The Contract with Texas: A Call For Transparency, Not Just Another Political Stunt
The “Contract with Texas” is a movement designed to bring reform to the Texas House of Representatives by pledging members to support the selection and appointment of a Speaker of the House that supports GOP priorities and the will of the people. The Contract also pledges signatories to bring more transparency and accountability to both the Speakership and to the House in general. (For a more detailed look at the driving force behind this movement, see our last blog post )
A House Divided: How the Texas House Speaker Is Failing Us!
Out of 150 seats in the Texas House of Representatives, 86 are Republican and 64 are Democrat. Although logic would dictate that with a Republican majority in the House, the legislative outcome would favor important conservative issues such as the rights of the unborn, strong border security, traditional family values, election integrity, and lower taxes such is not the case.
The Lure of Babylon the Great
In light of recent events, with the website entity known as Pornhub shutting down their servers in Texas as to avoid compliance with Texas Law H.B. 1181.
Super Tuesday Is Here!
Super Tuesday is upon us! That is the March 5th presidential primary for 14 states across America, including Texas. Far too many people walk into the voting booth with their ballot in hand, wondering to themselves who the names are on the ballot.
Choosing the Best: Abstinence-based Education Wins!
On Tuesday night, in an astonishing, but should-not-be-surprising end, the Fort Worth ISD unanimously decided to adopt Choosing The Best curricula! Choosing The Best is an abstinence-based curricula offered to grades 6-10.
Babies' Lives Saved By Dobbs Decision
A recent detailed report from the Institute of Labor Economics found that approximately 32,000 babies were saved (allowed to be born) as a result of the Dobbs decision which overturned Roe v. Wade in June of 2022. The study concluded that birth-rates increased by 2.3% since the decision was made in 2022.
Illegal Immigrants Are Flooding the Texas Border by the Thousands
The United States is experiencing the largest invasion in her history, and it’s happening at the Texas border. According to The Blaze, Fox News Digital has reported that more than 2,200 illegal immigrants rushed the southern border in Eagle Pass, Texas on Monday morning.
Texas Judge Strikes Down Anti-Porn Law
Pornography has destroyed our nation’s culture and family life. It seems that one judge in Texas disagrees. According to Daily Wire, federal Judge David A. Ezra has temporarily struck down House Bill 1181, a new Texas law that now requires visitors of pornographic websites in Texas, such as Porn Hub, to verify their age using a form of identification before gaining access to the website’s content.
City of Waco Uses Government Social Media Account to Endorse and Promote Witchcraft
The city of Waco, Texas took to Instagram in a series called #WeAreWaco, where they showcase local businesses under the title “Shop Waco.” In a recent post, they promoted a witch coven. Yes, you read that correctly.
No More Apathy! The Christians’ Call to Transform Civil Government!
As Christians we have a duty to steward civility and peace in society. This does not mean we force others to believe in God as we do, through civil law. But the church has specifically been tasked with the duty of stewarding God’s creation with excellence, and that includes civil government.
Federal Judge Rules Against Parental Rights Over Their Child’s Education
In one of the more egregious decisions by a federal judge, parents have been denied the right to opt their children out of books with LGBT content in Montgomery County Schools.
Austin ISD Pays for Students to Engage in Pride Parade
This past weekend, on August 12th, Austin ISD, held their annual “Pride Parade.” Men who think they are women, along with allied activists showed up wrapped in “pride” flags, as well as the transgender flag. One might ask, “How is this harmful to people?”
Friends & Family List: 2023 Tarrant County Municipal Election Cycle
VOTE BIBLICAL VALUES!
This is not an endorsement. Each candidate listed has built a relationship with the For Liberty & Justice team and has proven through their public life and achievements that they align with our 12 core values. In every case, we encourage you to take the time to pray and research - then VOTE!
How To Get Involved In Local Politics
I get asked the question all the time…”How do I get involved?” The days where the definition of being “involved in politics” was to simply show up to vote are over. People are overwhelmed and lost when it comes to how to get involved and help protect our Republic…Here are four easy ways to get involved with what’s going on in your local government.
Three Ways To Guard Your Child’s Heart
When parents begin to feel the walls closing in around them with the world being no longer as innocent as the times they grew up in, the pressure to shelter or overexpose children can be overwhelming. Do we shut out the world and go off the grid? Or do we sit down and have not just “the” talk, but what feels like 78 other talks we feel forced into before our children can even spell the word ‘transgender’? What do we do?
Surviving The American University
It was a normal Thursday afternoon in Waco as I trekked across Baylor University’s campus to attend my final class of the day: Minority and Ethnic Politics. As I entered the classroom, I noticed the topic of discussion that my class would be pursuing over the next couple of weeks written in green marker on the whiteboard. “White Supremacy and White Nationalism…”
Pride Month: Why It’s Okay We Sat This One Out.
There is an overwhelming pressure on Believers today to be tolerant and accepting of other people’s “truths” or beliefs in the name of “loving your neighbor.”