Matt Mackowiak, chairman of the Travis County Republicans, joins the podcast to discuss his run for RPT chair and the state of the Republican Party in Texas. He shares his concerns about the current state of the party and the need for strong leadership. Matt also raises questions about the moral fitness of Abraham George, the newly elected RPT chair, citing incidents involving domestic disputes and multiple name changes. He emphasizes the importance of unity and fundraising to ensure Republican success in upcoming elections. Matt’s commitment to the party and conservative values shines through in this engaging and informative conversation.

0:27Building Unity in the Republican Party
3:18Compromise and Progress in Political Strategy
3:45Turmoil and Aspirations Within the Texas GOP Leadership
6:50Near Miss of a Trump Endorsement and Political Betrayal
9:11Preventing a Democratic Sweep and Its Consequences
9:55Reflections on Rapid Political Campaigning and Leadership
13:31Assessing Abraham George’s Record of Failure and Morality
14:48Infidelity, Guns, and Church Altercations
18:25Political Name Changes and Hidden Pasts
19:25Questioning a State Chair’s Controversial Past
21:01Political Strategies and Election Reflections
22:49Debating Leadership and Fundraising for Political Success
25:47The Critical Importance of Voter Registration and Election Focus
27:17Political Funding Challenges and Party Dynamics in Texas
29:16Financial Mismanagement and Convention Chaos
30:09Election Integrity and Border Plans in Political Race
30:50Matt Mackowiak Discusses Texas Politics and Community Engagement

•Must Read Texas Newsletter: mustreadtexas.substack.com
•Travis GOP: travisgop.com
•Twitter: @MattMackowiak

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Join hosts Andi Turner and Garrett Fulce as they discuss the upcoming Republican Party of Texas biennial convention. They delve into the proposed rule changes, including making censured candidates ineligible to run again and closing the primary. They also explore the potential consequences and costs of these changes. With six viable candidates running for chair, the convention promises to be full of drama and intrigue. Tune in to stay informed about the latest developments in Texas politics.

0:27Podcast Hosts Discuss Upcoming San Antonio Event Amidst Illness
2:17Texas GOP Convention Sparks Controversy and Legal Questions
4:37Understanding Primary Voting and Party Affiliation in Texas
6:58Closed Primaries, Campaign Strategies, and Voter Engagement
8:27Debating the Merits of Open Primaries in Politics
12:04Financial Woes and Legal Battles in Politics
15:42Irony in Texas GOP’s Stance on Ranked Choice Voting
17:02Debating Choices for Political Leadership Positions
20:47Election Processes Within Senate District Conventions
21:18Gender Rules for Chair and Vice Chair Positions
21:55Deciphering the Senate District Nomination Process
24:10Debate on Delegate Strength Voting and Representation
26:26Convention Dynamics and the Intricacies of Political Processes
28:43Discussing Upcoming Elections and the Importance of Voting
31:21Inadequate Evacuation Routes and Developer Accountability
32:42Podcast Episode Wrap-Up and Upcoming Convention Teaser

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Mitch Little, a nominee for the Texas House, joins the Seeing Red podcast to discuss his personal legislative priorities, such as school choice and the Chinese land bill. He also discusses the challenges of growth and development in his district. The conversation touches on the upcoming Republican Party of Texas convention and the philosophical differences among the candidates for chair.

1:39 New Caucus Proposes Contract With Texans
4:41 Debating Power Distribution in Texas Politics
12:27 Political Process and the Balance of Legislative Goals
15:14 Legislative Dynamics and Leadership in Texas Politics
17:50 Political Shifts and Election Surprises in Texas
20:36 Political Dissonance and the Decision to Run for Office
23:15 Political Campaigns and the Personal Toll of Public Scrutiny
26:41 Legislative Priorities and Constituent Services Discussed
27:54 School Finance Woes and Legislative Expectations
28:59 Balancing Development and Infrastructure in Growing Districts
31:31 Anticipating a Complex RPT Convention
32:58 Predicting Outcomes of RPT Conventions
37:54 Debating School Choice, DEI, and Critical Race Theory
40:49 Deconstructing Truth: Postmodernism and Societal Decay
41:32 Governance and Law Enforcement During Protests in Texas

Links:
Mitch Little's Twitter: x.com/realmitchlittle
Mitch Little Website: https://mitchlittlefortexas.com/
Livestream link for May 15 RPT Forum: https://rptchaircandidateforum.com/

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Opening an examination of the implications of Title IX changes under Biden's administration, Garrett and Andi touch upon Texas' response and the intrinsic balancing act between due process rights and victim protection. They also discuss the recent Texas Voice Article on House Challenger David Lowe, The Texans anniversary, and its interview with Mitch Little, before they wrap with insights into the Texas Republican Party Chair race, pinpointing the underlying divides among factions and the overarching need for fundraising efficiency in the face of upcoming elections.

Links Mentioned
Texas Voice Article: https://www.thetexasvoice.com/hd-91-candidate-lowe-not-eligible-for-re-hire-as-a-peace-officer-by-collin-county-sheriff/
The Texan's Brad Johnson's interview with Mitch Little: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txjOISVCnPM
Livestream link for May 15 RPT Forum: https://rptchaircandidateforum.com/

2:15HD-91 Candidate’s Controversial Employment History Revealed
5:38Unpredictability and Voter Impact in Election Runoffs
7:21Law Enforcement Officer’s Controversial Discharge and Election Runoff
11:58Texas Challenges Biden’s Title IX Revisions
16:58Debating Due Process in College Sexual Assault Cases
21:04Celebrating The Texan’s Journalistic Integrity and Anniversary
22:09Evaluating Mitch Little’s Potential Impact in Politics
26:21Effective Communication in Political Campaigns
29:01Debating the Role of Party Leadership in Primaries
35:27Election Strategies and Fundraising Challenges
39:16Insights on Texas Politics and Beyond

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In this week’s enticing episode of “Seeing Red,” hosts Andi Turner and Garrett Fulce discuss the various Marxist protests happening across the country, focusing on the University of Texas at Austin (UT). The discussion also spans the anticipated unrest at upcoming political conventions and the legal actions around Title IX.

