Texans: Demand Grid Reform
Another storm, another reminder that Texas needs to upgrade its power grid to prevent further disasters.
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Can Texas Lawmakers Fix the "Junk Science" Problem?
Fix the flawed law. Undo junk science conviction.
Travis County invests in childcare
The Travis County childcare initiative is a vital investment that will benefit all families. The scheme is worthy of the public's backing.
Universities restore civility.
The role of universities in restoring civil society is a dumb corporate question. Academically, this means resisting the commodification of education. And broader, it means fighting the oppressive state apparatus.
No Thanks, Gov. Grisham.
Texas doctors refute New Mexico Governor Lujan Grisham's claims.
Columnist mocks women, reveals white privilege.
Columnist demonstrates white privilege, mocks women of color.
Trump's Racist Harris Rant Explained
Trump uses racist rhetoric as a tactic to distract voters from his failed promises and policies. His recent false and offensive remarks about Harris perpetuate racial stereotypes and divide Americans.
Austin Budget: A Missed Chance to Save Money?
City officials: it's time to rethink where our money goes and give taxpayers a break.
Latinos: Still Under Attack
Abbott fails to protect Texans. Latinos nationwide suffer Trump's racist attacks.
Voters, take heed: Candidates may be misleading
News flash: Our future leaders should be thoughtful with their words and actions. No more empty suits, spineless empty vessels spouting corporate and government rhetoric. Integrity and authenticity are vital. Let's demand more from those seeking power.
Free Speech Targeted in Texas with Coded Antisemitism Spin
Texas colleges must fight back against oppressive mandates and defend students' freedom of speech.
Persecution Not at Paris Olympics But Texas.
Texas Christian Ministries under attack by Greg Abbott and Ken Paxton.
The meaning behind Trump's "no more voting" message
The recent letter to the editor regarding former President Donald Trump's claims about the 2024 election requires clarification. Trump's statement that he may not have to run again because he will already have won is not a playful jab at Biden'sPoor leadership; it is a direct threat to our democratic process and a continuation of his dangerous attempt to undermine faith in our elections. This is the context: Trump is still pushing false claims that the 2020 was stolen and hinting at another run in 2024. His statement is a not-so-veiled suggestion that he may simply reclaim power and nullify the results of the 2024 election if it doesn't go his way. This is authoritarian rhetoric and a clear signal to his supporters that electoral defeat is unacceptable and violent insurrection is justified. Trump and his enablers must be held accountable for their words and actions. We cannot afford to normalize or minimize the threat posed by their anti-democratic agenda.
US refugee policy fuels cartels
The asylum system is in ruins. Humane solutions exist, but they will not happen overnight.
Biden's Delay: Overconfidence
Biden's overconfidence is a symptom of political ambition. It's a common trait among those seeking the presidency. Power and ambition corrupt absolutely.
Biden's Overconfidence Delayed Exit
Biden, like so many others, fell prey to the deadly sin of hubris.
Democrats: Win Texas with these steps
To win in Texas, Democrats must forge an independent path, tailoring policies to the state, not the national party line.
Congress: Help US victims of terrorism.
Terrorism destroyed an Austin family. We demand action, not empty words, from Congress.
Roy immigrated to Texas from Pennsylvania.
Dear [Publication], Chad Wolf's recent op-ed accusing Roy of playing the race card against Harris is yet another attempt by the right-wing media to deflect from the real issues at hand. Wolf accuses Roy of "playing identity politics" by highlighting the racial dynamics at play in the Vice Presidential debate. But let's be clear: it is not "playing the race card" to acknowledge the obvious—that Roy's attacks on Harris' racial identity were a transparent attempt to pander to his base and divide the electorate. The right-wing media's attempts to paint Roy as the victim of "cancel culture" are ludicrous and should be called out for what they are: a desperate attempt to maintain a status quo that serves their interests at the expense of people of color. It's time for the media to stop giving a platform to these disingenuous talking points and start holding politicians accountable for their actions. Sincerely, [Name] [Address]
Roy plays race card against Harris.
Once again, a white male politician demeans the hard-fought achievements of a successful Black woman. Roy's comments imply that Harris's entire career was a free pass due to her race and gender, not talent and hard work. This is a racist, sexist dog-whistle to his base.