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The idea that Texas is stealing from our own children is not hyperbole, it is the reality of the state's new school voucher program. By funneling billions of taxpayer dollars away from public schools and into private, unaccountable institutions, Texas leaders are making the ultimate sacrifice: our children's education and their future. A Billion-Dollar Heist from Public Classrooms The Texas Legislature has set aside $1 billion for the inaugural year of the private school vouc

We have the same ten people doing the work of a hundred. If we don’t talk about the fatigue, and the gossip, we are going to lose the very volunteers we need to win Texas. If you have been a Democratic activist in Texas for the last few cycles, you know the feeling. It lives in your chest sometime around September of an election year. It is the exhaustion of seeing the same three names on every SignUpGenius link. It is the dread of another text bank, another block walk, anoth

Let’s be honest with each other. If you started reading this article and felt a small knot in your stomach because yet another organization is asking for money or items, please know we see you. We are you. Right now, the financial climate is brutal. From the cost of groceries to rent and gas, everyday families are performing a constant, exhausting calculation just to stay afloat. The idea of "extra" money or "spare" resources feels like a myth for most of us. So we want to

As we mark Women’s History Month, we are often told to look back. We are asked to admire the grainy photographs of suffragists marching, to tip our hats to the "first women" who broke barriers, and to celebrate how "far we’ve come." But here is the reality of 2026: We are still living with the boot of the patriarchy on our necks. And if we are going to make history, rather than just read about it, we need to stop whispering and start screaming. We don’t have to look to the hi

As Democrats in McKinney and surrounding areas, we wear many hats. We are activists, volunteers, neighbors, and voters. But above all, we are people who believe that government can be a force for good, provided it is led by people of character. In a political landscape that often feels dominated by noise and extremism, the concept of integrity is our North Star. But what does it mean to have integrity in politics? It means aligning our actions with our values, even when it’s

The upcoming midterm elections arrive at a moment when fundamental civil rights protections that were long fought for and long relied upon, are being narrowed or dismantled through recent executive actions and court rulings. For Black communities across the country, these shifts are not abstract policy debates. They affect access to education, economic opportunity, workplace fairness, and the ability to participate fully and freely in civic life. That is why mobilizing voters

Your Vote in the 2026 Primary Is Essential The 2026 primary election is almost here, and your voice is critical to shaping our future. To participate, you must be registered to vote by February 2, 2026. Don't assume your registration is current, it takes just a moment to confirm your status here: https://txdp.cc/vrsearch Make voting easy on your schedule! Early voting runs from February 17th through February 27th, 2026. Vote early if you can! Remember, during the recent speci

What Is a Political Candidate Forum? A political candidate forum is a public event where candidates running for the same office gather to present their views, answer questions, and explain their priorities. The goal is not to promote a particular candidate, but to educate voters. Why Attending This Political Candidate Forum Matters In a time when political opinions are being shaped by social media, sound bites, and advertising, this political candidate forum will offer someth

A woman is dead. Her name was Renee Nicole Good. She was shot and killed by ICE agents in a suburban Minneapolis street. This is not an action movie. This is not a dystopian novel. This is now the United States of America, where a federal agency engages in a fatal armed confrontation in a residential neighborhood. Let’s be unequivocal: the presence of masked, armed agents executing high-risk operations in our communities does not make us safer. It makes us exponentially less

As we officially enter the 2026 midterms, with the primary in March and the general election in November, there is one aspect of campaign season that I dread more than any block-walking, phone-banking, or candidate outreach. For me, the hardest part isn’t the work itself; it’s the interpersonal conflicts that arise within our own party, among our allies, and even among people I’ve considered friends. Even when I’m not directly involved, which, thankfully, is most of the time

The term “progressive” often gets tangled in political noise, mistakenly labeled as a fringe ideology. The reality is, the core of progressivism is not about extremes, but about a simple, enduring belief, that we can use our collective tools to build a better, fairer, and more secure society for everyone. At its heart, progressivism is about practical solutions to common problems. It’s the belief that social justice and equality are foundational to a healthy nation, and that

The Dangers of Corporate Consolidation: The recent suspension of Jimmy Kimmel has underscored a critical issue: the consolidation of media power and its dangerous implications for free speech. While Kimmel's reinstatement may seem like a resolution, the deeper problem—the growing consolidation of corporate media control—remains. This isn't just about one late-night host, but a wider concern that impacts the freedom of expression for all Americans. Corporate media giants like

Recent changes to the way we will cast ballots in Collin County have caused some serious consternation and distress in McKinney. As you may know, the county commissioners, all Republicans of course, have voted to change the method of voting from electronic machines to paper ballots that must be filled in by hand. We’ve gone backwards from fast, efficient, reliable technology to time-consuming, inefficient, error-prone pens and paper. The intent is obvious, regardless of what

In a time when democratic values are under siege, the McKinney Area Democratic Club stands as a beacon for free-thinking individuals in...

If you’re feeling a deep sense of political despair right now, you are not alone. The headlines can feel like a relentless assault: the...

In 1998, Jason Hernandez was sentenced to life without parole for a nonviolent drug offense. Fifteen years later, President Obama...

They’re Saying the Quiet Part Out Loud A Texas GOP candidate just admitted the only way to “protect conservative wins” is through extreme...

Every first Monday of September, we enjoy the long weekend of Labor Day. For many, it’s the unofficial end of summer, a final barbecue, a...

The assault on our representative democracy is rapidly spreading, endangering the lifeblood of our nation. Not only is there a direct...

I’ve been reflecting on the word “courage.” I believe we must be courageous to defend democracy, but even more so now than ever before....