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Texas Faces A New (Hopeful) Chapter

Texas Faces A New (Hopeful) Chapter

The sunlight was streaming through the windows on the staircase as I stood in line in June 2013. My destination? Waiting to take a spot in…
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Celebrating the 4th of July? … but why?

Celebrating the 4th of July? … but why?

Friends of mine used to know me as the Story Sharer on Instagram. There was no doubt what I supported, what I found fault with, what I…
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I Need To Compose In Long Form Again

I Need To Compose In Long Form Again

The truth is, I probably should never have stopped. There are people that can craft a clever sentiment in 240 characters or less. I just…
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Why “Don’t Texas My Virginia” was a Failed Message From the Start

Why “Don’t Texas My Virginia” was a Failed Message From the Start

A few weeks ago, Vice President Kamala Harris campaigned on behalf of Democratic Gubernatorial candidate, and frankly longshot, Terry…
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Palpable Frustration: Why Beto Needs to Make a Decision ASAP

Palpable Frustration: Why Beto Needs to Make a Decision ASAP

At this point in the 2018 cycle, Beto O’Rourke did not have wide name recognition. He had a social media presence but it’s debateable about…
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How Trump Lost His Golden Ticket

How Trump Lost His Golden Ticket

“‘Cause I’ve got a golden ticket I’ve got a golden chance to make my way And with a golden ticket, it’s a golden day”
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Why CEOs Should Listen To Ocasio-Cortez on the Living Wage

Why CEOs Should Listen To Ocasio-Cortez on the Living Wage

Ivanka Trump is right. American people want to work for what they get, but they also want a level playing field and the opportunity to get…
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Democrats, We Have a White Male Problem

Democrats, We Have a White Male Problem

The news hit me like I was watching a sucker punch in slow motion. I somehow knew it was inevitable, but I held out hope that a smarter…
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