With the 2020 General Election upon us, I want to remind everyone that the State of Texas will have an extended early voting period that begins on October 13 and end on October 30. I want to encourage everyone to take advantage of this extended early voting period. By voting early this election cycle, you... Read More

As leaves change and temperatures drop, we celebrate the coming of a new season. Though this time of year may seem out of the ordinary without bustling community events and familiar fall festivals, the autumn season brings a beautiful change of scenery that invites us to spend more time outdoors. Whether raking leaves in the... Read More

As our nation observes the nineteenth anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks that stole thousands of American lives, I hope we reflect on the selfless courage of the first responders who rushed into harm’s way to save countless others. Though we mourn the fearless men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice that solemn... Read More

My heart goes out to the people in East and Southeast Texas, as well as our neighbors in Louisiana, who have been affected by Hurricane Laura. While a last-minute change in direction spared much of Texas from vast destruction, the aftermath of this horrifying natural disaster has devastated countless communities and left thousands without electricity,... Read More

The United States Constitution has been described as one of the most prolific living documents in the history of the world. Since its inception, the Constitution has both empowered and protected American citizens of every age, race, creed, and religion. Our most fundamental rights as Americans—freedom of speech, the right to keep and bear arms,... Read More

I want to start this column by encouraging you to join me in praying for our fellow Texans who were recently affected by Hurricane Hanna. The first of the season, Hurricane Hanna caused widespread flooding and power outages throughout South Texas, leaving thousands of South Texas residents and their communities to grapple with how to... Read More

With the primary elections finally behind us, I want to offer my congratulations to all of the candidates who were successful in securing their place on the ballot for the General Election in November 2020. Those who came up short deserve recognition, as well, for having the courage to seek public office and carry out... Read More

July 10, 2020 Governor Abbott, In March of this year, you wisely waived the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) requirements for the 2019-2020 school year. Your thoughtful decision to alleviate the burden of standardized tests at the forefront of the COVID-19 pandemic demonstrates not only your commitment to the health and well-being... Read More

Over 240 years ago, our forefathers put ink to parchment in order to draft what would become one of the most prolific living documents in the history of the world—the Declaration of Independence. Since that hot summer day in July of 1776, American patriots of every age, race, creed, and religion have joined together on... Read More

While many folks are spending more time at home, it’s easier than ever to become consumed with the events of the day. Whether we’re diligently refreshing our newsfeed on Facebook or finding ourselves glued to the television to get our fix of a seemingly never-ending news cycle, it can feel impossible at times to find... Read More