Jovanka Palacios
Jovanka Palacios, a Mexican-American Politics Reporter and Managing Editor at RA's Gun Violence Watch, unveils the Capitol's inner workings. Focused on Public Education and Gun Policies, she passionately advocates for informed dialogue, delivering concise, impactful insights into the intricate political landscape.
Abbott’s Inaction On School Funding Hurts Conservative School Boards Backing His Policies
Despite being on the same page with Texas Governor Greg Abbott, recently-elected conservative school boards are finding themselves hamstrung by his inaction on school...
“Democrats are the party of life”
During the first general session of the Texas Democratic Convention, the speakers conveyed a strong sense of frustration and hope. They repeatedly stressed that...
Texas Democrats Rally Against Far-Right SBOE at Convention
The Texas State Board of Education (SBOE) is facing a shift towards far-right ideologies, raising concerns about the future of educational content and its...
Lost Decade Nightmare: Salary Plummeted By 9% Amid Voucher Wars
Texas is facing a severe retention crisis among certified teachers and qualified school staff, exacerbated by stagnant and declining salaries. Despite the critical role...
Are Vouchers Part Of A Big Government Plot?
In the world of extremist politics conspiracy theories often hold sway. Some are hard to believe like 911 was an inside job, the existence...
Democrats Set To Flip GOP Strongholds And Defeat Abbott’s Vouchers
As the political landscape in Texas heats up, everyone seems to be buzzing about Governor Greg Abbott's premature declaration of victory in the battle...
Helen Kerwin Secures Victory In HD 58 Runoff Election
The runoff elections for Texas House District 58 concluded on Tuesday night, marking a pivotal moment in a particularly intense election cycle. The heightened...
Gary VanDeaver Gets Reelected for HD 1 In Runoff Election
The runoff elections for Texas House District 1 concluded on Tuesday night, marking a pivotal moment in a particularly intense election cycle. The heightened...
Alan Schoolcraft Takes Victory In HD 44 Runoff Election
The runoff elections for Texas House District 44 concluded on Tuesday night, marking a pivotal moment in a particularly intense election cycle. The heightened...
Keresa Richardson Declares Victory In HD 61 Runoff Election
The runoff elections for Texas House District 61 concluded on Tuesday night, marking a pivotal moment in a particularly intense election cycle. The heightened...
