Politics

Beware of Christian nationalism: God and Texas should not mix

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Welcome to Christian nationalism: the ideology of removing the wall between church and state. This is not only a violation of the most basic of all individual rights but also a distortion of Christianity itself.

Yes, the president isn’t the problem — but the presidency is

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If the president is unable to properly control his own branch — if he is forced to tolerate an array of rogue bureaucrats who think taking matters into their own hands is somehow akin to saving the republic — then the Editorial Board is unfortunately correct: The president is really little more than a figurehead.

Color outside the lines: Don’t feel restricted to red or blue this election

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Do your research, find someone who aligns well with your beliefs and stand by them on the ballot, even if it's likely they won’t win. Your conscience can be clearer knowing you voted for someone you truly believed in and are not just settling for someone who sort of represents what you believe. Plus, the more votes they get, the more recognition they will receive. Ultimately, an independent vote represents a thought-out vote and is a vote well spent.

The president isn’t the problem — our expectations are

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The average citizen doesn’t seem to grasp that beyond a short list of enumerated powers, the president is little more than a figurehead. Much to their chagrin, “single-handedly ensuring the holistic success of the United States while establishing an immaculate economy” is not in his job description.

Guilt may be good if it helps Gazans

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As normal people on our own, we can’t really do anything that will put a stop to the bombings, the injury, the genocide. However, as a collective, we can put in an effort to attain peace by providing humanitarian aid, writing to Congress for cease-fire, supporting Palestinian-owned businesses or even just spreading the word on how to help if you don’t have much to give. In the grand scheme of the war, these acts may seem small, but the truth is that Gazans will take all the help they can get.

Hillary Clinton

Hillary Clinton

Hillary Clinton served as secretary of state, campaigned for presidency in 2008 and served on the Senate for eight years. She also spent time in the White House during her husband’s presidency. Clinton is opposed to the Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade agreement as well as the Keystone XL pipeline. She plans to raise taxes on capital gains and raise wages for working families. Clinton is also a strong advocate for the lessening of racial tension and building of economic opportunity.

Donald Trump

Donald Trump

Donald Trump is a successful businessman and was the host of “The Apprentice” for 11 years prior to declaring himself as a candidate for presidency. Trump was a Republican before 1999, but registered as a Democrat from 2001-2009 and supported universal healthcare. He plans to reform taxes into brackets and phase out any deductions that are not charitable or mortgage related, expand programs for those with mental health issues and increase border crossing regulations, including the building of a wall across the U.S.-Mexican border.

Houston GOP presidential debate

When it comes to debates, typically you only see what happens on the debate stage. Tonight we showed you what really happens behind the scenes.

Democratic Party

Sanders brings heat in Dallas

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GRAND PRAIRIE — Presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders’ rally drew crowds of more than 7,000 Saturday in Grand Prairie. “It looks like Dallas is ready for...

Why Baylor Democrats need to vote in the primaries

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As a Texas Democrat, it is easy to get discouraged by the fact that my vote will likely be nullified in the general election...

Republican Party

Cruz campaign comes to Waco

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Heidi Cruz, wife of presidential candidate Sen. Ted Cruz, campaigned on Sunday at the local Heart of Texas Cruz Crew Center on Lake Air...

Christie backs Trump during Ft. Worth rally

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FORT WORTH — Former presidential candidate, and governor of New Jersey Chris Christie publicly endorsed Donald J Trump for president in front of approximately...

GOP candidates discuss performance post-debate

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HOUSTON — After Donald Trump, Ben Carson, Ohio Gov. John Kasich, and Sens. Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio left the debate stage well past...