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The Railroad Commission's Role in Protecting Property Owners

“Conservatives are persuaded that private property and freedom are closely linked.” Kirk’s seventh principle of conservatism will not find many objections among conservatives. Private property ownership—and with it restrictions against unfair property taxes, abusive uses of eminent domain, policies of redistribution, and attacks on inheritances—is a bulwark of free government. When the government limits the right to private property, it limits the individual’s and the community’s right of self-determination.

To derive a justification and defense of property, I rely on a Lockean, and thus Madisonian, definition of private property. This definition may alienate some libertarian readers as it provides a sound defense of intellectual property rights by building through a property of conscience. Read more about The Railroad Commission's Role in Protecting Property Owners

Another Anti-Gun Push to Ban Concealed Carry on College Campuses

Question: Is there anyone out there who truly believes a gun ban on college campuses in this nation would stop a mentally unstable student who wants to kill people from walking on to the campus with a gun and carrying out his mission? Read more about Another Anti-Gun Push to Ban Concealed Carry on College Campuses

Pray to End Abortion

March for Life Washington, DC 2013

“Defend the unborn against abortion even if they persecute you, calumniate you, set traps for you, take you to court or kill you. No child should be deprived of the right to be born, the right to be fed, the right to go to school. ” Cardinal Jorge Bergoglio Buenos Aires, Argentina, September 5, 2005 (Pope Francis)
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Update on the Latest in the Senate from Senator Ted Cruz

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In this new year, we remain committed to listening to the people and implementing real solutions that will create more jobs, growth, and opportunity.

On January 1, Obamacare took full effect, and it is hurting millions of Americans across our great nation. Young people, the self-employed, part-time workers, and many others are feeling the burden of this misguided law first hand. True relief will come only through repealing every last word of Obamacare.

Please continue reading below for an update on the latest in the Senate.

Fighting Human Trafficking in Texas

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January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, a sobering reminder that even as we enter the year 2014, people around the world continue to be victims of slavery and human trafficking.

Tragically, these horrendous crimes are occurring at an alarming rate in our own state. 25% of human trafficking victims are located in Texas. Read more about Fighting Human Trafficking in Texas

Harris County Judge Ed Emmett Endorses Paul Simpson for Party Chair

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In what may become the most important election for the future of Harris County Republican Party politics, County Judge Ed Emmett has fired a shot across the bow of current Party Chair Jared Woodfill's ship of state with his endorsement of challenger Paul Simpson.

In a phone conversation with Judge Emmett yesterday, he explained to me that he believes there is a different way to grow and sustain a viable Republican Party in Harris County than that being offered by the current administration led by County Chair Jared Woodfill. Read more about Harris County Judge Ed Emmett Endorses Paul Simpson for Party Chair

Meet Cherie Perez Campaigning For Comal County District Clerk

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Comal County, a Texas Republican stronghold, has an opportunity to elect its first Hispanic Republican countywide candidate this primary for District Clerk, Cherie Perez. Cherie has the support of the current District Clerk Kathy Faulkner. In fact, Kathy sent me an endorsement to share with my readers. Read more about Meet Cherie Perez Campaigning For Comal County District Clerk

Crisis Management, Chris Christie Style

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This week, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie was presented with an unexpected opportunity to show people how he responds to a crisis. News that some of his top aides were involved with creating traffic problems in Ft. Lee in retaliation for its mayor not endorsing the governor’s re-election bid contained all the ingredients for a serious scandal for a national figure. Read more about Crisis Management, Chris Christie Style

Dick Armey Endorses Jerry Patterson for Lieutenant Governor

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The following was sent in from Dick Armey:

I'm writing you today to ask for you to join me in endorsing and supporting Jerry Patterson for Lieutenant Governor of Texas.

I believe Jerry Patterson is the clear choice because he will be a bold leader for Texas. Jerry is a champion for conservative goals and a proven statesman who will keep Texas strong against the threats from Washington, D.C. and the Obama Administration.

Ever since I retired from Congress in 2003, I have worked hard to support true conservatives who will fight back against the exploding growth of federal and state bureaucracy. Read more about Dick Armey Endorses Jerry Patterson for Lieutenant Governor

Educators and Business Leaders Come Together to Support School Reforms

In what will hopefully be the first in a series of events like it across Texas, business leaders and educators from the Houston area gathered to talk about the best ways they can work together to put kids on track for the skilled trades if that’s what those students want to do. The Building Careers: Construction Workforce Luncheon was well attended on November 5. Read more about Educators and Business Leaders Come Together to Support School Reforms

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