La Marque Councilman Issues Threats Against Judges

September 22, 2026

Will law enforcement take action?

At the last La Marque City Council meeting, Councilman Joseph Lowry decided to challenge Texas law prohibiting firearms in council chambers. Armed with a self-appointed “Facebook law degree,” Lowry spent the meeting arguing constitutional law with two actual attorneys, claiming to know more about the legal system than those who formally studied it. While Lowry insists he has the funds to launch a legal challenge against the state, public records show he has yet to settle $29,000 in back taxes owed for 2024 and 2025.

BTW. Lowry is under a Domestic Violence Protective Order which prohibits him from buying or owning firearms. This DVPO is from the State of Washington. Speaking of….

His online behavior has escalated further. Recently, Lowry took to Facebook to post severe threats against Washington State judges and commissioners, calling for them to “swing from trees”. Threats against Judges normally draws immediate FBI scrutiny and a permanent ban from social platforms.

Using his “Lousy News Network” page, Lowry also targeted a First Amendment auditor, claiming organized crime bosses had put a “green light” on the individual and that his “days are numbered.” Between potential federal inquiries and local police attention, Lowry’s online antics may soon carry real-world legal consequences.

Wonder where local media and local law enforcement are on this issue?

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Quit Whining Over a $9 Tax Increase: Grow a Pair.

September 21, 2026
A man in a blue suit sitting in a wheelchair speaks at a podium with the words 'GROW A PAIR' against a city skyline at night.

Nothing is free and it’s time to pay for it.

Let’s get real. People throwing a total fit over a $9-a-month tax increase haven’t said a peep while their health, auto, and home insurance shot up by thousands of dollars a year. Gas prices doubled. Diesel hit over six bucks a gallon, driving up the price of literally everything you buy. Yet here you are, whining like babies over nine bucks a month so Harris County can actually afford the exact same gas, insurance, and supplies to keep basic services running.

Nine dollars a month. That’s skipping a cheap six-pack, missing one senior movie discount, or dropping one taco from a combination plate you supposedly can’t afford anyway because of all your other skyrocketing bills. If your house is worth $400k, it’s nine extra bucks. Most of you don’t even own a $400k home.

Look, nobody likes paying taxes. I don’t like it either. But goddamn, people—grow a fucking pair. Instead of crying over pocket change, how about directing your outrage at the people who actually caused this mess? If you haven’t had your head buried up your ass for the last 12 years Greg Abbott has been in office, you’d know he deliberately starved our local cities and counties, neutering their ability to manage their budgets and forcing these rate hikes—only to turn around and blame them for doing what they had to do. He does the exact same sabotage to our public schools.

It’s easy to throw a cheap tantrum over $9 a month. Nobody wants a tax hike, but nothing in this world is free, and everything costs way more than it did two years ago. You want to know why? Thank your buddy for the tariffs, the useless war in Iran, the rampant inflation, and total economic mismanagement.

Grow up, suck it up, and grab a goddamn mop to clean up this mess in November.

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Bay Area’s Elected Officials Support of Racist Comments by Bo French

September 17, 2026
A man in a red jacket and sunglasses smiles while holding a sign that says '(R) Racist', next to another man in a suit holding a microphone.

Does the “R” Stand for Racist?
Bo French, the Republican nominee for Texas Railroad Commission, has once again made comments that have been widely condemned as racist. His latest remarks, targeting a photo of South Asian students celebrating at a University of Texas football game, prompted bipartisan criticism and led one political blogger to ask whether the “R” behind his name stands for “Racist.” The question practically writes itself.


Some Texas Republicans have publicly condemned French’s remarks. Others have offered little or no meaningful response. Governor Greg Abbott’s response, in particular, has drawn criticism for not directly addressing the controversy. Here in the Bay Area, our elected officials have said nothing. At all.

Senator “Money” Mayes Middleton
Middleton has himself faced criticism over comments about Asian Americans (See below) and Muslim Americans and his use of religious rhetoric in politics. He is now running for Texas attorney general and has pledged to rid Texas of “Sharia law”—despite the fact that Sharia is not part of Texas’ legal code. Middleton has not publicly condemned French’s latest comments, at least as of this writing.

