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September 11, 2022
Twenty-one years ago this morning, the United States suffered a horrific attack by Islamic terrorists; nearly 3,000 people were killed, and thousands more injured.
The forces of darkness and despair will always seek to extinguish the light of liberty. We must never forget, and we must remain ready to fight.
89 Percent of Border Patrol Resources Pulled From Frontlines
by Sydnie Henry
At a border security education event on Wednesday, former U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commissioner Mark Morgan painted a picture of national ignorance to the ongoing border crisis, blaming poor messaging and general obliviousness in the average citizen.
“I’ve been doing this for 35 years. I’ve served for six administrations both Republican and Democrat. So, this is not a right or left thing for me. This is an American thing for me. I’d like to talk about facts,” said Morgan, speaking at Uncensored: The Border Education Summit in the Texas Capitol.
And to begin with, “there is a complete fundamental misunderstanding about the southwest border.”
Statewide
Texas Agency’s Employees Quit in Protest of Child Gender Mutilation Investigations
According to a recent court filing, the Department of Family and Protective Services is on the “brink of collapse.”
‘Border Security Is National Security’
Experts and activists gathered in Austin on Wednesday to cover topics from trafficking and cartels to the ongoing invasion.
Texas Lawmakers Call for Action on School Choice Legislation
“The most pro-public school position you can have is to be pro-school choice.”
Texas Public Policy Foundation Calls on Abbott to Declare Invasion
“The time for Texas to act is long overdue.”
Local
Grassroots Protest Results in Bar Canceling ‘All Ages’ Drag Show
“We must put the pedal to the metal and continue the fight.”
Austin Firefighter Fired for His Christian Faith
The former lead chaplain for the Austin Fire Department was fired because of his faith.
McAllen Plans Property Tax Hike
City leaders have characterized the tax hike as a tax cut, but the average tax bill will increase by $77.
Prosper ISD Trustee Speaks About School Board’s Response to Sex Abuse Cover-up
“It is never wrong to do the right thing,” said newly elected trustee Garrett Linker.
Houston Astros Fundraise for Child Gender Mutilation
The Astros’ sponsorship of this barbarism stands in contrast with their two closest on-field rivals.
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Quoting...
"A great people has been moved to defend a great nation. Terrorist attacks can shake the foundations of our biggest buildings, but they cannot touch the foundation of America. These acts shattered steel, but they cannot dent the steel of American resolve."
- President George W. Bush
September 11, 2001
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