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Texas State Representative, youngest legislator, former middle school teacher, proud progressive, and eighth generation Texan. 1 John 4:8

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    7 Jan 2019

    “This next session shouldn’t be about the Democratic Party or the Republican Party. It should be about chasing a vision of what this state can be.” Full speech here: .

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    16 hours ago

    This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and dismantle white supremacist indoctrination. Antiracism is God’s calling—and our work.

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    May 14

    I have a plan to fix the grid.

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  4. Retweeted
    May 10

    Keep our public tax dollars in our public schools.

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  5. May 9

    Imagine what our kids could achieve if they had a Governor who loved and supported them like .

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  6. May 9

    Abbott doesn’t understand Texas. His politics are too small for our big state. He uses his power to bully trans kids, demonize immigrants, silence educators, and persecute women. Imagine what we could do if we had a Governor who brought us together instead of tearing us apart.

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  7. May 9

    Texas is “The Friendly State.” Friendship is our official motto. Our name comes from the Caddo word for “friend.” We used to be known for our hospitality, our generosity, and our big hearts! We need a Governor who leads with friendship again.

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  8. May 9

    Meet the Briggles! Greg Abbott is investigating them because they have a trans child. Beto O’Rourke stopped by their house on Mother’s Day, brought flowers, cooked dinner, and did the dishes. This is what a real Texan looks like.

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    May 7

    We did it! Hugely important victory for Texas tonight with Austin voters voting to decriminalize cannabis and ban no-knock warrants! I'm overwhelmed with gratitude, and even in times as dark as these, I'm inspired by what we know is possible when we organize together.

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    May 3

    Wow! Thank you for this generous gift, . It will go directly into our work to across the state who are committed to fighting for our abortion rights. Long roads are made easier with strong allies. 💪

    Without Roe, abortion rights will be decided by the states. Today I’m donating $10,000 to and another $10,000 to to elect more pro-choice women to the Texas Legislature. The antidote to despair is action. Let’s get to work.
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  11. Retweeted
    May 2

    Not that striking when you realize it is and has always been about controlling women, and has never been about saving or helping children. Our ability to decide if and when we have children is paramount to our freedom—and some don’t want that.

    It has always been striking that the states most committed to ending abortion tend to invest the least in caring for expectant mothers and children after they are born.
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  12. May 3

    In times like this, I return to this quote from James Baldwin. I hope it gives you some hope today too. “But wherever human beings are, we at least have a chance because we're not only disasters; we're also miracles.”

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  13. May 3

    Lastly, take time to grieve. When I was little, my mom volunteered for the Texas Abortion Rights Action League. She taught me that women will never be free until they belong to themselves. I’m grieving for her and generations of feminists watching their progress unravel.

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  14. May 3

    56% of Texans are pro-choice. 59% of Americans are pro-choice. Let’s show the Supreme Court that they’ve awakened a sleeping giant.

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  15. May 3

    Texas is the key. Roe v Wade was won by a Texas lawyer. 50 years later Texas Republicans shocked the nation by virtually banning abortion. Flipping Texas is key to winning the presidency, changing the court, overcoming the filibuster, and protecting the rights of all Americans.

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  16. May 3

    We should also support the critical work of groups like , , and local abortion funds. But we must learn from the anti-abortion movement’s success over the past 50 years and pull the levers of political power.

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  17. May 3

    Compared to more senior politicians, I don’t have a lot of money in my campaign bank account. But we all have to put our money where our mouth is. I hope you’ll join me in donating what you can to Texas. Beto: Annie’s List:

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  18. May 3

    Without Roe, abortion rights will be decided by the states. Today I’m donating $10,000 to and another $10,000 to to elect more pro-choice women to the Texas Legislature. The antidote to despair is action. Let’s get to work.

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    Apr 26

    Texas is the ninth largest economy in the world. Don't tell me that we can't afford to fully fund our schools.

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    Apr 25

    The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals has just issued a Stay of Execution for Melissa Lucio and ordered the 138th Judicial District Court of Cameron Country to consider new evidence of her innocence in the death of her daughter, Mariah.

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    Apr 12

    . alum leading when it matters most.

    Last year, I passed a bill to give incarcerated minors the chance to earn a high school diploma. Lonnie just became the first student to graduate under our legislation. Joined by his proud aunt and (even prouder) mom! Policy can change lives.
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