The episode opens with a discussion on UT’s handling of protests related to the Palestine-Israel conflict and the ramifications of student activism on college careers. Andi and Garrett explore the motives, consequences, and roles of institutions during these protests. The conversation shifts toward predictions of left-wing activism’s impact on the Democratic National Convention, all framed within the context of America’s current political climate. The show concludes with thoughts on upcoming political matchups.

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On this episode of Seeing Red, the hosts discuss Joe Biden's impact on women's sports and the controversy surrounding the enforcement of Title IX. They also touch on the removal effort against Travis County District Attorney Garza and the recent Lincoln Reagan dinner in Fort Bend County. The episode concludes with a mention of the new Texas Scorecard Documentary, "Hubris."

0:03:49Potential consequences of allowing male athletes to identify as females
0:07:22The advantage of biological differences in sports
0:10:00Open competition for men’s sports, but not for women’s sports
0:12:12DOJ lawsuit against Sheetz for criminal history check on applications
0:17:26Mention of the Chevron deference and its potential impact on discrimination cases.
0:19:57Early voting and the importance of voting for county appraisal board members.
0:20:33Recap of the Fort Bend Lincoln Reagan dinner.
0:23:21Importance of turning out Republican voters in upcoming elections.
0:24:41Call for stronger party infrastructure and focus on Democrats.
0:25:40Diversity is a good thing when it’s organic.
0:26:12Effort to remove Travis County District Attorney Garza from office.
0:27:34Supreme Court of Texas is likely to opine on the constitutionality of the law.
0:32:12The law is good, but its defense remains uncertain.
0:35:17Discussion on the documentary “Hubris” and its relevance to Texas politics.
0:36:46Acknowledging imperfections in the podcast and fixing intro graphic.
0:38:18Closing remarks and call to action for liking, commenting, and subscribing.

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In this episode of Seeing Red, hosts Garrett Fulce and Andi Turner discuss scandal-plagued former representative Jonathan Stickland’s new businesses and his connection to RPT chair Matt Rinaldi. They also analyze the fundraising numbers for the upcoming Senate race and the potential impact of the DSCC targeting Texas. The hosts also touch on Ken Paxton’s misleading claim of victory at SCOTUS and the challenges of eliminating property taxes in Texas. Lastly, they explore the controversy surrounding a cement plant in Grayson County and its potential impact on the semiconductor industry.

0:01:48 Jonathan Stickland opens new businesses with RPT chair Matt Rinaldi.
0:05:00 Colin Allred raises more funds than Cruz.
0:05:49 Texas is a target for the DSCC.
0:08:21S peaker Johnson faces challenges.
0:12:20 Marco Rubio discusses supporting troops and border issues.
0:17:24 The potential for an October surprise and its influence on the election
0:18:14 Explaining the implications of Trump’s trial and potential reelection
0:20:53 Discussion on the recent Supreme Court and Paxton's claim of victory
0:21:33 Explanation of the case involving property owners affected by flooding
0:25:11 Ken Paxton’s losing streak and lawsuits
0:26:01 Lawsuit against Lina Hidalgo’s Universal Basic Income
0:30:34 Interim charges to study property tax elimination
0:36:45 Property tax appraisal and reform in Texas
0:39:38 Concerns over a cement plant in Grayson County
0:43:41 Opposition to the cement plant due to potential pollution
0:48:52 Call for TCEQ to pause the permitting process for the cement plant
0:50:03 Conclusion and invitation to subscribe to the podcast

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In this episode of the Seeing Red podcast, hosts Andi Turner and Garrett Fulce discuss the current state of Texas politics, including the influx of outside spending in primary races and the financial struggles of the Republican Party of Texas. They also touch on the importance of civility in political discourse and the need for open-mindedness and respectful dialogue. The hosts address the issue of religious discrimination within the party and emphasize the importance of inclusivity and diversity. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the future of Texas politics.

0:02:05 Discuss the significant amount of outside spending in Texas legislative races.
0:06:09 Mention Matt Rinaldi’s lack of fundraising and reliance on big donations.
0:08:37 Express concern over potential losses in down-ballot races and the need for effective voter turnout efforts.
0:09:31 Analyze Trump’s stance on abortion and its potential impact on the election.
0:11:36 Discuss the low voter turnout among young adults and the need for engagement.
0:14:02 Civic duty is a developed habit.
0:15:40 Identity politics dominate the current political landscape.
0:16:48 Disagreements can be productive without being caustic.
0:18:28 Populist movements lack a clear underlying philosophy.
0:20:21 Persuasion requires understanding the other person’s perspective.
0:21:42 Demonstrating the impact of an issue can change perspectives.
0:23:39 Respectful dialogue is crucial, even with differing opinions.
0:25:19 Asking questions to address inconsistencies in persuasion.
0:26:10 Public debates aim to convince the audience, not the opponent.
0:26:57 Former Speaker Strauss confirms conversation about religious prerequisites for leadership.
0:28:30 Separation of church and state and the freedom of religion.
0:31:13 Political party’s freedom to set their own criteria vs. political consequences.
0:34:19 Slow incremental shifts vs. radical changes in governance.

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