Jovanka Palacios
Jovanka Palacios, a Mexican-American Politics Reporter and Managing Editor at RA's Gun Violence Watch, unveils the Capitol's inner workings. Focused on Public Education and Gun Policies, she passionately advocates for informed dialogue, delivering concise, impactful insights into the intricate political landscape.
Governor Tim Walz Tells Democrats Not To Roll Over And Play Dead
At SXSW 2025, Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota participated in a live taping of Today, Explained, where he offered candid insights into the current...
House Bill 3 Clears Key Hurdle, Paving Way For Abbott’s School Voucher Agenda
Gov. Greg Abbott is celebrating a major victory in his long-standing push for school vouchers, as a slim majority of Texas House members have...
Trump Praises Texas School Choice Bill, But Leaves Abbott Out
President Donald Trump praised Texas's monumental step forward in education reform as the state Senate passed what's being called the largest school choice program...
Texas Senate Debate On School Voucher Bill Could Stretch Into Morning
The Texas Senate began debate on Senate Bill 2 on Wednesday, with discussions expected to last until around 4 a.m., advancing—or potentially halting—Gov. Greg...
Hegar Highlights Priorities For Texas’ $194.6 Billion Budget
Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar has projected that the state will have $194.6 billion available for the 2026-27 biennium, including a $23.76 billion surplus. In...
Abbott’s Voucher Push Gains Momentum: $10,000 ESA Proposal In Senate
The Texas Senate unveiled a major proposal on Friday to create an education savings accounts (ESA) program, marking a significant effort to prioritize school...
Lt. Gov. Patrick Calls For Clarity In Abortion Law As Doctors Demand Clarity
Months after over 110 Texas OB-GYNs called for changes to the state's abortion ban, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has acknowledged the need to amend...
Legislative Process 101: How To Engage Effectively
As the 89th Texas legislative session approaches, it’s important for advocates, community leaders, and engaged citizens to understand how the Legislature works and how...
What Does Texas’ Early Voting Data Reveal?
As we look back at Texas’ 2024 election season, early voting data offers critical insights into the changing voter landscape across the state. While...
Who Are The Big Donors Fueling Texas’ School Voucher Fight?
As Texas heads toward the upcoming elections, the political fight over school vouchers is heating up, with major contributors pouring money into key races...
