Fate of the Golden Door--Trump and Immigration
December 2, 2016
Trump’s dreams, true or false, are real nightmares for Latinos, Muslims and other targets of his cruel and abusive threats.
Texas Progressives Move to Eliminate ‘Tampon Tax’ in 2017 Legislative Session
November 22, 2016
Bills take aim at gender equity by eliminating unfair sales tax on feminine hygiene products.
When It Comes to Misogyny, Texas Republicans Practice What Donald Trump Preaches
October 12, 2016
Texas GOP has legislated a shockingly similar brand of misogyny for years.
Hispanic Heritage: More Than Just Taco Trucks
September 29, 2016
Latino outreach is important all year, not just during Heritage Month or election season.
How Can We Create Economic Opportunity for Young Texans?
September 22, 2016
Three young adults share their stories of struggling to find jobs in Texas.
Texas Democrat Donna Howard Discusses Sensible Budget Opportunities for Texas' Future
September 21, 2016
Austin-area Democrat lays out path forward for investing in our state's future
Texas Republicans Move to Slash Paychecks of 1.2 Million Texans
September 20, 2016
Texas is mounting a costly lawsuit to deny more than a million Texans — and 12.5 million Americans — a long overdue raise.
50 Years Ago, César Chávez Led a 490-Mile March for Better Pay to the Texas Capitol
September 4, 2016
This is a Labor Day story about Mexican-American farmworkers who made civil rights history when they refused to let go of the “radical” idea that their wages should afford them a living.
Texas Hasn’t Raised the Minimum Wage in 7 Years. That's Pathetic.
July 29, 2016
It should go without saying: raising the minimum wage to a livable wage is long overdue.
Today is Equal Pay Day - But It's No Celebration in Texas
April 11, 2016
Women have to work nearly three and a half months longer for the same amount of pay
Raising the Minimum Wage Is a Women’s Equality Issue. Here’s Why.
December 1, 2015
Raising the minimum wage would go a long way towards the economic empowerment of Texas women
Texas Latinos Could See Economic Equality - If Republicans Stopped Blocking Progress
October 8, 2015
Texas Latinos Could See Economic Equality - If Republicans Stopped Blocking Progress
Texans Need Paid Sick Days. Here's Why.
September 10, 2015
Texas families need paid sick days to promote economic security, healthy communities, and a robust state economy.
Top 10 Reasons Texas Women Need to Vote in 2014
October 16, 2014
Greg Abbott: Pays Women Less Than Men for Same Job
October 13, 2014
