Texas proposes ten constitutional amendments on November ballot
A summary outlines the second half of 10 amendments to the Texas Constitution, detailing Propositions 7 and 8 with funding boosts for education and flood infrastructure. It notes the required two thirds legislative approval, simple majority statewide passage, and November 5 election with early voting October 21 through November 1.
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Leadership key to tackle hate in schools across communities
Educators report a rise in swastikas Nazi salutes and bigotry in public spaces around schools. Incidents involve adults students and peers with threats to safety and mental health impacts. Leadership and anti bias culture are crucial for welcoming environments. JoAn Martin notes in SPLC adaptation.
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Texans drawn into Trump Ukraine dealings and Texas links
Texas figures including Rick Perry and Pete Sessions become entwined in national Ukraine matters. Trump spoke with Zelensky on July 25, fueling impeachment moves. Perry says his advice urged energy ties with Ukraine and denies pressuring arms aid. Other Texas actors and a contentious Em power Texans saga frame a tense Capitol scene.
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1976 vice presidential debate in Houston between Mondale and Dole
The first ever debate between vice presidential nominees took place in Houston with Democrat Walter Mondale and Republican Bob Dole. In 2017 Alyssa Milano urged women who faced harassment or assault to post Me Too messages online.
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MeToo surge and Heene balloon hoax memory note
Today in history highlights a MeToo hashtag surge within hours and recalls the 2013 Falcon Heene helium balloon incident where a boy was found safe, later deemed a hoax, with parents jailed briefly. It also notes Sears filing for Chapter 11 a decade later and planned store closures.
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