What this ruling means for us
Today is a great day of joy and hope for us, and for thousands of our fellow Texans. The decision is historic, and it’s a victory for love.
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5 takeaways from the new UT/TT Poll
With a new slate of statewide leaders in charge, key questions about the tenor of Texas politics loomed large as the legislative session unfolded. New polling provides some preliminary answers.
A new pathway for engineering students in Texas
Where will Texas find its next generation of engineers? As college costs and employer expectations rise, part of the solution lies in serving students in their communities.
Freedom of speech survives a close call in Texas
In the contentious fight over ethics at the state Capitol this year, Texans' First Amendment rights managed to emerge unscathed. For at least another two years, Texans’ right to speak their mind is secure.
How to accelerate the Texas economy
Lawmakers have found more funding for our roads and highways, but it’s not enough. A temporary gas tax increase pegged to the price at the pump would fill that hole — and help put laid-off Texans back to work.
Fix Texas' textbook adoption process once and for all
As long as Texas fails to address the underlying problems in the textbook adoption process, it will remain confusing and politicized — to the detriment of students and teachers.
84th session a mixed bag for schools, but there's hope
State lawmakers continued to underfund public schools this year, especially those serving low-income populations. But there were some wins for districts like ours.
Don't let Texas' excess water go to waste
In rare times of wet weather, Texas should be preparing for the next drought by storing as much of that water as possible.
With trafficking law signed, now the real work begins
A new bipartisan bill is now the law of the land, but partnerships on the federal, state and local level will be instrumental in eradicating these crimes.
In Central Texas, a treasure trove for nature lovers
Spring Lake in San Marcos offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity for people of all ages to reconnect with nature in Texas.
Mexico still on the cusp of an energy revolution
Oil prices have prompted a few mid-course corrections, but there’s still huge potential in the opening of the Mexican market — especially for Texas and the neighboring state of Tamaulipas.
Why we need a special session on gay marriage
We call on Gov. Greg Abbott to stand for traditional marriage by calling the Texas Legislature back into session to pass a bill defending the state against judicial supremacy.
The Texas drought is over, but what about the next?
Rains have brought dramatic relief to a parched state. But sooner or later, drought will return. And our fate will depend on what we’ve learned in times of pain.
An imperfect but triumphant session for conservatives
Not everything went our way, but the 84th Texas Legislature shows what conservatives can accomplish when they set clear goals and stay on top of them.
The 84th session: What might have been
Hard work and leadership prevented my worst nightmares about the 2015 session from coming true, but lawmakers still failed to deliver the policy solutions that Texans need.
The brutal death of ethics reform in Texas
This session was supposed to be big for ethics. Instead, lawmakers chose to protect themselves from public scrutiny and accountability. What happened?
How to fix disaster recovery in Texas
In the aftermath of every natural disaster in our state, we see everyday Texans rapidly come to the rescue of neighbors and help the newly homeless. We need our state government to do the same.
Why this session was a boon for Texas college students
Texas lawmakers made a firm commitment to higher education at a time when other states are struggling to keep their colleges and universities open, accessible and affordable.
A game-changer for Texans with disabilities
Thanks to the Legislature, we’re one step closer to a day when all Texans will be able to contribute to their own economic independence.
How to restore trust in our criminal justice system
Reform isn’t easy, but if we work across party lines and think big, we can make real progress. I know, because I’ve seen it happen in Texas.