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Trust Black Women
February 25, 2020
If you’re working on a race in Texas, or in any Democratic races, and your campaign isn’t trusting black women, you’re doing it wrong.
Federal court blocks Mississippi abortion ban that Texas conservatives tried to pass in 2019
February 21, 2020
Abortion should be safe, legal, and accessible.
What is the impact of Senator Kirk Watson's resignation?
February 18, 2020
Progress Texas Senior Strategist Glenn W. Smith joins FOX 7 to discuss how Senator Kirk Watson's resignation will impact Austin and Travis County.
Explainer: Special Elections for the Texas Legislature
February 18, 2020
This state has a lot of special elections, with quite a few rules. Here’s what to expect.
Texans are working around the clock to register voters
February 13, 2020
Across the state, individuals and Texas organizations are working to register a record number of voters ahead of the November election.
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.
Texas’ dangerous anti-abortion ordinances are misleading and unconstitutional
February 4, 2020
Abortion advocates and community leaders are fighting back against these local ordinances and demonstrating our collective power.
The rise of organizing in North Texas: Queer rights and better centering the LGBTQIA+ community
February 3, 2020
North Texas is organizing for policies to protect queer Texans.
Austin got it right. Texas’ outdated conversion therapy laws need to go.
January 28, 2020
All Texas cities should follow Austin’s lead by refusing to allow resources to be used on this outdated, dangerous practice.
Certified Progressive 2020: Our list of Texas progressives running in competitive districts
January 23, 2020
Our Progress Texas team asked roughly 100 candidates to take our "Certified Progressive" survey. Here are the results.
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Certified Progressive 2020: Our 10 point values questionnaire
January 23, 2020
Working with a coalition of partners from around the state, we work on issues that are important to a growing majority of people in our state.
As 'Roe' hangs in the balance, Texas must elect more women
January 21, 2020
Texas women have led the fight for abortion access, and voters have the power to fight anti-abortion extremists in November.
Abbott’s shameful refugee decision goes against what Texans stand for
January 14, 2020
Every Texan should be embarrassed and ashamed by Abbott’s decision not to accept new refugees into our state.
Progressive candidates: 4 tips for a better stump speech
January 13, 2020
A clear and compelling message reinforces a candidates brand.
Texas is last in access to mental health services
January 13, 2020
Our society stigmatizes those suffering from mental health issues, but those who should be ashamed are the leaders who have failed to help them.
The solution to homelessness is a home
January 9, 2020
How providing stable, resource-available housing can truly help the people who struggle the most and save us all a bunch of cash.
Voting rights fight continues in Texas with latest lawsuit over registration requirements
January 8, 2020
While Texas Republicans rely on a strategy of voter suppression to hold on to power, progressive power in our state continues to grow. Texans will not be silenced!
2019 in Review: A look back at all our shenanigans, stories, stunts, and stats
December 23, 2019
2019 was our best year yet, and that's thanks to the support we’ve received from folks like you! Help us continue to make progress possible in 2020 by becoming a sustaining donor today.
