Texas Standard The rise of Maren Morris
Jul 18, 2025
Join Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Maren Morris, hailing from Arlington, Texas, as she discusses her latest album, Dreamsicle, and her journey from rejection to stardom. With reporter Alexandra Hart, they delve into the challenges faced by communities post-flood and the ongoing healthcare struggles in Texas. Maren shares personal anecdotes about her rise in the music industry and sheds light on the emotional depth of her work, emphasizing themes of hope and resilience that resonate deeply in her music.
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Engage Beyond Bill Sponsorship
- Being active in committees, offering amendments, and public advocacy can be as effective as sponsoring many bills.
- Engage beyond sponsorship to shape legislative outcomes.
Legislators Use Messaging Bills
- Legislators' effectiveness can't be judged solely by number of bills passed.
- Some pass messaging bills to promote political points despite majority opposition.
Fighting Corruption via Amendments
- Representative Gina Hinojosa successfully pushed to remove a school voucher bill's corrupt loophole.
- The amendment prevented anonymous vendor donations, closing opportunities for corruption.