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Election Night Recap 2022- What Happens Next?

Election Night Recap 2022

Texas House Makeup in last three election cycles:

86th Session: 67 Democrats to 83 Republicans
87th Session: 67 Democrats to 82 Republicans
88th Session: 64 Democrats to 86 Republicans

What happens after the election?

We go to Caucus with other Democratic Members

We talk about what we are going to accomplish this session.

Why we failed in 2020 and why that mattered even more in 2022.

What we can and must do going forward.

Further Your Knowledge:
Read: Straight From the Heart
Watch: Raise Hell: The Life and Times of Molly Ivins
Wear: Richards

Hosted by Former Texas State Representative Gina Calanni.

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Pamphlets Are Useless as Diapers

In this episode we talk about the current talking points from Governor Abbott and other Republican Elected Officials in regards to the total abortion plan.  These individuals have offered up the idea of providing diapers and pamphlets in exchange to those seeking abortion.

We discuss:

In order to get diapers from charity groups you have to follow the following the guidelines:”

  • Must have photo ID
  • Must be receiving Medicaid
  • Present a Medicaid Award Letter
  • Attend an in-person appointment
  • Produce a birth certificate for your child
  • only 6 months 

      Check out: Houston Diaper Bank

  • Is someone is raped, will child support be offered?
  • How will a rapist in Texas pay for child support while in prison?

            Child Support Via the Court System
            Prison Systems that Provide Paid Labor

  • How can a single mom find housing in Texas?

             Vouchers, Affordable Housing Wait Times, and Information

  • Why hasn’t the Texas Department of Human Health Services released their annual report?

             Late Report


Further Your Knowledge:

Read: Love You Forever
Watch: Look Who’s Talking
Wear: Baby Mama

Hosted by Former Texas State Representative Gina Calanni.

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Researching the Midterms

In this episode we will discuss what the midterms are and how you can research the candidates on the ballot.

What are the midterms?

https://www.usa.gov/midterm-state-and-local-elections
https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/analyses/the-2022-midterm-elections-what-the-historical-data-suggest


Why are they important?
Read more: Abortion Rights

What is on the ballot?

Are you registered to vote?

Why each race matters?
Each race effects your life one way or another

How to research the candidates?
Check out the candidates websites, their endorsements, how much money they have raised and who donated to them. Research how they voted on certain bills and what legislation they have filed.

You can check out who is endorsed by which groups under these organizations:

Teacher Groups:
Texas AFT
Association of Texas Professional Educators

Union Groups:
Texas AFL/CIO

Gun Safety Groups
Moms Demand Action

Pro-Choice/Pro-Body Autonomy Groups
Emily’s List
Annie’s List
Planned Parenthood
Naral

League of Women Voters

Do you want term limits?

Who is funding the candidates?

Follow the money
Open Secrets

Further your knowledge:
Read: Midterm Economics
Watch: Primary Colors
Wear:  Your Voice Matters

Hosted by Former Texas State Representative Gina Calanni.

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Interview: How to Come Out as a Democrat in Texas

Yay! It’s our first interview! With politico operative Christopher Busby, a former Houston Young Republican President and former Log Cabin President.

Christopher is a current medical student and provides his insight on politics, how things have changed over the last several decades in Texas and why.

We will discuss what being a politico means, how he got into politics, why he left the Republican party and why so many others are as leaving the Republican Party as well.

Finally, why we should stay in our own lane when we are voting in the primary election and why you should vote for who you want as the candidate, not necessarily who you think will win.

Let’s dive in!

President Reagan vs. President Bush

President Reagan on Abortion

National Democrats Investing in GOP Campaigns

Further Your Knowledge:

Read: The Sociopath Next Door

Watch: The Hunt

Wear: Driving

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Choose Your Own Outcome of Pomp and Circumstance: Governor Abbott or Beto?

Have you ever seen a bunch of elected officials at a press conference and wondered what the point was of their speech?

Have you questioned if the speech had a purpose or if it was just for show?

Todays’ episode is for you!  We are going to dive into the behind the scenes of Pomp and Circumstance.

Are you into politics or does politics make you want to swipe left? Now, is the time to change your frame of mind. Let’s reinvest in our outlook and create a healthy relationship with politics. 

What does that mean?
 
It means getting to understand the mechanics of politics and how it affects every aspect of your life. From the moment you wake up in the morning, until the moment you lie your head down to go to sleep politics has been a part of your day, whether you knew it or not.
 
Politics shows up every day without fail. It’s time to empower yourself.  Refuse to be a passerby of politics.
 
Listen along and let’s figure out a way to learn about how politics affects your life and what you can do to ensure your voice is heard.

Hosted by Former Texas State Representative Gina Calanni

Further your knowledge:

Read and enjoy: Othello

Book suggestion: The World’s Great Speeches

Movie suggestion: The King’s Speech

Song of the Week: Pomp and Circumstance

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