parents Connecticut is expanding its regulation of homeschooling in the state. Democrat Governor Ned Lamont signed Public Act No.26-37 into law on Tuesday. The law requires parents to disclose their intent to homeschool to the state. Also, parents cannot take their children out of public school for homeschooling without undergoing a background check. James Mason, the president of the Home School Legal Defense Association, said, “By requiring every parent to be pre-screened before they can begin homeschooling, it turns parents from trusted actors into potential risks to be managed.” 42% of Christians don't talk about God with other believers And finally, Lifeway Research released analysis of its 2025 State of Discipleship Living Unashamed study. The survey found that 30 percent of Protestant churchgoers agree with the statement that “Many people who know me are not aware I am a Christian.” That's up from 14 percent in 2013. Also, 42 percent of respondents said spiritual matters do not normally come up in daily conversations with other Christians. That's up from 29 percent in 2013. Psalm 71:1 and 15, says, “In you, O LORD, do I take refuge; let me never be put to shame! … My mouth will tell of Your righteous acts, of Your deeds of salvation all the day, for their number is past my knowledge.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Thursday, May 28th, in the year of our Lord 2026. Subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.
Brent Money was a longtime Ticket P1 and diehard BaD Radio listener for many years. He has found himself smart enough to become a State Representative for SD2 (Greenville, Commerce, Canton). What is politics? What is government? How big of a threat is Sharia Law to the state of Texas? Brent and Jake discuss these topics as well as welfare, school funding, the role of a religious representative in a liberal democracy. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Guest: Jeff Leach, Texas State Representative, District 67 If you'd like to watch this podcast, check out the PCA YouTube page. We continue our conversation with Texas State Representative Jeff Leach about the issues facing the great state of Texas. Last week we talked about some logistical issues relating to the massive migration out of states like California and New York to Texas and how state leaders are grappling with important issues to handle the additional growth. This week we turn our attention to the “Islamification of Texas” with an update on the proposed Muslim city in Collin County as well as the current election run-off and Jeff's perspective on the future of Texas leadership!
Day Break | THE CLIMATE HOAX IS UNRAVELING IN REAL TIME --- 00:00 - Monologue 19:17 – Les Rubin, founder and president of Main Street Economics. Rubin discusses the current political and economic landscape, arguing that while the political left may be winning short-term battles, it is losing broader public support over time. He explains how economic realities and cultural shifts are influencing voter sentiment. 38:27 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:27 – Dr. Jeremy M. Levin, biotechnology executive, former CEO of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, and Chairman of the Biotechnology Innovation Organization. Levin discusses his new book Biotech in the Balance and warns about growing challenges facing the biotechnology industry. He explains why public distrust, regulation, and global competition—particularly with China—are creating major concerns for the future of biotech innovation. 57:40 – Matt Schuck, EVP at Tholos Government Relations and former communications director for Sean Duffy, Jason Smith, and Dr. Ben Carson. Schuck discusses the Trump administration's trucking enforcement efforts and broader transportation policy. He explains the debate over whether increased crackdowns are improving road safety and accountability within the industry. 1:06:37 – AJ Louderback, Texas State Representative for Border District 30 and former sheriff. Louderback discusses violent crime connected to illegal immigration and ongoing border security concerns. He explains how these issues are impacting communities along the southern border. 1:16:49 - Monologue 1:25:48 – Mike Stack, Chair of the Michigan Moves Coalition. Stack discusses a new statewide initiative focused on combating physical inactivity and its economic and health consequences. He explains why encouraging movement and exercise could reduce healthcare costs and improve quality of life across Michigan. 1:36:03 – Tim Golding, Michigan State Director for Americans for Prosperity. Golding discusses Michigan's housing crisis and policy solutions aimed at improving affordability and increasing housing supply across the state. 1:45:00 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber discusses faith, spiritual revival in America, and concerns surrounding parenting and youth culture. The conversation focuses on values, responsibility, and the role families play in shaping future generations. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 15 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/2DY74e9ffLY
