Lawrence Allen’s campaign for Texas House District 131 highlights a deep family legacy of education and public service in Houston, spanning generations and decades of leadership in HISD and statewide education policy, as he advances to the May 26 runoff …

Marcos Vélez, a first-time candidate with deep labor roots, has emerged as a surprising and viable contender in Texas’ Democratic lieutenant governor runoff, challenging expectations in a race once dominated by established political figures.

Chicago’s move to eliminate the tipped wage highlights its roots in post-slavery labor practices and aims to create a more equitable pay structure for service workers.

The Supreme Court of the United States expressed skepticism during arguments over Donald Trump’s effort to end automatic birthright citizenship, raising questions about constitutional interpretation and historical precedent.

Xavier Herrera is driving progress in Stafford through community-focused leadership, highlighting his journey from local roots to public service while championing diversity, economic growth, and civic engagement ahead of his re-election campaign.

Traci A. Gibson has been sworn in as Chair of the Harris County Democratic Party, marking a pivotal leadership moment focused on expanding voter engagement, strengthening democratic institutions, and empowering the diverse communities of Harris County.

Harris County is backing a court challenge to restore Texas’s Historically Underutilized Business Program and protect minority- and women-owned businesses from recent eligibility cuts.

On America’s 250th anniversary, advancing the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact honors the Revolution’s promise of one person, one vote, and ensures every American’s vote truly counts.

Ben Jealous reflects on America’s deindustrialization, warning of its devastating social impacts and calling for a renewed national commitment to long-term planning, economic investment, and opportunity for all communities.

Congressman Christian Menefee has received endorsements from 25 Houston pastors as he campaigns for re-election in the newly redrawn 18th Congressional District, where he faces Rep. Al Green after Republican-led redistricting forced a new election

Harris County commissioners will vote on a first-of-its-kind policy allowing county employees to be represented by labor organizations to advocate for wages, workplace policies, and grievances.

Congressman Christian Menefee visited the Houston Contract Detention Facility to highlight harsh conditions for ICE detainees and call for humane immigration reform, amid reports that CoreCivic earned $742 million from ICE contracts in 2025.

Joe Kent, Director of the National Counterterrorism Center, resigns over objections to the Trump administration’s war with Iran, citing no imminent threat and criticizing foreign influence on U.S. pol