Behind every veteran is a decision to serve and a family who shared in that commitment. Today, we thank the men and women who wore our nationโs uniform and honor all they have given to keep America free.
Today, Iโm especially grateful for my dad, who served our country, and for the honor and privilege of having served in the United States Navy.
Military service leaves a lasting impact, not only on those who wear the uniform, but also on the families who stand beside them and share in the sacrifices that come with serving our nation.
This Veterans Day, Iโm reflecting on the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of all who have answered the call to serve. To my fellow veterans and the families who have supported them along the way, thank you for your service, your strength, and your unwavering commitment to our country. We are forever grateful.
#VeteransDay #txlege
Really proud of our @DSISD community for the way it honors and celebrates our veterans. Even prouder of Cam and her friend for doing such a great job as emcees! A wonderful morning recognizing the family members and staff who have served our country. Happy Veterans Day!
Great bill by @Menendez4Texas requiring #txlege members to substitute teach 1x/year.
Any members who donโt yet have relationships with their local school leaders, Iโd be happy to help you connect.
No bill passage necessary - you can visit w/ them nearly anytime ๐
State Rep. @EddieMoralesJr files HB 111 which would prohibit the construction of any physical barriers "designed or adapted to impede the movement of persons or objects crossing the Texas-Mexico border" on state park property.
Text: https://t.co/u8ygFwc3UG
Some beautiful vintage Pateks coming up today at the Phillips Geneva Watch Auction: Eberhard signed 570, two-toned 530 with Breguet numerals, Gilbert Albert 3424 (dream watch), and steel 1463
Algorithm is so messed up from elections Iโm not getting any Texas Longhorn news โ and thatโs what the people want and need! ๐ค๐ป๐ค๐ป๐ค๐ป
Forging history.
Dean Senfronia Thompson is the daughter of a maid and the granddaughter of a sharecropper. She grew up paying a poll tax for the right to vote.
She became a public school teacher, and then a Houston attorney. She was first elected to the Texas House in 1972, and today she is the Dean of the House and the longest-serving woman and African American legislator in Texas history.
Over the years, she has written landmark legislation that first gave Texans spousal support after divorce, toughened penalties for hate crimes, banned racial profiling, increased the minimum wage, and created drug courts so people get treatment and a second chance. She is a proven leader who puts people over party. That is why we call her โthe conscience of the House.โ
Madam Speaker, we're ready to work.
#TxLege
Senfronia Thompson will be an excellent Speaker because she personifies the Texas House at its best: A trusted leader who will work with anyone to do whatโs right for Texas. I am grateful for her friendship and look forward to her historic leadership. #txlege