This week Howie is joined by Arshia Papari, a Junior Government Student at the University of Texas at Austin, a Green Candidate for Texas State Representative in House District 49, and the youngest National Co-Chair of the Green Party of the United States.Arshia Papari is a second-generation Iranian-American organizer, strategist, and Green Party candidate for Texas State Representative in House District 49. A proud member of the Green Party and a former Vice-President and Spokesman of Austin Students for a Democratic Society.Arshia has been organizing since high school, on immigrant rights, climate justice, education access, anti-war resistance, and youth power. In recent years, he has led or co-led dozens of campaigns and actions, including student protests for Palestine, protests and walkouts for Immigrants rights and against ICE detention centers, lobbying efforts on immigration, education, free speech, and pro-Palestine legislation, and campaigns for ceasefire and sanctuary resolutions in Texas cities. He has served as a legislative aide in the Texas House of Representatives twice, written and advised on progressive legislation, managed several electoral campaigns, and worked with local coalitions on policy related to the death penalty, public health, migrant defense, and divestment efforts.Arshia helped spearhead organizing for the 2024 Stein/Ware campaign in Austin Texas, managing campus-wide outreach, hosting educational forums, and organizing Professor Ware's visit to the University of Texas at Austin. His testimony and advocacy in city councils and the state capitol have uplifted the Green Party as a principled alternative to the violence of the status quo. He also has mentored and trained youth organizers across the country, has directed national civic education programs, and helped build the leadership pipelines necessary for sustaining a long-term political movement. His organizing experience includes work on county and state electoral campaigns, climate coalition strategy, campus political engagement, and national legislative tracking for youth-led organizations.Streamed on 5/16/26Watch the video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnigah3JixwGreen Socialist Notes is a weekly livestream/podcast hosted by 2020 Green Party/Socialist Party presidential nominee, Howie Hawkins. Started as a weekly campaign livestream in the spring of 2020, the streams have continued post elections and are now under the umbrella of the Green Socialist Organizing Project, which grew out of the 2020 presidential campaign. Green Socialist Notes seeks to provide both an independent Green Socialist perspective, as well as link listeners up with opportunities to get involved in building a real people-powered movement in their communities.Green Socialist Notes PodcastEvery Saturday at 3:00 PM EDT on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch.Every Monday at 7:00 AM EDT on most major podcast outlets.Music by Gumbo le FunqueIntro: She Taught UsOutro: #PowerLoveFreedom
Guest: Jeff Leach, Texas State Representative, District 67 If you'd like to watch this podcast, check out the PCA YouTube page. As more and more people flood to Texas, state leaders continue to wrestle with ways to handle the rapid population growth while maintaining conservative principles. Texas state leaders like Jeff Leach are dealing with major issues like education reform, an energy and water crisis, all while the population and economy are surging forward. It remains true, that as goes Texas…so goes America! Listen and enjoy the conversation with Jeff Leach and share this with others to help them better understand the important issues facing our state.
Join us on Texas Values Report with special guest Rep. Steve Toth , Texas State Representative, District 15, and host Jonathan Saenz, President & Attorney for Texas Values as they discuss Rep. Toth's victory vs Congressman Dan Crenshaw in the Primary Elections. Follow Representative Steve Toth on X https://x.com/Toth_4_Texas Senator Cornyn responds “All in” to Jonathan Saenz on X regarding banning the use of Mifepristone https://x.com/JohnCornyn/status/2032096791336722732?s=20 ICYMI Texas Values Action Report with Republican Party of Texas Chairman Abraham George https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18SccVeKuK/ Join us for Texas Values & Texas Values Action Fort Worth Benefit Dinner Saturday, May 16 at City Club of Fort Worth. Register today! https://txvalues.org/events **keynote speaker and special guests to be announced soon Read more on the update on Good Friday at Austin ISD: https://txvalues.org/not-good-austin-isd-still-refuses-to-acknowledge-good-friday/ Christianity Put Back into Focus at the SBOE, Sharia Social Studies Put to an End for Now https://txvalues.org/christianity-put-back-into-focus-at-the-sboe-sharia-social-studies-put-to-an-end-for-now/ Breaking! Texas Attorney General Tells Austin ISD, “Stop Allowing Male in Female Restroom” https://txvalues.org/breaking-texas-attorney-general-tells-austin-isd-stop-allowing-male-in-female-restroom/ Get your Free Voters Guide for the May 26th Primary Runoff Elections https://freevotersguide.com/ Register to vote in the Primary Runoff Elections before Monday, April 27th https://www.votetexas.gov/register-to-vote/update-voter-registration.html Check your polling place before you vote: https://goelect.txelections.civixapps.com/ivis-mvp-ui/#/login Sign up for text alerts by texting the word TXVALUES to 797979 Download our app today! https://apps.apple.com/us/app/texas-values/id6444873207 Help us build our channel so we can maintain a culture of Faith, Family, & Freedom in Texas by interacting with us; like, comment, share, subscribe! For more about Texas Values see: Txvalues.org To support our work, go to donate.txvalues.org/GivetoTexasValues
Guest: Matt Shaheen, Texas State Representative, District 66 If you'd like to watch this podcast, check out the PCA YouTube page. This week we are continuing our conversation with Texas State Representative Matt Shaheen but instead of talking about the primary election, we turned our attention to the issues facing our state (and country) and wrestled with how to think about these critical concepts from a biblical perspective. As the title suggests, we talked about immigration, sharia law, AI, pro-life, taxes, and the separation of church and state - so, yes, we covered a lot of ground! Also, don't forget that the primary election season is most likely NOT over - there should be a number of run-off elections if one candidate was not able to secure 50% of the votes - so continue to pay attention and make sure that you stay informed and involved!