State Representative Dennis Paul
There is a reason Texas Monthly once referred to Dennis Paul as “Furniture.” Critics have argued that his legislative accomplishments are limited and that he too often blends into the background like an oversized chair in a small room rather than addressing the pressing issues facing his district. One issue that deserves attention is the rising cost of home insurance, which continues to affect families across the Bay Area. Yet Paul has not publicly addressed French’s comments either.

Paul was also silent when his buddy Middleton made comments that critics condemned as racist toward Asian Americans. That silence is particularly notable given that Paul’s wife is Asian American.

Silence Is a Choice
Elected officials do not have to agree on every policy issue. But when a statewide candidate makes comments widely condemned as racist, constituents have a right to know where their representatives stand.

Silence may not prove agreement. But it does leave voters with questions—and those questions deserve answers.

So, when you see an “(R)” behind a candidate’s name, don’t assume it tells you everything you need to know. Look at the candidate’s record. Look at their statements. And look at what they say—or refuse to say—when it matters.

Bay Area voters deserve accountability, not silence.

A tweet from Mayes Middleton asking if Gene Wu is back in China.

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League City. All Male Council Being Challenged. Voters to Flock to the Polls.

September 16, 2026
A solar panel mounted on a pole, with a camera attached beside it, set against a blurred natural background.

Voters should never choose a candidate based solely on demographics like gender or race.

While the League City Council has been predominantly male and white for years, demographic composition alone shouldn’t concern residents as long as leaders govern effectively—maintaining fiscal responsibility, advancing the city, and managing broader economic pressures like rising fuel, healthcare, and insurance costs. Compared to neighboring Bay Area cities facing similar strains, League City has stabilized in their self induced controversies, particularly as nearby La Marque has drawn more negative media scrutiny.

This November, the mayor’s seat and five of seven council positions are up for election. Mayor Long faces a challenge from Councilman Tom Crews, leaving Crews’s council seat open for an unexpired term. Meanwhile, Council members Chad Tressler and Andy Mann are not seeking reelection.

Four women are running to challenge the council’s currently all-male lineup, offering voters an opportunity to introduce well-qualified diversity to local leadership. Information on all candidates is available through their respective websites, social media pages, and the official League City Election portal.

Additionally, voters will weigh in on a non-binding resolution regarding the council-approved Flock safety cameras, an issue expected to drive significant voter turnout.

Dinah Carpenter Position 1. Open seat.

Dina DuBose Driskill  Position 1. Open seat.

Lisa Welty Position 6. Open seat.

Teresa Potter Position 7 against Councilman Sean Sanders

Ballot Proposition A: 

  • “As a nonbinding statement of voter preference, should the League City Police Department continue using automated license plate reader cameras at fixed locations on public roadways for law enforcement purposes?”

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Yet Another Criminal Case Concerning La Marque Councilman Dismissed

September 15, 2026

It took the District Attorney’s office 1.5 years to dismiss a simple misdemeanor case.

La Marque City Councilman Joseph Lowry’s, AKA Chicken Little, head must be exploding after yet another case concerning him has been dismissed or no billed by the Galveston District Attorney’s Office. The criminal case against CJ Beard, Case #MD-0426868, for a misdemeanor has been dismissed. This is following the no bill of two Texas City employees a few months ago. All three cases were brought about based upon police reports filed by Lowry. From a previous post “Galveston County DA: Acquit Or Get Off The Pot.“:

The conflict began when Lowry went to the police after his address was posted on Facebook, demanding immediate prosecution. This follows a familiar pattern: Lowry instigates and harasses, then contacts law enforcement the moment someone stands up to him. His extensive history of police complaints includes reports of a vandalized garden gnome, flat tires, and even claims of threats involving pigs (read the report here). His recent complaint against a First Amendment auditor was classified as “UNFOUNDED”—though it still resulted in an arrest before charges were dropped a day later. (A lawsuit against the County may be coming)

And hopefully CJ will file a suit against whichever police department filed these frivolous charges. Until then there are 3 more cases that will be decided upon in the near future that concerns Lowry. Be prepared for a massive explosion.

FIRE IN THE HOLE!

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Guess Who is Funding Bo French (Racist)?

September 15, 2026

The Christian brothers.

