Hi --

Every day, Texans are sharing their stories with us about how the coronavirus has changed their lives. We read each and every one of them because the only way we are going to get through this crisis is by continuing to build community.

I wanted to share a few of them with you that deeply touched my heart. I hope that their courage to share their own stories will inspire you to share your story with us:

"I've been practicing social distancing. I fully expect to get COVID-19 at some point. My main concern is to do my part to flatten the curve so healthcare providers won't be overwhelmed." - Angie

"My wife and I were both in retail. We are now both laid off with no promise to return to our former jobs. We applied immediately to receive unemployment benefits, but the Texas Workforce Commission says we are not entitled because they have no record of our earnings. We have pay stubs and assurances from our employers that we are entitled. TWC only provides a phone number to get corrections, but they are not accepting calls." - Stephen

"I'm 70 years old and I have a health condition that makes me high risk. I watched this problem develop and prepared myself. I have been deeply touched by the kindness of friends who check on me and will bring me groceries when I need them." - Carol

"I work in a call center environment. I am 65 years old with underlying health conditions and my daughter advised me to work from home, unfortunately we don't have that option at my job. I am using my vacation time right after that runs out more than likely I will be out of a job. I stayed home being safe enjoying my loved ones. I know God is in control and I pray." - Gloria

"My concern that I might become exposed to the virus by a customer and then bring it home to my spouse or my mother. I asked my employer to give me an indefinite leave, last week ... We do not receive paid sick leave. So basically my safety net will be used up within a week." - Ken

"We feel blessed to have a home where we are safe and comfortable. There are so many whose lives have been turned upside down. Hopefully, we will continue to be encouraged to stay home and not be required to go back to work and possibly get sick and expose others." - Doris

Listening to and telling these stories is essential. I appreciate you taking a moment to read these stories. Now more than ever, we must be willing to fight for people we don't know. So many people are out of work, worried about how they will pay bills, and on the front lines of this crisis.

We're all in this together. That means lifting up everyone's story.

So, I hope you'll take some time out of your day today to share your story with us:

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Thank you so much for everything you do. It means so much to us during these times.

See you online,

Brittany Switzer
Senior Brand Director, Texas Democratic Party

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