Guest: Matt Shaheen, Texas State Representative, District 66 If you'd like to watch this podcast, check out the PCA YouTube page. This was such a powerful conversation with Texas State Representative Matt Shaheen sharing some helpful insights into the political system and how primary and general elections work. Early voting in Texas runs through Friday, February 27th and the primary election date is Tuesday, March 3, 2026. If you are in another state, make sure you check for your primary election date and get out and vote! In Texas there are several hotly contested races on the federal, state, and levels from one US Senator position to every House member. On the state level, the Texas Governor, Lt. Gov., Attorney General, Land Commissioner, Ag Commissioner, and Railroad Commissioner are also in contested primary battles on both sides of the political spectrum!
Celebrate Allie's birthday with us in today's episode! Aside from the festivities, she will dive into Texas State Representative and U.S. Senate candidate James Talarico and his appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, which the two claimed was censored by President Trump. However, Allie exposes that CBS sidestepped an FCC fairness rule, meaning Colbert actually censored Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas). Allie also recaps her experience moderating the Republican Texas attorney general debate, highlighting key exchanges on issues like the growing influence of Islam, the abortion pill mifepristone, and border security. Last, Allie reacts to the phenomenon of adult American Girl doll influencers using dolls for anti-ICE activism. Learn more about the outreach Scarlet Hope and donate here: https://scarlethope.org Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: https://sharethearrows.com Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://www.toxicempathy.com — Timecodes: (00:00) Intro (06:45) James Talarico's Interview (18:50) Progressive Theology (27:06) Separation of Church and State (32:50) Texas Republican Attorneys General Debate (50:27) Anti-ICE American Girl Dolls — Today's Sponsors: Fellowship Home Loans | Start with a free consultation at FellowshipHomeLoans.com/Allie and receive a $500 credit at closing. Seven Weeks Coffee | Go to SevenWeeksCoffee.com and save 15% forever when you subscribe. Plus, get a free gift with your order! And use code ALLIE for an extra 10% off your first order. Good Ranchers | If you go to GoodRanchers.com and subscribe to any of their boxes of 100% American meat, you'll save up to $500 a year! Plus, if you use code ALLIE, you'll get an additional $25 off your first order. Legacy Box | Trust the experts to bring those moments back to life. Go to legacybox.com/ALLIE right now to take advantage of the 50% discount they are offering my listeners. Range Leather | Go to RangeLeather.com/Allie to receive 15% off all Range Leather products when you visit my landing page. — Related Episodes: Ep 1221 | Rebutting 'Progressive Christian' James Talarico's Bad Theology https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1221-rebutting-progressive-christian-james-talaricos/id1359249098?i=1000718715520 Ep 1254 | Jubilee Reaction: How to Debate 20 Liberal Christians https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/relatable-with-allie-beth-stuckey/id1359249098?i=1000732041086 Ep 714 | The Balenciaga Story Is Even Worse than You Think https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-714-the-balenciaga-story-is-even-worse-than-you-think/id1359249098?i=1000587809431 Ep 1099 | Mattel's New Barbie Links to a P*rn Site https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1099-mattels-new-barbie-links-to-a-p-rn-site/id1359249098?i=1000676703405 — Buy Allie's book "You're Not Enough (and That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": https://www.alliebethstuckey.com Relatable merchandise: Use promo code ALLIE10 for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of the podcast, Amanda Head is joined by former Navy SEAL and FBI task force officer Jonathan Gilliam, Texas State Representative and Republican Congressional Candidate Steve Toth, and Alvin Lui of Courage Is a Habit to expose how the radical left weaponizes immigration, NGOs, and institutions to destabilize communities.First, Gilliam warns that weak “pathway” proposals from Republicans risk handing Congress back to the left, while highlighting how federal law enforcement successfully restored order in Minneapolis, despite resistance from local leadership.Texas State Rep. Steve Toth contrasts the chaos in blue states with Texas' aggressive ICE cooperation, explaining why sanctuary cities protect criminals over citizens and why Trump's immigration policies earned growing support from Hispanic communities. He