James Talarico Enters Texas Senate Race
Talarico’s sincere faith (as well as his youthfulness and made-for-television messaging) may serve him well in the primary
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The Bathroom Bill Arrives In Texas
There were many horrible, nasty and plainly false statements made. But one member’s speech truly stood out
Redistricting Bill Clears Texas Senate
The final vote on redistricting happened after Republicans in the State Senate thwarted a filibuster by Senator Carol Alvarado
Redistricting Bill Passes Texas House
The vote came after a lengthy day on the House floor, that saw Texas Democrats file several amendments to try and change or stall the legislation
The Special Session Starts Again
Texas Democrats face an uphill battle in stopping redistricting, and the other agenda items for the second special session
Texans Rally Against “The Trump Takeover”
Thousands attended rallies nationwide, where community and labor leaders denounced the attempt to radically redraw the congressional districts of Texas
Texas Senate Passes Redistricting Bill
Despite a walkout from several Democrats, a redistricting bill passed the Texas Senate but remains in limbo in the House thanks to a quorum break
Republican Legal Threats Continue As Democrats Hold Strong
As Democrats have appeared alongside leaders of states like Illinois, New York, Massachusetts and California, Republicans in Texas are attempting to take legal action, often invoking powers they do not hold.
House Democrats Leave State, Denying A Quorum
The Democrats left the state on Sunday afternoon and began arriving at various destinations across the country including Chicago, Boston, and Albany.
First Redistricting Map Revealed
The new congressional districts would potentially net Republicans five more seats by carving out districts in North Texas, Austin and Houston
Texas Republicans Revive Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill
Women and survivors of violence held a rally outside the Capitol blasting the latest bathroom bill re-introduced in the special session
How Will Democrats Approach The Special Session?
Monday will give a glimpse if Texas Democrats have a plan to fight redistricting not just with websites and rhetoric but action too
The Stakes Of Redistricting
All eyes will be on the lone star state to see whether Republicans can really deliver on the wishes of President Trump about radically redistricting the state
Tabulating The Texas Legislature
In 140 days, the legislature once again did what they do best to millions of Texans: ban, bully and burn.
Texas Democrats Strategize A Path Forward
Former Congressman Adam Kinzinger appeared with several North Texas elected officials to discuss the future of the Democratic Party
The Many ‘No Kings’ Protests Throughout Texas
The protests that took place in Texas were all peaceful, with rallygoers chanting and waving creative signs rebuking the Trump administration