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Bills We’re Watching in the 2021 Texas Legislative Session
December 3, 2020
Here at Progress Texas, we’re going through every bill filled in the 2021 Texas Legislative Session. Some are good, some are bad, and others are downright ugly.
Texas State Board of Ed. proposes curriculum without LGBTQ+ inclusivity or climate science
November 19, 2020
Young Texans deserve a complete and accurate education
Republicans have been packing the court for years - we can stop them on November 3rd
October 28, 2020
With Amy Coney Barrett, the Supreme Court now has a 6-3 majority going into cases on the Affordable Care Act, the 2020 Census, and same-sex adoption.
Indicted Attorney General is under investigation again. Here are 7 reasons he shouldn’t be in office.
October 7, 2020
Ken Paxton should have resigned long ago. These recent allegations are just the latest in a string of corruption.
Three reasons why an Amy Coney Barrett appointment could be detrimental for Texans
October 5, 2020
Barrett’s track record is clear. Instead of fighting to open doors like RBG, she’d work to close them.
Cornyn prefers to cheat to fill the SCOTUS vacancy instead of letting voters have a say
September 23, 2020
We need a senator who doesn’t work overtime as McConnell’s lapdog. We need MJ Hegar.
The State Board of Education is deciding on new sex-ed standards for students. We the People (of Texas) elect them.
September 9, 2020
The 15 people that serve on the board hold the power of deciding what millions of students in public schools across Texas learn for years to come – and many are on the ballot in November.
The State of COVID-19 in Texas: Rio Grande Valley Impact
September 3, 2020
We chatted with RGV organizers about the devastating effect COVID-19 is having on the community and how folks are building progressive power for the 2020 Election.
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50 reasons to vote against John Cornyn in 2020
July 16, 2020
After 18 years in office, two-thirds of Texans either don’t know John Cornyn or don’t like him.
How Texans can celebrate Pride without parades
June 17, 2020
Parades may be cancelled, but no one can truly cancel Pride.
Following the Supreme Court’s LGBTQ ruling, Texas still needs a statewide nondiscrimination law
June 16, 2020
Texas should expand the protections guaranteed by the Supreme Court’s LGBTQ workplace discrimination ruling by passing a statewide nondiscrimination law.
SCOTUS rules on LGBTQ workplace discrimination
June 15, 2020
Progress Texas Communications Associate Wesley Story joins CBS Austin to discuss the SCOTUS ruling on LGBTQ workplace discrimination.
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Progressive organizations working to make Texas a better place in 2021
June 1, 2020
Find an issue that’s important to you and join the movement: donate, join lists, volunteer.
Progress Texas Happy Hour with Gina Ortiz Jones
April 24, 2020
Join Congressional candidate Gina Ortiz Jones (TX-23) & Progress Texas Executive Director Ed Espinoza for a discussion on the campaign in TX-23, leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, & more!
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Pandemic or not - we’re still fighting for you
April 7, 2020
In the midst of this pandemic, we’re working to promote progress, hold our leaders accountable, and keep Texans informed. Here’s an ongoing list of our content.
The disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on LGBTQIA+ Texans
March 24, 2020
Texas must pass a comprehensive, statewide nondiscrimination law that protects all people, including LGBTQIA+ people.
Eddie Lucio Jr. is not a Democrat
February 19, 2020
Senator Lucio is not a Democrat. He has always put conservative policies over the needs of his constituents. His time is up. The RGV is ready for new, progressive leadership. Progress Texas believes that there is a candidate in State Senate District 27 who will elevate the needs of the people - Ruben Cortez.
Rio Grande Valley voters protest ‘Sucio Lucio’ ahead of March Primary
February 12, 2020
Senator Eddie Lucio Jr. has a 30-year record of putting extremist politics before constituents.
Alerta de Respaldo Político: Ruben Cortez es el luchador que el Valle se merece en el Senado estatal
February 6, 2020
Mientras tanto, el "demócrata" Eddie Lucio Jr. se pone del lado del gobernador republicano Greg Abbott y Donald Trump en un tema tras otro.
Endorsement Alert: Ruben Cortez is the fighter the RGV deserves in the State Senate
February 6, 2020
Meanwhile “Democratic” incumbent Eddie Lucio Jr. sides with Republican Gov. Greg Abbott and Donald Trump on issue after issue.