Follow the money through the Texas Ethics Commission records, and the veneer around West Texas mega-donors Timothy Dunn and Farris Wilks completely disintegrates. While bankrolling Bo French’s racially charged campaign, these self-appointed guardians of Christian virtue are funding the very hatred their faith explicitly condemns. Dunn, an active preacher at Midland Bible Church, ought to understand basic theology: racism has no place in public service, let alone in the teachings of Christ.

The financial filings reveal a massive concentration of high-dollar influence behind French’s campaign:

  • Direct Campaign Cash: Out of the $2,444,109 raised by French, $1,040,000—over 42%—stemmed directly from Wilks and Dunn.
  • The High-Dollar Monopoly: A staggering $1,842,050 of French’s funds came from elite donors contributing $25,000 or more.
  • The PAC Network: When the Christian Brother’s political action committee, Defend Texas Liberty, faced severe backlash after leaders met with notorious white supremacist Nick Fuentes, the network simply re-branded, channeling capital into entities like the Texas Freedom Fund for the Advancement of Justice and Texans United for a Conservative Majority.
  • Massive Funding Consolidation: The Texas Freedom Fund for the Advancement of Justice amassed over $16 million. Of that total, $14,553,000 (88%) originated from the same core group supporting local slate candidates in races like Scott Bowen in Clear Creek ISD, while 96% ($15,973,000) was underwritten by mega-donors giving $100,000 or more.
  • Grassroots Disconnect: Standard small-dollar supporters giving $1,000 or less accounted for a microscopic $32,040 of the total pool.

Bankrolling vicious division while cloaking political power moves in scriptural righteousness isn’t faith—it is pure hypocrisy. By underwriting platformed bigotry, these donors prove that behind the grandstanding and the million-dollar checks, the ideology they are purchasing is rotten at its core. Wilks and Dunn are still endorsing French.

Praise the lord?

Bo French Donations

Texas Freedom Fund for the Advancement of Justice200,000.00
Texas Freedom Fund for the Advancement of Justice PAC150,000.00
Texas Conservative Voters PAC150,000.00
French ,Marcia Fuller100,000.00
French ,Marsha100,000.00
Texas Conservative Voters PAC100,000.00
Texans United for a Conservative Majority PAC100,000.00
Texas Freedom Fund for the Advancement of Justice PAC100,000.00
Texas Freedom Fund for the Advancement of Justice100,000.00
Texas Freedom Fund for the Advancement of Justice100,000.00
Texas Freedom Fund for the Advancement of Justice100,000.00
Texas Freedom Fund for the Advancement of Justice PAC100,000.00
1,400,000.00

Texas Freedom Fund for the Advancement of Justice

Dunn ,Timothy2,300,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy1,700,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy1,500,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy775,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy750,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy500,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy316,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy250,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy250,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy250,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy200,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy200,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy175,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy140,000.00
Dunn ,Timothy100,000.00
Fairly ,Alex145,850.00
Fisher ,Ken100,000.00
Grimes ,Windi221,500.00
Grimes ,Windi175,000.00
Grimes ,Windi175,000.00
Hexagon Partners250,000.00
Hexagon Partners200,000.00
Huffines ,Phillip500,000.00
Wilks ,Farris2,000,000.00
Wilks ,Farris & Jo Ann1,500,000.00
Wilks ,Farris & Jo Ann1,000,000.00
Wilks ,Farris & Jo Ann100,000.00
Wilks ,Farris & Jo Ann100,000.00
15,973,350.00

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What the (R) Behind a Republican’s Name Stands For

September 14, 2026

(R) Racist.

I’ve said it before in “What does the (R) stand for behind a political candidates name?”

If you are running as a republican then you need to own the title. When you stand silent while racism runs rampant in your own party then you need to embrace the title. When you stand silent and allow racists to take over your party then you need to wear it and wear it with pride. Unfortunately many are doing just that.

Case in point, Bo French. Texas politics delivered another reminder of an ongoing rift within the Republican Party when Bo French, a candidate for the Texas Railroad Commission, posted a racist comment online. The remark drew public condemnation from senior figures, including U.S. Senator John Cornyn, who reiterated a long-standing line: “There is no place for racism in the Republican Party.”

