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Together we are strong

Rep. Jason Villalba, R-Dallas, argues that outside forces trying to divide the Texas House have only served to bring real leaders together

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As the dust settles from the tumult of another Legislative Session and as the punditry class begins to opine on the winners and losers of our grand, biennial, Texas conversation, it seems clear to me that when we work together, find consensus and abandon our rigidly-held ideological proclivities, we are able to strengthen, fortify and enhance the Great State of Texas for the betterment of all Texans. Read more about Together we are strong

West Texas Drive invites Sullivan and Adams to on-air Immigration Debate

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West Texas Drive (KRFE AM 580 – Lubbock) has offered its weekday afternoon radio venue to host an immigration debate between Michael Quinn Sullivan of Empower Texans/Texans for Fiscal Responsibility and Norman Adams of Texans for Sensible Immigration Policy. Read more about West Texas Drive invites Sullivan and Adams to on-air Immigration Debate

Texas Police Officer Shot in Back Following Traffic Stop

A Houston police officer was shot in the back following a “routine traffic stop” near the Midtown area. The officer did not sustain a life-threatening injury, and is expected to make a complete recovery. Read more about Texas Police Officer Shot in Back Following Traffic Stop

The Truth About One of Those Pre-Fed Depressions

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Patrick Newman, a PhD student in the Department of Economics at George Mason University, discusses the depression of the 1870s, which is often cited as evidence of the economic instability of laissez-faire capitalism. Read more about The Truth About One of Those Pre-Fed Depressions

Which Republican Isn't more Qualified Than Hillary?

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In this election cycle, the Republicans suffer from a problem of riches where voters will find that there may be at least seven or eight candidates superior to those running for Democratic nomination, including front runner Hillary Clinton. Read more about Which Republican Isn't more Qualified Than Hillary?

Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) vs. Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)

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I have received a lot of questions and phone calls about Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) and the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) and I wanted to explain the differences between the two and ask for your opinion.

TPP is a trade deal being negotiated in secret by the Obama administration. It’s so secret that if I wanted to read it, I have to go into a secure facility, leaving all electronic devices outside, and I can’t even take notes. Read more about Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) vs. Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)

Another Major Data Breach

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Last Thursday evening, we learned of another major cyberattack and data breach against the United States. The U.S. believes Chinese hackers stole sensitive identity and personal information from as many as four million current and former federal employees. This breach leaves those exposed vulnerable to identity theft and fraud, and raises many more questions. Read more about Another Major Data Breach

TSA Needs a New Strategy

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Republican skepticism of big government bureaucracies has been proven right once again with last week’s revelation that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is performing more like the DMV and the Postal Service than, say, Israeli airport security. Read more about TSA Needs a New Strategy

Texas Woman with Licensed Concealed Handgun Shoots Would-Be Robber

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A would-be robber was flown by air ambulance to the hospital Friday night after being shot by his intended victim. The Houston woman, a holder of a Concealed Handgun License, pulled her gun after being threatened and shot her attacker in the left shoulder. Read more about Texas Woman with Licensed Concealed Handgun Shoots Would-Be Robber

Constitution 1, Obama's Spy Agencies 0

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Our civil liberties are constantly under attack. Recently the Associated Press reported that the FBI is flying surveillance aircraft over U.S. cities to capture data on Americans’ cell phones. Read more about Constitution 1, Obama's Spy Agencies 0

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