also makes the case for codifying executive actions and revoking sanctuary city charters.Finally, Alvin Lui pulls back the curtain on Minnesota's deep NGO entanglements, revealing how the Walz administration has partnered with the violent ICE Watch Network, a group that actively obstructs federal law enforcement, while similar radical organizations seep into K-12 education and public policy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Pastor Josh McPherson interviews Texas State Representative and Mercy Culture Pastor Nate Schatzline—fresh off preaching at Grace City Church during Church Camp 2026. Pastor Nate tells the story behind For Liberty & Justice (FL&J), a kingdom organization designed to mobilize churches for civic engagement, train leaders, and build actionable pathways for believers to step into government with humility, conviction, and biblical clarity. Together they explain why the church must stop retreating from the public square—especially in darker, increasingly hostile states. Now is time to take ground for the name of Jesus. Check out Church Camp Night 1 w/ Pastor Russel Johnson: https://www.youtube.com/live/MqIHthlj9rM?si=MSzHJNu9V9uqXWDi&t=1648Check out Church Camp Night 2 w/ Pastor Nate Schatzline: https://www.youtube.com/live/2BJC_WfQ8_E?si=H4VydSyvPBE4Wmd6&t=1516Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.
Pastor Jack sits down with Rick Green, a former Texas State Representative, lawyer, and successful entrepreneur, to discuss everything from America's founders, the Covid era, and Donald Trump through the lens of the Bible. Pastor Jack and Rick Green will share how Christianity is tied to nearly every aspect of our American way of life and how you can be encouraged to engage and make a difference in your own community.CONNECT WITH RICK GREEN:Website: https://www.patriotacademy.com/The Founders Bible: https://tinyurl.com/yne62ufcBOOK: https://www.patriotacademy.com/store/product/281(00:00) American Principles and Foundations(10:51) Biblical Citizenship and Civic Engagement(15:00) Living Out Faith in Politics(19:59) Impact of Education on Current Society(30:06) Trump's Anointment and Leadership Legacy(40:54) Politics, Religion, and the American Revolution(50:15) Empowerment Through Action and EducationCONNECT WITH PASTOR JACK:Website: https://jackhibbs.com/Instagram: http://bit.ly/2FCyXpOFacebook: https://bit.ly/2WZBWV0YouTube: https://bit.ly/437xMHn CALLED TO TAKE A BOLD STAND:https://boldstand.org/DAZE OF DECEPTION:https://jackhibbs.com/daze-of-deception/ Did you know we have a Real Life Network? Sign up for free today for more exclusive content:https://www.reallifenetwork.com/
We are not building businesses in normal times. If you live in the United States of America, right now is the time to be aware of what is happening and have conversations about it. On today's episode, I speak with Texas State Representative Linda Garcia about the critical issues surrounding gerrymandering, the current political climate in Texas, and the importance of community engagement in the democratic process. We discuss the implications of redistricting, the role of the President in state politics, and the strategic moves made by Democrats to break quorum in order to protect their constituents' rights. Linda emphasizes the need for active participation in politics and the power of individual votes, urging listeners to mobilize and support their communities. To learn more about Rep. Linda Garcia and/or support her work, please visit: https://www.lindafortexas.com/ Follow Rep. Linda Garcia on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/linda4texas
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On today's episode of the Endtime Show, we examine claims made by a Texas State Representative on The Joe Rogan Experience. The Representative asserts that the Bible supports abortion and offers no justification for Christians to be anti-gay or anti-abortion. But is that truly what Scripture teaches? Since the Bible is the authoritative Word of God, we take a closer look at what it actually says about these critical topics. 📱: It's never been easier to understand. Stream Only Source Network and access exclusive content: https://watch.osn.tv/browse 📚: Check out Jerusalem Prophecy College Online for less than $60 per course: https://jerusalemprophecycollege.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textRick Green is known as America's Constitution Coach. He is a former Texas State Representative, national speaker, author, and radio host. Rick co-hosts the national daily radio podcast The WallBuilders Show with Tim & David Barton. Rick is the founder of Patriot Academy, an elite leadership training program specializing in applied civics with a biblical, historical, & constitutional foundation.