While Cornyn’s pushback was direct, the broader reaction across the party was telling. The condemnation came from some members, but certainly not all, in fact some has spoken in favor of Bo.

For many observers, this selective outrage reflects a pattern rather than an exception. Over the past decade, rhetoric targeting marginalized groups—including Mexicans, Jews, Haitians, and Muslims—has repeatedly tested the party’s boundaries. Time and again, explicit comments are met with quick verbal disavowals from a handful of leaders, while the institutional machinery of the party continues without systemic accountability.

This disconnect between words and actions is hard to ignore. Saying there is “no place” for discrimination becomes difficult to reconcile when local party events or conventions simultaneously move to exclude specific religious groups, such as Muslim conservatives. BTW according to Senator John Cornyn: “There is no place for racism in the Republican Party.”

(R) is for Racist.

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RSVP to the Candidate Forum for Bay Area’s State Representative (It will be wild)

September 9, 2026

This ought to be real interesting! RSVP to Michele Costello at Costello@bayareahouston.com.

The Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership is hosting a candidate forum for the upcoming State Representative race featuring former CCISD Trustee Scott Bowen and candidate Albert Wittliff. This election presents a critical opportunity for the district. The Bay Area has been represented by Republicans for over three decades, yet residents continue to face pressing challenges, including soaring property insurance rates, high electricity costs, and an underfunded public education system. Addressing these persistent issues requires capable, independent leadership.

A comparison of the candidates highlights a clear distinction in experience and approach:

  • Scott Bowen: Having previously served on the CCISD board, Bowen’s record reflects partisan approaches that do not serve the broader community, including support for school voucher programs and alignment with extreme party factions. His approach lacks the collaborative and negotiation skills required to advocate effectively for the district at the state level. You can read Bowen’s well documented record of failure here.
  • Albert Wittliff: Wittliff brings extensive, practical leadership experience as a local small business owner, a Homeland Security retiree, a former security specialist for diplomats, and a manager of hurricane recovery efforts. His professional background demonstrates the strong, grounded leadership needed to represent the community effectively.

Because this forum will not be live-streamed, attending in person is the best way to evaluate both candidates firsthand before casting your vote.

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What is TribFest and Why is Marjorie Taylor Greene Headlining it?

September 9, 2026

Marjorie Taylor Greene will join Senator John Fetterman.

According to the Texas Tribune website:

The Texas Tribune is a nonpartisan, nonprofit digital-first media organization based in Austin, Texas, that covers Texas politics, government, and public policy. It offers comprehensive, free-to-use reporting on issues like education, healthcare, and infrastructure, aiming to increase civic engagement.

f you aren’t keeping up with the Texas Tribune, you really should be. It’s a great source of political information, and unlike Medicare for All, it’s actually free! You can sign up over at TexasTribune.org.

Every year, the Tribune hosts an event in Austin called TribFest. It’s an excellent couple of days packed with speakers from all across the political spectrum. I’ve been twice already, and I’ll definitely be attending again this year.

But much like the Texas Democratic Party Convention, it seems like they had a tough time finding decent keynote speakers to open and close the event. To open, former MAGAt Marjorie Taylor Greene will be speaking about the future of her movement—which might just mean her bowel movement, since she is still full of shit. On the other end, closing out the event, is Bernie Sanders’ hand-picked Senator, John Fetterman, AKA the Douche of the Senate. Lucky us.

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Both of these speakers have zero chance of ever getting elected again. Greene is desperately trying to stay relevant, hoping that the “real” conservatives of the Republican Party will peel away from the MAGAt Party to join her movement. Fetterman is just buying time. As a Bernie Sanders recruit, he simply doesn’t have a future in politics once his term is up. The Democrats in Pennsylvania are already looking for his replacement and have told Bernie Sanders where to stick it.

I’ll probably go see Greene but not Fetterman.

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The Republican CHINO Running for Office: Richard Vega

September 8, 2026

JESUS CHRIST! Literally!

A candidate’s political graphic can sometimes reveal far more than intended. Richard Vega, a candidate for Harris County Commissioner, has released a piece of campaign media so overwhelming it borders on self-parody.

