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Texas’ ‘Anti-Censorship’ Law Censors Social Media. What If It Goes Into Effect?

A federal appeals court recently upheld a state law requiring companies like Facebook and Twitter to host hate speech.

Texas Observer · May 20, 2022

Texas’ Insane Heat Wave Shows Our Grid Isn’t Ready for Climate Change

As weather gets more extreme and the population booms, ERCOT and state leaders need to get a grip on reality.

Texas Observer · May 20, 2022

Dallas Runoff Will Determine Heir to Powerhouse EBJ’s Seat in Congress

The race between Representative Jasmine Crockett and Jane Hope Hamilton has divided leaders of the North Texas Democratic establishment.

Texas Observer · May 19, 2022

Right-Wingers Gain Ground in Texas School Board Elections

Anti-“critical race theory” crusaders picked up seats in May elections around the state as part of a nationwide movement.

Texas Observer · May 13, 2022

Here Are the Latest Environmental Reasons You Must Stop Eating Meat

Climate change is happening. What you eat may mean more for our futures than the car you drive.

Texas Observer · May 12, 2022

Texas’ White Guy History Project

The 1836 Project will indoctrinate new Texans with fables about our history.

Texas Observer · May 11, 2022

Is Gay Marriage Safe?

There are many reasons to hope that the freedom to marry victory remains secure—even while there is reason, of course, to fear.

Texas Observer · May 10, 2022

Jane Crow

The South has risen again. Anything that involves privacy is gone.

Texas Observer · May 9, 2022

How the War in Ukraine Could Slow Texas’ Energy Transition

Europe’s demand for non-Russian energy is supercharging exports.

Texas Observer · May 9, 2022

Texas Republicans Crow about ‘Roe’ Reversal, Lament Supreme Court Leak

State GOP leaders have spun the leak as the rightful return of abortion regulation to the realm of red-state rights—and a crusade against the conservative Court.

Texas Observer · May 5, 2022