Jovanka Palacios
Jovanka Palacios is a Mexican-American writer, editor, storyteller and poet. She covers politics for RA News whilst also dabbling in lifestyle and other news.
Texans Don’t Prioritize Vouchers, UT Poll Reveals
In the midst of an ever-evolving landscape in public education, Texas voters have spoken loud and clear about their priorities. According to...
Paxton Fundraises During Impeachment Trial: “I Can Be Back By The End Of The...
In the midst of a political battle, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who is suspended from office, sent fundraising emails on the...
Florida’s School Voucher Program Under Fire For Misuse Of Taxpayer Funds
In March of this year, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a substantial expansion of the state's school voucher program, which had previously...
Former Top Aide Accused Of “Staging a Coup” In Paxton Impeachment Trial
During the second day of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton's impeachment trial, the focus shifted towards his former first assistant attorney general,...
Paxton’s Efforts To Dismiss Impeachment Trial Thwarted By Senators
To inaugurate the much anticipated impeachment trial of suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton, the Texas Senate took a pivotal vote, rejecting all...
Mayor Demands Resignation Of District Attorney Over Uvalde “Cover-Up”
Uvalde Mayor Don McLaughlin has taken a bold stance, accusing Uvalde County District Attorney Christina Mitchell of obstructing the city's investigation into...
Countdown Begins: Senators Meet Behind Closed Doors To Discuss Paxton’s Impeachment Trial
Texas Senators held a discreet meeting in the state Capitol exactly one week before the high-stakes impeachment trial of Ken Paxton. Their...
LGBTQ+ Rights Clash With Conservative Values As Katy ISD Imposes New Gender Rules
In a tightly contested vote on Monday, the Katy Independent School District trustees enacted restrictions on how staff members can address matters...
Back-to-School Mystery: Confused Teachers And Parents Grapple With HISD Overhaul
The state of Texas took over the Houston Independent School District in June, citing management and budget problems. Ever since, twenty-seven campuses...
Perry Joins the Chorus, Backs Ken Paxton’s Path To Impeachment
Former Texas Governor Rick Perry has taken a stand on the impeachment proceedings against the state's Attorney General, Ken Paxton. He published...