In this episode of the Texas Talks podcast, host Brad Swail sits down with Texas State Representative Gary Gates of House District 28. Known for his endurance as an Ironman triathlete and his leadership as Chairman of the Land and Resource Management Committee, Rep. Gates dives into two major legislative initiatives: expanding vocational education for high school students and reforming Housing Finance Corporations (HFCs) to protect taxpayers and increase transparency. They discuss Gates' landmark vocational training bill (HB 20), which aims to prepare students for high-paying, in-demand jobs without the burden of college debt. The conversation then shifts to housing policy and HB 21, addressing how certain entities exploit tax exemptions without delivering true affordable housing, costing Texas billions in revenue. If you're interested in policy, education reform, housing legislation, or Texas state politics, this episode delivers a deep dive into the state's most pressing issues.
Brad Swail sits down with Texas State Representative Briscoe Cain (HD-128) for a wide-ranging and candid conversation on some of the most pressing legislative issues in the Lone Star State. Rep. Cain discusses the landmark push for universal school choice through Educational Savings Accounts (ESAs), the controversial "District of Austin" bill, and his strong stance against taxpayer-funded lobbying. Cain also shares his views on how to phase out property taxes, tackle local government overspending, and what he sees as the future of public education in Texas. They also explore the implications of recent legislation affecting memes and political speech, and how civic engagement still plays a critical role at the Capitol. Whether you're a Texas policy wonk, a parent following school choice, or simply a citizen concerned about taxes and governance, this episode delivers clarity, strong opinions, and actionable insights.
On our second installment of "Modern-Day Mordecais," Holly and Janie sit down with Texas State Representative for District 65, Mitch Little. Mitch is a strong believer who is currently serving in his freshman session in Austin. Among many other impactful platforms, Mitch is on the forefront of protecting sexual abuse survivors and standing up for the vulnerable. He is committed to being a light in the midst of a very dark political world, and we are honored that he took the time to have this conversation with us. Follow Representative Mitch Little:Instagram: @jmitchelllittleFacebook: Mitch Little Website: www.mitchlittlefortexas.comSisters with Swords is produced and edited by Holly Knight. Original music by the Minister of Funk and husband of the year, Bradley Knight, can be found here. You can find Holly's book Stubborn Obedience on Amazon! And don't forget to visit Janie's restaurant, The Biscuit Bar, if you're in the DFW Area. Please like, subscribe, and share this episode with your friends and follow us on Instagram! We are so grateful for you, sister, and are cheering you on as you wield your sword.@sisterswithswords@heyhollyknight@janiejoburkett
Join us for this very special message from Texas State Representative, Pastor Nate Schatzline!