Vega, who fits the definition of a “Christian in Name Only” (CHINO), has aligned himself closely with state Senator Mayes Middleton. Middleton, a deep-pocketed donor known for bankrolling aligned candidates, has funded roughly half of Vega’s entire campaign war chest. Middleton is also a CHINO using racial slurs towards his colleagues.

In lockstep with Middleton’s agenda, Vega has engaged in rhetoric targeting the local Muslim community, including efforts opposing the construction of a mosque in La Porte. While leading a Christian spinoff and touting his efforts to deliver Ten Commandments posters to public schools following recent legal battles, Vega simultaneously embraces figures known for high-profile moral scandals and criminal convictions (Trump). Vega’s own history with the law has also surfaced as an issue, brought to light by his opponent in the Republican primary.

This pattern highlights a recurring dynamic in modern political posturing: wrapping campaign messaging in religious rhetoric while ignoring foundational tenets of the faith when convenient. For voters examining the race for Harris County Commissioner, Vega’s platform raises clear questions about authenticity, funding sources, and political priorities. There is nothing worse than hiding behind god and religion while violating the very teachings of Christianity.

Praise the lord?

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Guess Who’s Funding Harris County Republican Candidates?

September 7, 2026

Who’s your daddy?

Republican candidates running for Harris County offices are facing severe fundraising deficits. According to the latest campaign finance reports, Orlando Sanchez leads the field for County Judge with just $181,126—a modest sum for a high-profile race that typically requires millions. Richard Vega a Christian Nationalist, running for County Commissioner, reported $123,026, though the bulk of his funds originated from Senator Money Mayes Middleton.

Finances across the rest of the ticket remain virtually non-existent:

  • Marc Cowart (County Treasurer): $150
  • Mike Wolfe (County Clerk): $0
  • Sartaj Bal: $0
  • Denise Dick: $0

While these figures would alarm any campaign strategist, the candidates appear to be relying on outside financial backing. In a speech to supporters, Vega indicated that Governor Greg Abbott plans to allocate $25 million from his $65 million war chest to support the local ticket. This dependence on top-down funding suggests the candidates will likely run as a coordinated slate, though seasoned figures like Steve Radack may distance themselves from controversial nominees like Vega, Dick, or Wolfe.

So who’s your daddy? And what’s in your wallet?

CandidatePositionFundsLoansCOH
Orlando SanchezCounty Judge181126234513132680
Jacqueline SmithCounty Attorney246541000022082
Chris DanielDistrict Clerk8071250006571
Mike WolfeCounty  Clerk04920
Marc CowartCounty Treasurer15000
Sartaj BalHCDE0056900
Denise DickHCDE000
Richard VegaCounty Commissioner12302635744
Steve RadackCounty Commissioner863370482649

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I stand Corrected: Houston Water Bill.

September 5, 2026

Dang. I hate being wrong. This bill is NOT for water. It is for waste services, trash, etc. Last year it was only $15.00 for the trash carts. This year the bill includes the $5/month charge for trash pickup. So, shoot. I was wrong. Go pay it.

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If you received a drainage utility bill from Houston…

September 5, 2026

I STAND CORRECTED! THIS IS A BILL FOR YOUR TRASH CAN “RENTAL” AND FOR THE $5/MONTH TRASH FEE. PAY IT.

Clear Lake residents are serviced by the Clear Lake Water Authority. So you should ignore this bill. I’ve wondered what would happen if someone in Clear Lake would pay it. Would the City return it?

I’m not going to try it. I’ll ignore it like I did last year.

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Mexican MAGAts Running for Federal Office

September 3, 2026

If they will turn on their own, they will turn on you.

Ten of the 42 Republican candidates running for federal office in Texas are Mexican MAGAts, aligning with the MAGA wing of the party. They join several other candidates pursuing statewide and Harris County positions. You can view them at Mexican MAGAts Running for State Office and Mexican MAGAts Running for Harris County Office. As I have said before:

Historically, many Mexican-American voters lean toward moderate political candidates rather than those on the political extremes. Grounded in traditional values, strong faith traditions, and close ties to the Catholic Church, many prioritize family, anti-abortion positions, and legal immigration processes.

