No images? Click here May 29, 2022 Abbott Declares Texas Still in ‘State of Disaster’ Due to COVIDby Texas Scorecard Staff In an exclusive interview with Texas Scorecard publisher Michael Quinn Sullivan, Republican Party of Texas Chairman Matt Rinaldi discussed his time thus far leading the Texas GOP, the party’s recent foray into local elections, and the future of the party in the upcoming elections. Rinaldi—a former state representative—was chosen to lead the Texas GOP following Allen West’s departure from the role last July ahead of his unsuccessful gubernatorial bid. Statewide‘Out of Line’: Beto O’Rourke Hijacks Briefing on Uvalde School ShootingO’Rourke’s public outburst was met with disgust by those at the press conference. Texas Association of School Boards to Leave National OrganizationThe National School Board Association sent a letter to the Justice Department labeling parents as “domestic terrorists.” Texas at ‘Elevated Risk’ for Energy EmergenciesDespite the threat, some lawmakers continue to advocate for taxpayer subsidies for unreliable energy sources. Runoff Results Raise Questions on Strength of Abbott’s EndorsementTuesday’s results from open-seat races show that the governor’s support is far from a silver bullet. LocalDisgraced Elections Admin Taken to Court Over Runoff Ballot SecurityDemocrat Isabel Longoria violated ballot chain-of-custody laws in Tuesday’s primary runoff. Texas Sheriff Urges Local Districts to Deploy School Marshals“It is time,” says Bosque County Sheriff Trace Hendricks. Texas’ 3 Largest Cities Saddle Taxpayers With Thousands in DebtTax burdens in San Antonio, Dallas, and Houston total as high as $27,500 per taxpayer. Amarillo Voters Pick Nominees for NovemberVoters in Potter and Randall counties selected their nominees for November on Tuesday night. Quoting..."Once the principle is admitted that it is duty of government to protect the individual against his own foolishness, no serious objections can be advanced against further encroachments." - Ludwig von Misis The Texas Scorecard Journalism Fellowship is a comprehensive program designed for conservative Texans under the age of 25 with an interest in public policy, effective civic engagement, political accountability, and Texas history. |