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Right now, I’m on a plane to Chicago.
We’re breaking quorum because we refuse to allow Donald Trump and Governor Abbott to rig congressional maps to cling to power.
If they’re going to try to cheat — we’re going to make it hurt.
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01.08.2025 17:01 — 👍 0 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0
Texas Republicans are trying to redraw the political map — again.
But this time, they’re doing it mid-decade, with no new census numbers, just raw political desperation.
My editorial with @expressnews.com outlines why this is a threat and what Democrats must do to fight back.
Texans are tired of hearing the same excuses from leadership when disasters turn deadly.
The power grid collapses, wildfires rage, flooding devastates communities — and no one takes responsibility.
Extreme weather is our reality, and it’s time we demand real, proactive solutions.
#TxDems are fighting like hell to protect our rights from Trump’s greedy hands.
#boost this content so they know we’re standing with them!! #DemCast #DemCastTX
The 89th legislative session was filled with Republican extremism, culture wars, and disproven conspiracy theories — but Texas Democrats never backed down.
We fought to protect Texans' rights, defend our democracy, and pass legislation to help everyday Texans.
Here’s the recap:
Special sessions are 30 days long and designed to address emergency items like this weekend’s devastating floods.
It’s not the time for culture wars or pandering to extremists.
We should focus on our emergency response systems to keep Texans safe and save the rest for 2027.
A veteran machinist and union leader who believes being a Democrat means waking the hell up and delivering real results.
30.06.2025 01:06 — 👍 35 🔁 11 💬 0 📌 1Trump said he'd "never cut Medicaid.”
But today, his priority bill slashed Medicaid by $1.1 TRILLION – leaving 11.8 million Americans without healthcare.
Republicans don’t give a shit about you.
Today, Medicaid-redesign proposals threaten Planned Parenthood access nationwide.
Let Texas be a warning: If Congress follows this playbook, healthcare access is at risk for millions.
Text CARE to 22422 and tell your Senator to stop the attacks on Planned Parenthood!
The Republican budget moving through Congress would defund Planned Parenthood nationwide.
We saw this play out in Texas in 2021: thousands lost preventive care and reproductive services.
Defunding Planned Parenthood doesn't save money — it costs lives.
BREAKING: Despite overwhelming evidence, Texas is again seeking Robert Roberson's execution.
The witnesses recanted their stories.
The science was disproven.
The lead detective is “ashamed.”
Robert is innocent and we must do everything to stop this miscarriage of justice.
“In this country, there are no kings.” #NoKings
15.06.2025 22:29 — 👍 11 🔁 4 💬 0 📌 0
BREAKING: A federal judge says Trump illegally deployed the National Guard to help with LA protests and must return control to California.
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SHAMEFUL: Texas just agreed to end in-state tuition for nearly 20,000 undocumented students.
That’s 20k young people who contribute to our economy, our research, and our innovation.
KenPaxton just bent the knee to fascism… again. The eyes of history are upon us. #texas
This fight hits home in House District 136.
The Red Line expansion through Williamson County is one of the first Project Connect upgrades.
No district in Texas is impacted more than ours.
HB 3879 was a backdoor attempt to silence Austin voters and derail Project Connect.
It died yesterday.
I’ll always fight for Austin and the transit future we voted for.
I want to congratulate Austin City Council for advancing a bold vision for our future.
I’ve already reached out to TxDOT to discuss their prospective funding — like they did with Klyde Warren Park in Dallas.
Austin deserves vibrant public spaces and a city that connects us.
As we near the last week of session, hundreds of bills are depending on action in the Senate.
That puts one lawmaker at the center of it all: Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick.
As President of the Senate, the rest of the session is in his hands.
HISTORIC hearing on online voter registration in #Texas!
Rep. Bucy is one of Texas’ best voices on elections and voting rights.
Watch and share ⬇️⬇️ #votingrights #DemCast #DemCastTx #elections #txdemocrats
Thank you, Rep. Bucy!
15.05.2025 16:15 — 👍 2 🔁 0 💬 0 📌 0I just killed HB 1091 – a bill that would've thrown out legally cast ballots from seniors and disabled Texans who vote by mail.
Republicans unanimously passed these rules in 2017 – now they want to change them.
They can try to deceive Texans all they want, I won't let them. #txlege #votingrights
In a 143-1 vote, House members gave preliminary approval to a proposal that would eliminate the end-of-year test that’s loathed by many students and teachers and replace it with a series of shorter exams administered throughout the school year.
Austin’s firefighters are facing a $327 million crisis for their pensions and retirement security.
That’s why I passed HB 2802, ensuring that our firefighters in Austin are taken care of for generations to come.
Firefighters have our backs every day — it’s time we have theirs.
BREAKING: Gov. Abbott just signed his voucher scam into law.
He said vouchers won’t hurt public schools funding –– but the $7B school funding bill we passed that same day has stalled in the Senate.
He lied. And Texas kids will pay the price.
Republicans are trying to toss out ballots from voters who followed the rules and submitted on time.
A voter can't control postal delays after they mail their ballot. That shouldn’t cost anyone their vote.
Every valid ballot should be counted — it’s just common sense.
Hey BlueSky! Long time no see. We’re in middle of some contentious local races here in Wilco, TX. I did some block walking yesterday. Please don’t forget your local races. School Boards & City Councils are our frontline defense at the moment. Volunteer & vote! 🗳️ #EveryElectionMatters
30.04.2025 18:36 — 👍 10 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0
Texas lawmakers just spent 10+ hours debating displaying the 10 Commandments in schools.
We polled voters — it ranked last on their priority list.
Our polling at Texas Public Opinion Research tells the story: Texans want action on healthcare, data security, and expanding career paths.
The Texas Miracle doesn’t happen by accident.
Smart policy. Free markets. Economic mobility.
While GOP extremism tanks the national economy, I’m focused on keeping Texas open for business – and making sure that opportunity reaches everyone.
In 2017, Texas banned high-speed rail. Today, I announced legislation to repeal that outdated ban and invest in the rail line Texans deserve.
HB 483 would connect Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio along the I-35 corridor.
This is about expanding our economy and connecting Texans.