At the federal level, these candidates were recruited to run in predominantly Hispanic districts in an effort to appeal to voters through platforms focused on fiscal responsibility (LOL), support for ICE (OMFG!), and family values (AYFKM Are You Fucking Kidding Me?). In Harris County, Texas’s 29th Congressional District was redrawn in an effort to unseat Representative Sylvia Garcia. Her Republican challenger, Martha Fierro, as well as District 9 candidate Alex Mealer (formerly known as Alexandria Moyer Mealer), represent this slate of candidates whose primary focus appears to be demonstrating total loyalty to Donald Trump’s political agenda rather than serving their local constituencies. If elected both will be nothing but a chapstick commercial.

In Texas’s 23rd Congressional District, primary candidate Brandon Herrera, an extreme right winger, has campaigned on a strongly conservative platform centered on Second Amendment rights. His support for physical border barriers, such as a wall in the Big Bend region, aligns with hardline immigration enforcement policies intended to deter illegal border crossings through the West Texas desert. That wall would deter people who look like him and his family from crossing to the US.

Mexican MAGAts are an embarrassment to their community. These are the Tio/Tia Tacos’ of the Texas Republican Party:

Candidate NameOffice NameCity
ALEX MEALERU. S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 9PASADENA
MONICA DE LA CRUZU. S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 15MCALLEN
EDGARDO RAFAEL BAEZU. S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 20SAN ANTONIO
MARK TEIXEIRAU. S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 21Dripping Springs
BRANDON HERRERAU. S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 23Helotes
TANO E. TIJERINAU. S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 28Laredo
MARTHA FIERROU. S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 29Houston
ERIC FLORESU. S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 34San Benito
CARLOS DE LA CRUZU. S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 35UNIVERSAL CITY
LAUREN B. PEÑAU. S. REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT 37Austin

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Did you know? 75% of Republicans voted to impeach Ken Paxton

September 2, 2026

Surprised?

The Texas House has 150 members, 88 Republicans, and 62 Democrats. In May of 2023 after an investigation by the House Committee on General Investigating Attorney General Ken Paxton was brought up on impeachment charges. That complete report can be viewed here. You can read a summary at The allegations against Ken Paxton in a nutshell which details retaliation against whistleblowers, financial fraud, abuse of power, and more.

Shortly afterward the House voted to impeach Paxton. Of the 150 members of the House 121 voted to impeach including 61 Democrats and 60 Republicans, 75% of the entire Republican delegation. Only 23 members voted not to impeach including our very own State Representative Dennis Paul. Leading the charge against Paxton was some of the most right wing, extremists, including State Representative “Little Baby” Briscoe Cain out of Deer Park. (Pictured below with his mom)

If you would take the time to read the results of the investigation you would probably agree with 75% of the Republicans who voted to impeach him. BTW the impeachment was a result of a whistleblower lawsuit brought about by his own staff. He eventually settled the suit for $6.7 Million, paid for by tax dollars.

You can read a recap of every day of the trial here.

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How Texas Democrats Can Screwup the Midterm Elections

September 1, 2026

It will take a huge effort to screw this election up, but it can be done.

Anyone following Texas politics over the last decade is used to hearing hype about a “blue wave” that inevitably turns into a ripple—2020 and 2024 were prime examples. But 2026 could finally break that pattern. With Republicans facing mounting backlash over economic strain, foreign conflicts, rising costs, and skyrocketing debt, Texas Democrats have a real opening. But they can still easily blow it.

Winning over independent voters requires understanding how easily spooked they are. They aren’t looking to join the Democratic Party; they just need a reason to vote for their candidates. If Democrats want to scare the shit out of the them all they have to do is the following:

