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Politics

Diversity in the 114th Congress

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In this first full week of the new year, many of our national leaders are also getting to work in the halls of Congress.  Among them will be a bunch of new Freshmen members coming to Capitol Hill on the heels of winning their first election last November.  This is no surprise, and happens with … Continue Reading ››
Houston, Houston Politics, Politics, Texas Politics

PETITION: Raise Houston’s Minimum Wage

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If you are a regular Texas Leftist reader, then you have probably come across some posts regarding the Minimum Wage.  This blog was even mentioned on the Forbes.com website over the issue. It's important to blog about why an increase in the minimum wage is needed.  But along with the blogging, I am exploring … Continue Reading ››
Equality, Politics

The Unjust System

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There are some days when The Huffington Post really nails their front page.  Today would be one of them... HuffPo For Real Across the United States, many communities have already erupted in protest following the recent decision not to indict Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson after the … Continue Reading ››
Houston Politics, Politics

SCOTUS Takes Up Landmark Pregnancy Discrimination Case

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In recent times, there has been a large amount of focus on discrimination waged against certain classes, particularly the LGBT community and certain racial groups.  But while it may not be as widely discussed, many Americans also face discrimination during a very important part of their lives... pregnancy.  What is should be a joyous time … Continue Reading ››
Equality, Politics

Language Unheard, Powers Unknown

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Before any comments on the aftermath of hearing the news that Officer Darren Wilson, killer of young Ferguson resident Michael Brown, will not be indicted on any charges, I want to offer my thoughts and prayers to all in Ferguson, Missouri. There's no way around it... this decision has left many people all over the country … Continue Reading ››
Politics, Texas Politics

Finally: President Obama Issues Substantive Immigration Action

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If you are a Texan, chances are good that you have met someone who is, knows or is directly related to an undocumented immigrant living in the United States.  16.6 million families in the United States are of  "mixed status" -- households where American Citizens and undocumented persons live under the same roof.  As such, … Continue Reading ››
Politics

Actress Diane Guerrero Tells Her Story: “My Parents Were Deported”

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To most Americans, Immigration reform is just a debate topic.  We hear about it all the time, from the comforts of our home television set, computer or tablet.  On a days we're feeling bold, we may trade barbs back and forth between friends.  It's just another issue to enliven the conversation... talk a little bit … Continue Reading ››