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February 11, 2024
NEWS DIGEST
by Brandon Waltens
Good morning,
For many, our colleges and universities have long been seen more as indoctrination centers for the radical left than institutions of higher education. But there is tantalizing evidence that those institutions will take notice when right-thinking alumni and donors speak out and demand action.
In the past couple of weeks, for example, the University of Texas at Austin has canceled its race-based graduation ceremonies and dissolved a scholarship program benefiting illegal aliens. Meanwhile, Texas A&M's board of regents voted to close its campus in Qatar following an outcry related to national security issues.
The institutions of government—including universities—cannot be left on autopilot. Our republic demands an informed and engaged citizenry, which is why Texas Scorecard exists.
– Brandon Waltens
Featured
by Luca Cacciatore and Michael Quinn Sullivan
The Texas Republican Party’s State Executive Committee approved in a historic 55-4 vote on Saturday a resolution censuring House Speaker Dade Phelan of Beaumont. The resolution discourages Phelan from participating in this year’s Republican Party primary, strips GOP financial support from his campaign, and potentially opens the door to the party campaigning against him.
The party’s state chairman, Matt Rinaldi, told Texas Scorecard that the GOP is “committed to supporting Republican officeholders,” but it also must define what it means to be a Republican officeholder.
“When you empower Democrats, by definition, you disempower Republicans, and that been the record of Dade Phelan,” said Rinaldi.
State
‘How Long Until The State Gives Up?’
A half-mile west of Shelby Park in Eagle Pass is a small neighborhood, mostly renters, some with children and some, like retiree Rosalinda, living alone. She worries about what will happen if Texas gives up Shelby Park, a former hotspot for illegal crossings currently under state control.
Dan Patrick Blasts Dade Phelan
In a video sent to voters in southeast Texas, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick blasted House Speaker Dade Phelan over the weekend on behalf of President Donald Trump. "Dade Phelan and can’t fool Donald Trump and Dade Phelan and will not be able to fool you"
Texas Schools Fail to Report Educator Misconduct
A new study shows both school districts and the state agency overseeing education are failing to protect students from misbehaving teachers and staff.
Local
Llano High School Says Sexually Explicit Book Review Will Take 22 Years
A local citizen challenging nearly 200 books for inappropriate sexual content has been told it will take a month to review each book.
ISD Focuses on New Budget Cuts to Deal with $28M Shortfall
District officials have already been warned that the activities violate state law.
University of Houston to Display Pro-Abortion Idol
The 8-foot tall statute is currently scheduled for display from February 28 to October 31.
East Texas State Rep. Cole Hefner Faces 2 GOP Primary Challengers
A three-way Republican race is splitting the anti-incumbent “anyone but Hefner” vote.
Federal
Nearly 20,000 Chinese Nationals Encountered at the Southern Border
CBP sources confirm that the number of total encounters at the southern border since October 1 has surpassed one million.
Condemnation for Disastrous ‘Biden-Senate Immigration’ Measure
A measure proposed in the U.S. Senate is facing extreme pushback from Texas' Republican officials.
Quoting...
"Facts are stubborn things; and whatever may be our wishes, our inclinations, or the dictates of our passion, they cannot alter the state of facts and evidence."
- John Adams
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