  • “Misunderestimate” Texas voters. MAGA loyalists will vote Republican even if their families are in the gutter eating overpriced cat food. Do not think we have this election in the bag. Just remember Texans voted for a twice impeached, felon for the President of the United States.
  • Keep defending the DSA: Democratic candidates should explicitly distance themselves from the Democratic Socialists of America platform. DSA candidates often run on the Democratic ticket in deep, deep blue areas, simply to utilize party infrastructure, while hiding platforms too extreme for general electorates. Watch the video of the co-chair of the DSA organization and ask yourself if an independent voter would agree with their platform.
  • Cling to Socialism: Stop trying to redefine or explain socialism. Outside of the far-left fringe, voters don’t want to hear it.
  • Keep talking about free stuff. Like free healthcare, free childcare, free stuff. Nothing is free. Use different words. Affordable, within your budget, anything but free.
  • Push Student Loan Forgiveness: Non-college-educated, working-class voters do not want to subsidize student loans. We lost these voters in 2024. Focus instead on lowering the baseline cost of higher education instead of passing the cost on to others.
  • Mishandle Immigration: Lead with a firm stance: oppose illegal immigration unequivocally, then point out that 30 years of Republican rule left the system broken while using it only as a campaign talking point.
  • Keep saying “Abolish ICE”. No one wants to abolish immigration enforcement. It is a necessary agency but not in its current state. Say “Reform” or “Restore”, anything but “Abolish”.
  • Keep saying “Defund [whatever]”. That stupid word/phrase was started by the Dumb Shits of America (DSA) in reference to defunding our police force. Again use better words that don’t scare voters. Don’t be a Dumb Shit.
  • Prioritize Criminal Defense Over Safety: Criminal justice reform is important but campaigning on behalf of criminals alienates voters. Secure election victories first then reform the system from the office.

For moderate and independent voters feeling the pinch, Democrats have a real chance—if they stop getting in their own way.

Don’t fuck it up Texas.

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Mexican MAGAts Running for State Office

August 31, 2026

If they will turn on their own, they will turn on you.

The Republican Party of Harris County has their own group of Mexican MAGAts running for county offices. They also have 44 out of 442 state candidates I consider to be Mexican MAGAts, Mexican Americans running as the Tio Tacos of the Latino community. As I said:

Historically, many Mexican American voters lean toward moderate political candidates rather than those on the extremes. Grounded in traditional values, strong faith traditions, and close ties to the Catholic Church, many prioritize family, anti-abortion stances, and lawful immigration processes.

Over the past decade, ineffective messaging from the Democratic Party led a significant portion of the Mexican American electorate to shift toward Donald Trump and the broader Republican Party. This shift occurred despite the GOP’s adoption of aggressive deportation policies that directly impact these same neighborhoods. Consequently, Mexican American candidates campaigning on the Republican ticket face sharp criticism for supporting a political agenda widely viewed as harmful to their own heritage, as well as to Muslims, educators, law enforcement officers, LGBTQ+ individuals, and other targeted groups.

Mexican MAGAts are an embarrassment to their community. These are the Tio Tacos’ of the Texas Republican Party:

CandidateOfficeCity
VICTORIA HINOJOSASBOECorpus Christi
MICA ARELLANOSBOEKYLE
AUDREY G. YOUNGSBOETrinity
CARLOS (CHARLIE) GARZASBOEGRAND PRAIRIE
MARCUS CARDENASSTATE SENATORSAN ANTONIO
PETE FLORESSTATE SENATORAUSTIN
DENISE VILLALOBOSState RepresentativeCORPUS CHRISTI
OSCAR ROSAState RepresentativeAlton
JANIE LOPEZState RepresentativeSan Benito
LAURA E. CISNEROSState RepresentativeBROWNSVILLE
CELESTE CABRERA-HUFFState RepresentativeEDINBURG
TERESA JOHNSON-HERNANDEZState RepresentativeLAREDO
J.M. LOZANOState RepresentativeAUSTIN
TENNYSON G. MORENOState RepresentativeWIMBERLEY
JESSICA MARTINEZState RepresentativeAUSTIN
CAROLINE HARRIS DAVILAState RepresentativeRound Rock
ROBERT GARZAState RepresentativeDEL RIO
HUMBERTO PEREZState RepresentativeEL PASO
JESSE ROMEROState RepresentativeEL PASO
JORGE BORREGOState RepresentativeSAN ANTONIO
MELVA PEREZState RepresentativeSCHERTZ
MARC LAHOODState RepresentativeSAN ANTONIO
MARK DORAZIOState RepresentativeSan Antonio
SYLVIA SOTOState RepresentativeSAN ANTONIO
RICARDO ‘RICK’ MARTINEZState RepresentativeSAN ANTONIO
MANO DEAYALAState RepresentativeHOUSTON
MIKE MICHNAState RepresentativeHouston
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FRANK SALAZARState Representative?
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CLARISSA SILVAAppeals CourtHARLINGEN
ROBERT E. CADENADistrict JudgeDEL RIO
FRANK LOZANODistrict JudgeHARLINGEN
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CHRIS CARMONADistrict JudgeHOUSTON
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Brazoria County Judge Issues Apology for “Short Bus” Comment.

