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Steve Schwab

@sdschwab.bsky.social

Democrat Running to represent Texas House District 44. Husband and father of 3. Economist, College Professor, Retired Army. We are stronger together! www.SchwabForTexas.com

1,913 Followers  |  1,041 Following  |  169 Posts  |  Joined: 15.11.2024  |  1.9043

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As a retired officer of the US Army, I am shocked by the President's suggestion that we would use American cities as a "training grounds" for our military. I swore an oath to the Constitution, not to any person.

02.10.2025 22:32 β€” πŸ‘ 1406    πŸ” 345    πŸ’¬ 53    πŸ“Œ 8
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Grassroots Candidate Interview: Steve Schwab(State Legislature TX District 44) Spotify video

This week I was on the Blu-Lusional podcast talking about my vision for Texas, my personal story, and who, if I were running for president, I would choose as my VP, living or dead.

open.spotify.com/episode/4czS...

27.09.2025 01:12 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
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My comments on the murder of Charlie Kirk. #charliekirk #freespeech #schwabfortexas

12.09.2025 03:46 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

There is no place for political violence in America. RIP Charlie Kirk.

11.09.2025 01:03 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Competence Isn’t Elitism I’ve mentioned before and as my logo depicts, I’m building this campaign on three pillars: Character, Competence, and Compassion.

We need to stop acting like ignorance is a virtue and competence is a flaw. open.substack.com/pub/schwabfo...

24.07.2025 10:11 β€” πŸ‘ 274    πŸ” 55    πŸ’¬ 9    πŸ“Œ 2
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Competence Isn’t Elitism I’ve mentioned before and as my logo depicts, I’m building this campaign on three pillars: Character, Competence, and Compassion.

My latest Substack - expertise matters

open.substack.com/pub/schwabfo...

24.07.2025 08:31 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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First political ad - let me know what you think!

12.07.2025 23:08 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Introducing myself!

05.07.2025 21:58 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Happy Independence Day America! The MAGA extremists who control the @gop may want us to give up, but we will never do so. From Valley Forge to Ia Drang, to Anbar Province, brave Americans have always fought no matter the odds. God bless the USA and may God protect our troops.

04.07.2025 17:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Compassionate Conservatism Isn't Dead, but it Is on Life Support A friend once asked how I’d like to be remembered.

My latest post open.substack.com/pub/schwabfo...

01.07.2025 21:21 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Running for office against MAGA can be so much fun…

01.07.2025 03:56 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We are #hiring! | Steve Schwab We are #hiring! Know anyone who might be interested?

Come work with me! I am hiring a campaign fundraising manager. Please share or apply!

www.linkedin.com/posts/steve-...

28.06.2025 16:48 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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These are Dangerous Times Thoughts on the Strikes on Iran

I wrote some thoughts on the strikes on Iran. Bottom line - We cannot allow Iran to have a nuclear weapon, but there were other options and we are in a dangerous and uncertain times. open.substack.com/pub/schwabfo...

22.06.2025 15:48 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 3    πŸ“Œ 0
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Here is a preview of my remarks in Cibolo, Texas. In America, no one is above the constitution!

#NoKingsDay #NoKingsProtest #NoKingsInAmerica

14.06.2025 18:54 β€” πŸ‘ 22    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2

Mike Johnson is a disgrace.

10.06.2025 18:47 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

It’s hard to choose which threat to our economy is largest, but crippling of our science and innovation pipeline is up there.

10.06.2025 18:44 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Reclaiming the Political Center This weekend I was thinking about the value of true leadership.

My latest substack is posted. Please read and subscribe!

open.substack.com/pub/schwabfo...

27.05.2025 13:41 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Dealing with MAGA is exhausting. There is nothing β€œconservative” about their views, or even logically consistent. How they took hold of a major political party I struggle to understand.

26.05.2025 22:38 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you!

26.05.2025 20:55 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
3 MINUTES to Understanding How Markets REALLY Work
YouTube video by Machine Pun Kelly 3 MINUTES to Understanding How Markets REALLY Work

My brother, @schwabfortexas.com has another economy explainer video up. He did the economics stuff, I did the video.

This is an excellent job of explaining how the government interacts with the markets.

To contribute: www.schwabfortexas.com

youtube.com/shorts/lxPuX...

25.05.2025 23:36 β€” πŸ‘ 176    πŸ” 71    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 6

We need smart leaders like this, who actually understand how things work. Please support Steve Schwab… we need him in Texas.

26.05.2025 00:14 β€” πŸ‘ 27    πŸ” 9    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Texas Legislature on verge of completely banning THC products after key House vote The House on Wednesday approved the ban, after previously considering proposals to preserve the industry by tightening regulations.

For a State that values liberty, #texaslege sure is falling in love with telling people what to do, and threatening them with jail if they don't comply

www.texastribune.org/2025/05/21/t...

22.05.2025 12:03 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I just gave to Steve Schwab! Show your support with a contribution.

I am only $3K short of my goal for the month. Can you spare $10 to support me? If you would like me to, I will personally call you to talk about my campaign and/or publicly thank you for your donation.

We have a real opportunity to flip an extreme MAGA seat in Texas. Let's do this!

21.05.2025 21:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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I didn’t plan to run for office … Don’t get me wrong β€” I’ve always been politically engaged.

Many of these voters are independents who voted for Obama. We have to go talk to them. We need to listen to their concerns and tell them specifically how we are helping them. Also - read this post where I specifically talk about the Southern Strategy.
schwabfortexas.substack.com/p/i-didnt-pl...

21.05.2025 13:25 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I don't disagree that democrats have delivered while Trump spews lies, hate, and filth - but just yelling this out doesn't change votes. We won't win if we don't message effectively.

21.05.2025 13:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 4    πŸ“Œ 0

MAGA are dismantling social programs and the implications of this are bad for everyone including Joe. But we can't ignore Joe and others like him and expect to win elections. We have to listen to his concerns and, to the extent possible, address them. Not in lieu of civil rights but in addition. 2/2

21.05.2025 12:00 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you for this. I think we need to distinguish between absolute and relative fear. I'm certainly not arguing that what Joe is going through is worse than the black experience in America. But that doesn't mean he isn't relatively worse off than he was or that his fear is invalid 1/2

21.05.2025 12:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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MAGA Manipulation and Democratic Messaging Meet Joe.

My latest substack is out. This may anger both sides, but it needs to be said.

MAGA Manipulation and Democratic Messaging open.substack.com/pub/schwabfo...

21.05.2025 02:49 β€” πŸ‘ 26    πŸ” 8    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 4

They are actively trying to kill people. This is awful.

20.05.2025 19:00 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

I’ll be pushing to expand it here in Texas.

20.05.2025 18:59 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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