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From a constituent in Austin, TXStop Gaza bombing, secure ceasefire, protect Palestinian lives
The ongoing bombing of Gaza by Israeli forces has resulted in devastating humanitarian consequences and countless civilian casualties. This military assault is unacceptable and a gross violation of international law. We urge you to take immediate action to halt the deadly airstrikes, secure a ceasef
From a verified voter in Austin, TXRescind pardon enabling violence against peaceful protesters
The governor's decision to pardon Daniel Perry, the former Army sergeant convicted of murdering Garrett Foster during a 2020 Black Lives Matter protest, is deeply troubling. This action undermines the legal system and sends a dangerous message that lethal force against peaceful demonstrators may be
From a verified voter in Garland, TXGovernor Abbott, You gladly welcomed Mr. Trump to visit the border on 2/29 and had a great big photo op with him trying to show what a loyal sycophant you are to this pariah. He called the mob to Washington and directed them to the Capitol where they beat the Capitol Police Officers protecting th
From a verified voter in Austin, TXReform exploitative prison labor, ensure inmate worker rights
Prisoners are being subjected to dangerous working conditions with inadequate training, safety protocols, and access to medical care. This treatment violates basic human rights and labor protections that all workers should be entitled to, regardless of incarceration status. These systemic issues ste
From a verified voter in Bastrop, TXOn May 15th, 1948, the Nakba (The Catastrophe) commemorates the ethnic cleansing of approximately 750,000 Palestinian refugees were forced out of their homes and land in historic Palestine when Israel was created. This was a culmination of the political and religious movement, Zionism, which was fou
From a verified voter in Bastrop, TXIsrael lies again after they murdered a UN aid worker. The UN gave Israel the coordinates and movement of the clearly marked UN vehicle that was carrying UN staff in southern Gaza. Israel claims they had “not been made aware of the route of the vehicle”. And now, another event of Israel targeting a
From a verified voter in Mason, TXHOPE VS HELL
Greetings. I am a voting constituent in rural west Texas. What we’re reading… The Biden administration has awarded nearly $454 billion in funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, including more than 56,000 projects across more than 4,500 communities across the nation. Fixing more than 165
From a verified voter in Austin, TXReject anti-abortion assault on human rights in Louisiana
The anti-abortion legislation being pushed in Louisiana is an egregious violation of fundamental human rights and bodily autonomy. Forcing child rape victims to carry their pregnancies to term is unconscionable and will only compound the trauma and suffering they have already endured. Denying access
From a constituent in Carrollton, TXAmerica must help mothers and children
Raneem Hijazi is a mother from Gaza, who was holding her one year old son, Azzouz, against her eight month pregnant belly when the building they were sheltering in was hit by an Israeli air strike. Azzouz was killed in his mother’s arms and she asked her family to leave her to die, they did not and
From a verified voter in Austin, TXAge and term limits of judges and elected officials are absolutely necessary
The unrestrained accumulation of power and the erosion of democratic norms pose grave threats to the integrity of our republic. Unchecked executive authority enabled the previous administration's disturbing authoritarian overtures and subversions of the rule of law. To safeguard our liberties, we mu
From a constituent in San Antonio, TXProperty taxes locked value
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From a constituent in San Antonio, TXProperty taxes
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From a constituent in San Antonio, TXProperty taxes
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From a verified voter in Austin, TXProtect vital women's healthcare access in Texas
Texas must refrain from undermining crucial healthcare services that benefit all Texans. The state's relentless campaign to defund Planned Parenthood puts essential women's healthcare and STI testing and prevention at grave risk. Planned Parenthood clinics provide vital services like contraception,
From a verified voter in Bastrop, TXOver 300,000 people, who are being starved to death, are frantically fleeing Rafah with no where safe to go. Israel is carpet bombing the entirety of the Gaza strip. What do you expect them to do? How do you not see that all of Israel's actions demonstrate it's intention to commit genocide and ethni
From a constituent in Gilmer, TXI am one of your constituents in Austin, TX. I am writing today to implore you to take immediate action to safely return the over 1,000 US troops stranded in Niger. I have grave concerns over the profound lack of supplies including food, water, and medication. Timely troop rotation is not occurrin
From a constituent in Tyler, TXInvestigate alleged Gaza atrocities, preserve evidence urgently
Over 500 bodies have been uncovered from mass graves at hospitals across Gaza, with at least 392 recovered at the Nasser Medical Complex alone. Palestinian officials report signs of torture, mutilation and unlawful killings on many corpses. Members of the Palestinian Civil Defence claim finding deca
From a constituent in Austin, TXUrgent call for ceasefire, peace through justice and human rights
The images from Rafah are profoundly disturbing, depicting immense civilian suffering. I cannot stand by as atrocities unfold with U.S. complicity. Halting military aid that enables these actions is imperative. I urge an immediate ceasefire and impartial investigation into potential violations of in
From a verified voter in Austin, TXFully fund IRS to ensure tax fairness
The IRS plays a critical role in ensuring a fair and effective tax system that allows for appropriate funding of vital social programs. The audit findings regarding the former president's tax practices highlight the importance of robust enforcement capabilities to prevent exploitation of loopholes a
From a constituent in San Antonio, TXStop the killing in Gaza, please
Please push harder for a ceasefire in Gaza. I cannot watch the continuous murder of innocent civilians in the name of “self-defense”. Killing children is not self defense. Please put a stop to this madness, I beg you.
From a constituent in Humble, TXHalt military aid enabling civilian harm in Rafah
The United States should not provide weapons or military support to Israel for any offensive operations that could endanger civilian lives. The alarming potential for civilian casualties in a major Israeli invasion of the densely populated city of Rafah is unacceptable. Withholding military aid that
From a verified voter in Austin, TXUphold Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students and staff
Uphold Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students and staff The governor does not have this authority. The LGBTQ+ community has the same rights as cis gender white Christian males like the corrupt Texas governor. Title IX seeks to uphold fundamental civil rights and prevent discrimination on the basis
From a verified voter in Mason, TXUNWORTHY BEHAVIOUR
Greetings. I am a voting constituent in rural west Texas. A short note on the persistent headlines we keep reading. If a candidate for ANY political office is unable to commit to the results of an election, they should be barred from seeking office. This is the worst form of political pandering,
From a verified voter in Mason, TXIT’S NOT HIS TO SELL
Greetings. I am a voting constituent in rural west Texas. Nothing like waking up to read that DJT is busily, blatantly selling the office of the president if he actually wins come November. Lobbying a gathering of oil and gas executives to chip in to get him re-elected and he will give them whateve
From a verified voter in Austin, TXConditioning military aid enables Israeli forces' abuses in Palestine.
Blinken's decision to continue military aid to Israeli units involved in credible reports of serious human rights violations against Palestinians enables further atrocities with impunity. The meager punishments, such as community service for killing an unarmed Palestinian, undermine the Leahy Laws'
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