The Texas Senate will vote on a total ban on THC products, a Texas State Representative wants to rename part of I-35 going through Travis County after Donald Trump and the Trump administration is defending its deportation of alleged gang members to Honduras & El Salvador.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Austin City Council is set to vote on whether to spend millions on updating the art at ABIA, one of the truckers who was part of the deadly wreck near Parmer & 35 last week is speaking out and and a Texas State Representative has filed legislation that would abolish Texas Parks & Wildlife.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Interviews with Nancy White, @Nancy4Thinking, Texas State Representative Wes Virdell. (R, HD 53). @wesvirdelltx. VirdellForTexas.com. USAF Veteran. Follow Debbie Georgatos, America Can We Talk Show HostWebsite: http://americacanwetalk.orgTwitter: @DebbieCanWeTalkTruth: https://truthsocial.com/@AmericaCanWeTalkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbiecanwetalkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericaCanWeTalkRumble: https://rumble.com/user/AmericaCanWeTalkOBBM: https://www.obbmnetwork.tv/series/america-can-we-talk-207873America Can We Talk is a show with a mission — to speak up for the extraordinary and unique greatness of America. I talk about the top issues of the day facing America, often with insightful guests, always from the perspective of furthering that mission, and with the goal to inspire listeners to celebrate and embrace the liberty on which America was founded. #BecauseAmericaMatters
2.10.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Crying MAGA Farmers, Barbara Lee for Mayor, Texas School Vouchers, Super Bowl Anthem Controversy The head of the United Nations AIDS agency has warned that we could see a significant increase in HIV infections and deaths if the U.S. goes through with freezing foreign aid for HIV programs. Some MAGA farmers are discovering that they have voted against their own interests. A MAGA supporter attempted to challenge Connecticut Congresswoman Jahana Hayes during a town hall meeting about government spending, but things did not go well for him. Congresswoman Barbara Lee will join us to discuss her bid for mayor in Oakland, California. A Texas State Representative will explain why he believes Governor Abbott’s school voucher program is a scam. And I have some thoughts for the MAGA contingent and prominent right-wing commentators who are outraged by the inclusion of the Black national anthem during the Super Bowl. #BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing. Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox http://www.blackstarnetwork.com The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Guest: The Honorable Matt Shaheen, Texas State Representative, District 66 If you'd like to watch this podcast, check out the PCA YouTube page. We had the opportunity to sit down and catch up with State Representative Matt Shaheen after he returned from the oral arguments at the Supreme Court on his bill (HB 1181) that requires age verification to prevent minors from accessing inappropriate material on the Internet. The case involves some complex issues including digital privacy rights, states' rights, the protection of minors, and the regulation of online content. To learn more about this bill and the Supreme Court case please read the Texas Policy Research article as well as the press release from the Texas Attorney General's office on the Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton case. We also discussed several major initiatives that will be addressed and debated in the 2025 Texas Legislative Session including school choice (ESA, Educational Savings Accounts), gambling, gender ideology, and pro-life issues.
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Mark Strama joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career in politics and tech, his time as a Texas State Representative and his current role at the Annette Strauss Institute for Civic Life at UT Austin.
In this episode, Luzy interviews author Linda Garcia about her book Wealth Warrior: 8 Steps for Communities of Color to Conquer the Stock Market and why she is now running for a state representative. About our guest: Linda Garcia, a Democratic candidate for Texas State Representative, founded In Luz We Trust, a company that educates marginalized communities on the stock market. She aims to restructure negative generational money beliefs to create a positive experience through investing. Linda is the host of a weekly podcast called Investies. She develops daily digestible content explaining economics and stock market outlooks for her subscription-based community on Patreon. She is a public speaker who raises awareness of the wealth divide and provides actions that need to be taken to move toward change. About Luzy King Luzy King is a 3X award-winning Latina Wealth Coach. She became a first-gen investor after learning about investing and wealth building by accident through her MBA program in 2019. During the same year, Luzy was denied access to financial advice because she didn't have $100K to start investing, and she made a commitment to learn things on her own and become the first one in her family to start investing. Now, she is passionate about teaching women of color all of the strategies she wishes someone would have taught her in school. Luzy is a certified trauma-informed Financial & Business Coach, contributing author, and Community Leader. Luzy is on a mission to destigmatize the idea of wanting more money, more money, and more options. She is ready to teach women of color how to build a legacy through stock market investing and entrepreneurship. Join our #CASHLIBRE community for free resources on investing and generational wealth.
Linda Goolsbee - Democrat Candidate for Texas State Representative District 71Linda Goolsbee discusses the hot topics of immigration and Texas border security, school vouchers, and expanding healthcare in the form of Medicaid in Texas. If you're a Republican this is a great episode to listen to so that you understand the arguments of the other side. If you're a Democrat, this is a great discussion on the pros and cons on each issue.
