Let's Talk About Texas
We Dissent20 Sep 2023

Let's Talk About Texas

Alison, Liz, and Rebecca take a deep dive into Texas for a case study in theocratic government. They discuss recent Christian nationalist legislation advancing in the state, the takeover of state institutions by conservative Christian legal groups, and the many state/church battles their organizations have fought in Texas.

Background

Resources

Bills Discussed

  • HB 4949/SB 1396 and SB 19: Would allow a period of prayer and reading of the Bible or other religious text in public schools

  • SB 17: Would have created the right for a public school employee to engage in religious speech or prayer while on duty

  • SB 1515: Would require the display of the Ten Commandments in public schools

  • SB 763: Would allow school districts to employ chaplains to perform the duties of school counselors

Cases



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