"This is Not a Fight they {Democrats} Want to Pick with Texas."

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Chairman Abraham George explains why the Texas Women's Privacy Act is a major issue that Democrats don't want to fight.

The episode begins with host Jonathan Saenz reflecting on Easter and past COVID-19 restrictions, linking them to ongoing religious liberty concerns. He transitions to legislative updates at the Texas Capitol, noting budget amendments and hearings. Saenz introduces guest Abraham George, chairman of the Republican Party of Texas, who was present at a hearing for Senate Bill 240, the Texas Women's Privacy Act. George emphasizes the bill's importance for grassroots conservatives and its impact on daily life. They discuss the bill's provisions, which apply to government buildings, sports facilities, swimming pools, prisons, and domestic violence shelters. Saenz shares a detailed account from Brooke Slusser, a collegiate athlete who testified about being forced to share accommodations with a male teammate. The conversation touches on bipartisan support, with Democrat Sergio Munoz co-authoring the House version. George criticizes legislative delays in the Texas House, listing Republican priorities like border security and stopping the sexualization of children. He encourages grassroots activism, noting the presence of SREC members at the Capitol. Saenz promotes resources like the Texas Legislative Guide and upcoming training videos. The episode concludes with Saenz highlighting a congressional hearing involving Dr. Eitan Haim, a whistleblower against Texas Children's Hospital, and promoting an event in Fort Worth. He ends with a call for donations to Texas Values, citing a $2 million budget and a June 30 fiscal year deadline.

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A faith-and-politics episode links Easter memories, House Bill 239, and claimed electoral pressure on Democrats.

The Texas Values Report uses Easter-week reflection and memories of watching church services from home during COVID to frame a larger argument about religious liberty and Texas politics.

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You want Texas politics that moves from Easter-week church memories into Capitol bathroom-bill pressure and the electoral headache the hosts see for Democrats.

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