This episode is part of our series, "Wake Up! Replays", featuring replays from our 2023 Wake Up! Conference. In this episode, we feature remarks from former Texas State Representative, Pastor Scott Sanford and Alyssa Brown. In his remarks, Pastor Sanford shares a message to the church from his unique perspective of working both in the government and in the church. Following Scott's remarks, we feature Alyssa Brown, a young Christians Engaged leader from Arkansas, who soon after our 2023 Conference ran for a seat in the Arkansas State House, and is now the Republican nominee in the District 41.Stream our 2024 Conference free of charge https://www.thececonference.org/livestreamSupport Christians Engaged's efforts to educate and empower Christians nationwide: https://christiansengaged.org/donateConversations with Christians Engaged | Hosted by Bunni PoundsListen, watch, and subscribe: https://christiansengaged.org/conversations-showChristians Engaged exists to awaken, educate, and empower believers in Jesus Christ to:▪️ PRAY for our nation and elected officials regularly▪️ VOTE in every local, state, and national election to impact our culture ▪️ ENGAGE our hearts in civic education or involvement for the well-being of our local communities and our nationLearn more: https://christiansengaged.org/Support our efforts: https://christiansengaged.org/donateTake the PLEDGE to PRAY, VOTE, & ENGAGE: https://christiansengaged.org/pledge
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Two Haynes Boone attorneys have the unique role of not just arguing or interpreting law but also writing it. In this episode of "The Legal Landscape" Communications Manager William Joy speaks with Partner John Turner, a former Dallas State Representative, and Of Counsel Rafael Anchia, a Texas State Representative in Dallas. They share their dual roles and experiences balancing legal practice with public service.Featured Speakers: Rafael Anchia, Of Counsel, Finance Practice GroupJohn Turner, Partner, Litigation Practice GroupWilliam Joy, Communications Manager
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Texas State Representative, Christian Manuel, has been involved in politics for over two decades, and today, we are chatting about how his family's background in education and leadership influenced his passion for serving others to make the world a better place. Rep. Manuel begins today's conversation by explaining the significance of Juneteenth for Americans before detailing his early entry into public office and his team's commitment to supporting survivors. Rep. Manuel shares how he turns the concerns of the public into actionable policies, the achievements that he's most proud of from his time in office, how his position as an out, black man affects the way he works, and how he stays motivated in a profession riddled with fresh daily challenges. We also discuss why it's important for policymakers to listen to young voices, why we need to understand the intersectionality of the issues that we address, the role of education in achieving gender and socioeconomic balance, and how newly elected officials can go about being the best champions for their constituents. Please note that this episode carries a trigger warning for domestic violence, transphobia/homophobia, and violence against the LGBTQ+ community and may be sensitive to some listeners. Please listen with care. Please see the resources below: Representative Manuel https://www.equalitytexas.org/ https://www.transtexas.org/
In the second part of our Independence Day series, host Joseph Backholm is joined again by Rick Green, the founder of Patriot Academy and former Texas State Representative. The two continue to unpack the current worldview of the United States, analyze government trends, and take a dive into who really is the threat to democracy. We are challenged to think like stewards of authority and remember that our rights come from God, not man. Resources Ep. 111: Independence Day with Rick Green pt.1 Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.
In the second part of our Independence Day series, host Joseph Backholm is joined again by Rick Green, the founder of Patriot Academy and former Texas State Representative. The two continue to unpack the current worldview of the United States, analyze government trends, and take a dive into who really is the threat to democracy. We are challenged to think like stewards of authority and remember that our rights come from God, not man. Resources Ep. 111: Independence Day with Rick Green pt.1 Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.
It is a privilege to be an American. To be a citizen given rights and freedoms that are protected by law. But what makes America so great? Host Joseph Backholm is joined by the founder of Patriot Academy and former Texas State Representative, Rick Green, for a constitutional coaching lesson. Joseph and Rick ask the question, “Is America worth saving?” – the short answer, is yes, absolutely. They dive into what makes America, America, if the Declaration and the Constitution are biblical, and how should Christians view the Constitution. Listen now to the first part of our Independence Day two-parter for a constitutionally-centered conversation! Resources Patriot Academy Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.
It is a privilege to be an American. To be a citizen given rights and freedoms that are protected by law. But what makes America so great? Host Joseph Backholm is joined by the founder of Patriot Academy and former Texas State Representative, Rick Green, for a constitutional coaching lesson. Joseph and Rick ask the question, “Is America worth saving?” – the short answer, is yes, absolutely. They dive into what makes America, America, if the Declaration and the Constitution are biblical, and how should Christians view the Constitution. Listen now to the first part of our Independence Day two-parter for a constitutionally-centered conversation! Resources Patriot Academy Read The Washington Stand, featuring news and commentary from a biblical worldview. Published by Family Research Council.