Tag: Texas Politics
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What is a Precinct Chair and—Why Do We Need You to Be One?
Precinct chairs are the bridge between everyday Texans and the Democratic Party, and in a county like ours, just one person stepping up in each precinct could nearly double our turnout.
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The Danger of a One-Party System
Democracy isn’t supposed to be about one party holding all the cards. When gerrymandering, voter suppression, and unchecked power silence dissent, we edge closer to a one-party system—and that’s dangerous for everyone. This isn’t overreaction. It’s a warning: democracy only survives if we use it.
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This November’s Quiet Election Could Shape Texas for Decades
This November, Texans will vote on 17 proposed constitutional amendments in an election most skip. Low turnout means just a fraction of voters will decide big changes. Here’s what’s on the ballot, why it matters, and how your vote can shape Texas for decades.
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Getting Involved 101
Getting involved in politics sounds can be intimidating, especially if you’ve never been involved. If you’re looking to make a difference in your local politics in Texas, here are some fun and empowering ways to get engaged. Let’s wake up democracy with some positive energy!
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What I Learned About ‘The Left’ as a Conservative Christian Growing Up
The author reflects on growing up in a conservative, Christian environment, absorbing narratives that create fear and moral framing against the Left. They deconstruct common accusations against Democrats, offering reframes that highlight patriotism, religious freedom, reproductive rights, and community support, emphasizing a compassionate understanding rather than divisive rhetoric.
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Seeing the Unseen: Understanding Invisible Barriers and How to Recognize Them
Invisible barriers shape the way people experience education, work, healthcare, and justice—often without being seen by those who aren’t affected. This article explores how these unseen systems function, where they exist, and how we can begin to recognize them through empathy, reflection, and listening.
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The Heartbeat of Progress
After attending her first Hardin County Democratic Party meeting, a rural Texan reflects on political transformation, community, and the quiet courage it takes to question what you’ve always believed. This personal story invites fellow “blue dots” in red towns to find belonging and stand confidently in their truth.
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Conversations Without Combat: Why I Started the Coffee + Tea Podcast
Coffee & Tea is a podcast about real conversations across the political spectrum. No debates, no shaming—just stories, reflection, and a search for understanding. Here’s why I started it and what I hope it can become.
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Can I Call You a Neighbor If You Laugh When My House Burns Down?
In the wealthiest country in the world, I don’t understand why we celebrate cruelty over compassion. This reflection asks hard questions about what it means to be a neighbor, a Christian, and a decent human being in a time when empathy feels in short supply.
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Why This Space Exists
Little Blue Texans is a place to say what so many of us are thinking but are too exhausted or too worried to say out loud. That it matters how we treat each other. That empathy isn’t radical.
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