An Uprising in the Texas Legislature
As we wait to find out whether the Texas Republican Party is going to pull a fast one and push through a vote against their own rules, here’s an open thread to continue the discussion…
Sen. Jane Nelson says her “heart is breaking” and she is ashamed of the display by #SB5 opponents. #txlege “I’m sad for the state.”
— Texas Tribune (@TexasTribune) June 26, 2013
BREAKING: Republicans pass new restrictions expected to close almost every abortion clinic in Texas.
— The Associated Press (@AP) June 26, 2013
NOW: Thousands flood Texas capitol rotunda chanting “hell no we won’t go!” #txlege - @joethepleb pic.twitter.com/AKJsm6WnAL
— NewsBreaker (@NewsBreaker) June 26, 2013
Thanks to the powerful voices of thousands of Texans, #SB5 is dead. An incredible victory for Texas women and those who love them.
— Wendy Davis (@WendyDavisTexas) June 26, 2013