Four of the nation's 10 largest cities are in Texas: Houston, San Antonio, Dallas and Austin. Gov. Greg Abbott would like you to think that's because of the economic policies of the Lone Star State.
"There's a reason people want to live in Texas," he tweeted. "Our low taxes and business-friendly environment give businesses, workers, and families the opportunity to thrive."
The effect Abbott's policies have had on his state's population growth is debatable. Texas grew 20.68% from 2010 to 2023 — a surge that began before he took office. As far as giving "families the opportunity to thrive" … well, his administration's harsh positions on immigration, reproductive health, LGBTQ+ issues and guns call into question his definition of "thriving."
