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August 6th, 2025

Did You Know Texas Democrats Are On The Run? Yep, That’s Right!

​Hi there,

Something big just happened in Texas — and it’s a story that could shape the 2026 elections and the future of how your vote counts.​

Here’s the story, made simple.​​

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↗️ Texas Democrats Left the State to Block a Vote

This past weekend, over 50 Democratic lawmakers in Texas literally packed their bags and left for cities like Chicago and New York. Why? To stop a vote on a new congressional map that could shift the balance of power in Texas — and possibly in the entire U.S. House of Representatives.​

In Texas, if enough lawmakers are absent, the state House can’t do business. That’s called breaking quorum. So by skipping town, they’ve effectively paused the redistricting vote — for now.​

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↗️ What’s This Redistricting Fight About?

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Every so often, states redraw congressional maps. It’s how they decide who votes where. But this round isn’t happening because of a new census — it’s happening because Republicans, led by Governor Greg Abbott, want to redraw the map now to help reclaim seats in upcoming elections..​

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Here’s what’s at stake.​

• The new map could flip 5 U.S. House seats from Democrat to Republican.​

• Republicans say this better reflects Texas voters.​

• Democrats argue the map unfairly targets minority communities and dilutes their voting power.​

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​This isn’t the first time something like this has happened — similar fights happened in Texas in 2003 and again in 2021.

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↗️ Why This Matters (Even If You’re Not in Texas)

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Whether you live in Texas or not, this story matters because:​

• It shows how both sides use redistricting to gain power — often at the expense of fairness.​

• It affects the makeup of Congress and how national laws get passed.​

• It reminds us that transparency and representation should matter more than partisan games.​

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From a woke-free perspective, it’s a reminder that process and fairness are worth protecting — no matter which side is in charge. We believe maps should reflect communities, not politics. And voters should choose their leaders, not the other way around.

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↗️ What Happens Next?👀

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Right now, Texas Republicans can’t move forward without those missing lawmakers. Governor Abbott is threatening to fine them $500 a day and even consider removing them from office. That may or may not hold up legally — but the heat is real.

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If Democrats hold out until the special session ends on August 19, the map could be dead… for now. But if even a few return, Republicans could quickly push the map through.

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Let’s stay informed and keep supporting leaders who value fairness over partisanship.

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Thanks for reading — and for choosing to stay awake, not woke.😉

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Have thoughts on this week’s news? Hit reply — we love hearing from you.

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↗️ Final Thought

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Redistricting is complicated, but it doesn’t have to be shady. The best system is one where voters — not political insiders — have the final say.

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