Deaths of despair are on the rise in Texas
Commentary: Despite Texas’ sunny economic veneer, something is amiss in the lives of Texans whose state politics also might not be helping.
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Commentary: Despite Texas’ sunny economic veneer, something is amiss in the lives of Texans whose state politics also might not be helping.
Commentary: Any voucher scheme that diverts taxpayer dollars to private schools will have a negative impact on retirees like me.
Commentary: Texas needs to invest in its public schools, not in a school voucher program.
Commentary: San Antonio has a chance to help keep much-needed child care centers open and affordable by voting in favor of Proposition 2.
Commentary: Amid a rise in domestic violence, it’s important to recognize the signs of abuse and know how to help.
Commentary: Dog attacks in our neighborhoods are a dire concern and demand our attention and immediate action.
Commentary: Republican lawmakers attacking DEI programs claim they prioritize racial identity over merit. However, research shows that these programs result in universities with better student learning.
Commentary: After my experience, I understand reproductive justice on another level, and that is why I support the San Antonio Reproductive Fund.
The San Antonio City Charter lists many areas in which city government action is warranted, but nowhere does it reference allocating money for out-of-state travel for abortion.
Commentary: San Antonio’s Reproductive Justice Fund will create access points to vital reproductive health resources and services at a time of critical need.
Commentary: Two immunologists weigh in on how the new vaccines might stand up against the latest COVID-19 variants.
Commentary: By keeping more of its revenue, CPS Energy can prepare for extreme weather and avoid increasing rates for customers.
Commentary: Postsecondary educational attainment of U.S. Hispanics 25-29 years old lags behind that of the general population.
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