From a verified voter in Austin, TXAge and term limits of judges and elected officials are absolutely necessary
The unrestrained accumulation of power and the erosion of democratic norms pose grave threats to the integrity of our republic. Unchecked executive authority enabled the previous administration's disturbing authoritarian overtures and subversions of the rule of law. To safeguard our liberties, we mu
From a verified voter in Austin, TXFully fund IRS to ensure tax fairness
The IRS plays a critical role in ensuring a fair and effective tax system that allows for appropriate funding of vital social programs. The audit findings regarding the former president's tax practices highlight the importance of robust enforcement capabilities to prevent exploitation of loopholes a
From a verified voter in Austin, TXUphold Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students and staff
Uphold Title IX protections for LGBTQ+ students and staff The governor does not have this authority. The LGBTQ+ community has the same rights as cis gender white Christian males like the corrupt Texas governor. Title IX seeks to uphold fundamental civil rights and prevent discrimination on the basis
From a verified voter in Austin, TXConditioning military aid enables Israeli forces' abuses in Palestine.
Blinken's decision to continue military aid to Israeli units involved in credible reports of serious human rights violations against Palestinians enables further atrocities with impunity. The meager punishments, such as community service for killing an unarmed Palestinian, undermine the Leahy Laws'
From a verified voter in Austin, TXUrgent Western military aid for Ukraine's air defense systems.
Ukraine continues to face relentless Russian attacks on its critical infrastructure, particularly its energy facilities. The recent barrage of over 50 cruise missiles and explosive drones targeting power grids across seven Ukrainian regions underscores the urgency of providing Ukraine with more robu
From a verified voter in Austin, TXMake saving social security a priority
Social Security is facing a serious financial crisis that demands immediate action from Congress. The recent report from the Social Security trustees predicts the program's funds will be depleted by November 2033, less than a decade away. At that point, automatic benefit cuts will be triggered unles
From a verified voter in Austin, TXUphold press freedom, reconsider Al Jazeera office shutdown
The threat to press freedom extends beyond Israel's actions against Al Jazeera. The United States must also actively safeguard journalistic independence and reject any attempts at censorship or media suppression within its own borders. Protecting the ability of domestic and international media to op
From a verified voter in Austin, TXBodily autonomy must be federally guaranteed in the USA
The recent overturning of Roe v. Wade has severely restricted reproductive rights across many states. This concerning development undermines the fundamental principle of bodily autonomy and jeopardizes the well-being of countless individuals. I urge you to support efforts to enshrine the right to ab
From a verified voter in Austin, TXEnd Federal Ban on Marijuana: Align with State Laws Now
The recent proposal by the DEA to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, moving it from Schedule I to Schedule III, is a significant policy shift. However, it falls short of the necessary reform. While this move acknowledges the medical uses of cannabis and its lower potential for abuse, it
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