Gov. Abbott’s labeling of CAIR didn’t happen in a vacuum. Global dehumanization brought us here.
Commentary: San Antonio leaders must reject fear-based politics and affirm the shared dignity of all our residents.
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As San Antonio upgrades its district cooling network, it should cool its benches, too
Commentary: We should use this moment not only to increase the efficiency of building cooling but also to bring climate relief directly to the people who live, work and walk in downtown San Antonio.
Smart energy policy will unleash Texas’ potential
Commentary: By taking a balanced approach to our energy future, we will make Texas more resilient and attract more businesses to our region.
School vouchers will divert public funds, disproportionately harm special education students
Commentary: Diverting public funds to private schools would especially harm special education programs, which rely heavily on public funding and oversight.
Texas needs a path to personalized education
Commentary: While public schools play a vital role in our educational ecosystem, they cannot meet the needs of every student, particularly those with disabilities.
School vouchers threaten the stability and equity of special education in Texas
The parent of a child with Down syndrome and a longtime advocate for the disability community warns against school vouchers.
Democracy should be about participation, not exclusion. Vote ‘no’ on SAVE Act.
Commentary: We should work to ensure that every eligible voter can participate in our democracy without undue burden.
Let’s empower immigrant citizens in Bexar County’s local elections
Commentary: We should ensure every eligible voter in our community — including naturalized citizens — feels informed and empowered to vote.
Cuts to research into inequality, disparities and other DEIA topics harm science
Commentary: Translation services for the hearing impaired, parental leave for mothers and fathers, pay equity, time off for religious holidays and lactation rooms for nursing mothers all stem from what could be labeled DEIA research and advocacy.
Small Business Development Centers nurture entrepreneurial spirit in our community
Commentary: Supporting small businesses is vital not only for economic growth but also for the strength and resilience of our communities.
San Antonio is the ‘fastest-growing’ city? Wait a minute.
Commentary: Our overall population seems to be relatively flat, and city leaders must make good jobs — and the companies that create them — a top priority in the years ahead to avoid stagnation.
Parents shouldn’t have to choose between working and caring for their children
Commentary: Access to child care is not just a family issue. It’s a workforce issue that requires our attention.
Breaking stigma around mental illness in the workplace promotes inclusion, strengthens workforce
Commentary: Many people with mental health challenges face significant barriers to entering and succeeding in the workforce.
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