Patrick Rules State Senate with Iron Fist, Marching Texas Further Right
Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who has controlled the Texas State Senate since 2014, has frequently battled other Texas Republicans, including Gov. Greg Abbott and...
Who Is Texas’ House New Democratic Caucus Chair?
Last week, State Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer was elected as the newest chair of the Texas House Democratic Caucus, defeating Rep. Gina Hinojosa of...
Friends Or Foes? Dan Patrick And Dade Phelan Get Ready For The Legislature
With the Texas 88th Legislative session right around the corner, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick unveiled a list of 21 legislative priorities, which include a...
Maternal Death Report Delay Will Impact Health Grants
The delay of a long-awaited report on maternal deaths in Texas has been embroiled in political controversy. One effect may be the loss or...
Follow The Freshman: Stan Gerdes
As we near the end of the year, we must focus on the future of Texas, which will be determined during the 88th legislative...
Follow The Freshman: Peter Flores
As we near the end of the year, we must focus on the future of Texas, which will be determined during the 88th legislative...
Texas Secretary Of State Resigns
On Monday, Texas Secretary of State John Scott, who is the state’s top election official, announced that he will resign from office at the...
Follow The Freshman: Jolanda Jones
As we near the end of the year, we must focus on the future of Texas, which will be determined during the 88th legislative...
Follow the Freshmen: Meet Angelia Orr
As we near the end of the year, we must focus on the future of Texas, which will be determined during the 88th legislative...
Is Your Toaster Spying On You — And Is Stopping It A Top Legislative...
As you prepare your holiday season budget for gifts, you might assume that your elected representatives are busy doing the heavy lifting on top-priority...