August 30, 2026

He knew exactly what he was doing.

Brazoria County Judge Matt Sebesta must think the residents are stupid. (He might be right) Sebesta didn’t just blurt out the phrase “Short Bus” when describing the residents who did not support his tax abatement for a large corporation. He did it multiple times as the Houston Chronicle stated:

  • “It’s kind of like the kid on the short bus that likes to eat boogers talks everybody else into eating boogers,”
  • “And so they all copy the booger-eating champion on the short bus and send all these emails, but they were all just completely way out of left field so they actually carry no weight with me.”
  • “They see what some (expletive) has posted out on social media, and they go out and feed off that run with it. And instead of using the common sense, and I hope, the good Lord gave them to maybe ask a few questions instead of just proving that they don’t have the intellectual capacity to understand things.”

He later apologized with “I am deeply sorry for using the term “Short bus”. I should have said retarded.” OK. That wasn’t exactly what he said but let’s be hones. What kind of idiot in this day and age would use that term? He might think it is funny but ask those who have children with a learning disability if it is funny to them. But this is what happens when he tolerates this type of filth coming from the top of his party. When Trump mocked a disabled person Sebesta sat back and probably laughed.

It’s not funny when the Judge did it. It wasn’t funny when his political lord and savior did it either.

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PinkyGate at La Marque City Council Ends with Assault Claims

August 29, 2026

Lots of finger pointing going on.

Leave it to La Marque City Councilman Joseph Lowry for filing a police report concerning assault in the City Council Chambers. Prior to a council meeting Lowry, once again, began harassing Council Member Yancy. According to the police report, filed by Lowry, Yancy had questioned Lowry about his Facebook posts attacking her, her family, and her church. She then informed him to “Keep her name out of his mouth” which sounds reasonable. At least she didn’t slap the shit out of him.

Lowry texted 911. (I didn’t know you can do that) The police took time off from chasing meth dealers, protecting domestic violence victims, collecting past due taxes, and confiscating illegal guns, and raced to City Hall. Lowry claimed Yancy “Got in my face and tapped my hand with her finger”. Police Officer Madgett stated “I saw Lowry in deep pain, his finger was swollen to the size of a Vienna sausage, although all of his fingers seemed to be that size. He was crying, calling for his mommy and flapping his hands up and down. It was a very disturbing scene which followed me for days providing uncontrollable laughter and tears.”

OK. That wasn’t exactly what Officer Madgett said but after a complete investigation and forensic audit of the multiple cameras angles, as well as the testimony of multiple witnesses, no charges were filed. Officer Madgett told Lowry to stop crying, man up, and grow a pair. (OK He didn’t really say that either)

The police called Lowry’s mom and waited with him until she picked him up. You can read the entire report here.

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After 12 Years in Office Greg Abbott to the Rescue!

August 27, 2026

12 years too late.

Greg Abbott and his crew are acting like heroes riding into Texas to save us from high insurance rates, failing schools, and rising healthcare costs. The irony? They’ve been driving the herd for 30 years. Republicans hold every statewide office. They control the Texas Supreme Court. They control both the House and Senate. Every mess in this state has their signature on it.

Now Abbott wants four more years with a promise to “finally fix things.” Take his new home insurance plan: it’s based on a “Fortify” program Alabama figured out 15 years ago. A similar bill was filed in Texas two years ago, but it died because Abbott didn’t want to cross his roofing buddies. Now he claims he’ll direct the Texas Department of Insurance to cut rates, even though TDI’s own charter blocks them from fighting for consumers without a legislative overhaul.

As for his promise to build top-tier public schools? The GOP has spent every year since 2003 cutting public education to the bone. He and his billionaire buddies financed voucher friendly candidates and finally passed his school voucher bill draining more money away from public schools.

They created these crises, and now they’re asking for another term to solve them. He must think voters are stupid.

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