Texas government giving millions to anti-abortion groups with little accountability

[@LoCoLorHay]

The audacity of SAYING that your are "Pro-Life" yet REFUSING to put Taxpayer $$$ towards what YOU keep telling EVERYONE that you are for. Instead the Abbott administration would rather squander those funds on USELESS pregnancy crisis centers. Disgusting.

[@veramae4098]

I find the best tactic is to praise them, then "innocently" ask how many unwanted kids they've adopted, or fostered?

[@kgizzles]

Facts!

[@waynecmontgomery]

Look at where Texas ranks in education are we shocked?

[@thehobbyisttries]

Google texas vs the world "If Texas were a country, it would be the eighth-largest economy in the world, ahead of Canada and even Russia. In 2022, Texas' gross domestic product (GDP) - the total market value of all finished goods and services - totaled $2.4 trillion."

[@waynecmontgomery]

@@thehobbyisttries Texas also leads the country in teen pregnancy and snap benefits

[@thehobbyisttries]

@@waynecmontgomery based on what you said about the education, I am not surprised about the pregnancies. Good thing they are feeding those who cannot feed themselves.

[@koolaidpurple]

All federal funding should be taken from Texas

[@spankyssurprise1361]

Why?

[@koolaidpurple]

@@spankyssurprise1361 why not ?

[@spankyssurprise1361]

@@koolaidpurple You proposed this scenario so back it up....why?

[@spankyssurprise1361]

@@koolaidpurple So nothing? Shocker.

[@PuaOlena-fj9oc]

@@spankyssurprise1361. Because they were using your tax money for personal vacations, a motorcycle, and a smoke shop

[@gm7304]

Babies having babies😮I'm 58 and never had children and this is freaking me out.

[@gm7304]

@@Dfgbuiiyyyybb No Thanx I don't like smart mouth teens.

[@Chulitatr]

Alito said that the reason for overturning Roe is: There's a decline in domestic babies for adoption. We're NOT their incubators for their sale of babies. ROEVEMBER 2024 AND BEYOND. 🌊🌊🗽

[@annmarieknapp]

Defund Texas. I don't want my money going to such a sick place. I'm staunchly pro-choice like most Americans are.

[@thehobbyisttries]

you say "most" but you are severely misinformed because not even most Americans vote. 40% vote most of the time and that means you are on the high end of a low end so... get real

[@kenofken9458]

Now the Christian Taliban has a draw on tax money.

[@silversweet9211]

Yea Abbott and Paxton are doing a bang up job for their state.

[@Chulitatr]

They're destroying Texas and the people love it. Smfh

[@newtrollaccount384]

That's why they can't afford a reliable power grid.

[@thehobbyisttries]

look it up: "If Texas were a country, it would be the eighth-largest economy in the world, ahead of Canada and even Russia. In 2022, Texas' gross domestic product (GDP) - the total market value of all finished goods and services - totaled $2.4 trillion."

[@megemart0828]

@@thehobbyisttriesthen they should be able to afford a better power grid. Every time they have a weather event people are dying because of corruption and apathy. Are you proud they don’t care about their constituents?

[@jamiegallier2106]

This is ridiculous. Texas is ridiculous. It doesn’t feel safe here anymore.

[@ohkay7418]

Don't they have a power grid that keeps going down

[@thehobbyisttries]

in case you were cherry picking, I did a lil google: "If Texas were a country, it would be the eighth-largest economy in the world, ahead of Canada and even Russia. In 2022, Texas' gross domestic product (GDP) - the total market value of all finished goods and services - totaled $2.4 trillion."

[@newtrollaccount384]

$3 M worth of pamphlets. 💸💸💸

[@Katsr-d6d]

What about unwed mothers homes after parents kick them out for being pregnant? Who is helping them?

[@spankyssurprise1361]

@@Katsr-d6d They should help themselves by not getting pregnant before marriage...a recipe for poverty and misery.

[@Katsr-d6d]

@@spankyssurprise1361 aren’t you a good Christian? What would Jesus say?

[@spankyssurprise1361]

@@Katsr-d6d Not religious...so I have no idea and I stand by my comment.

[@johnbrowneyes7534]

So where is the money going?

[@johnpaulwebb3440]

Fallow the money. Politicians repay political donations with taxpayers' money.

[@heathergittings1191]

There are some states that ppl will REFUSE to live in. I hope those states that pull stunts like this continue to decline and ‘rust’ away. It’s called the rust belt for a reason.

[@spankyssurprise1361]

@@heathergittings1191 Yeah that reason is because our Government's policies killed the industry's in that region. Now everything is made overseas.

[@thehobbyisttries]

what do you mean? please speak plainly.

[@franceszetts6874]

SHAME ON TEXAS

[@newtrollaccount384]

When are the seceding from the union?

[@williams8953]

Cruel ted cruz ,let's keep voting for him😮

[@WiseOldTales]

And Ken Paxton and Greg Abbott.

[@Amused-px6cr]

Meanwhile ELECTRICITY😂

[@newtrollaccount384]

Abortion is illegal in Texas. What more needs to be spent on anti abortion efforts? There are already programs like Section 8, SNAP and WIC.

[@RevLeigh55]

😡🤬😡🤬😡🤬 Fascists!!!!!

[@thehobbyisttries]

isn't it ironic coming from you lol

[@rebeccarittenhouse2203]

That girl looked soooo young.

[@nellatara]

Follow the money….

[@Jedgar86]

It is evident that Texas needs to establish a payment plan for individuals with outstanding tickets for misdemeanor violations. This plan should give people a chance to get back on their own feet without the added burden of financial strains. While it is believed that such a plan already exists, it seems to only benefit a select group of people. Many individuals, like myself, who do not have any felonies and are trying to turn their lives around, are still struggling to get their driver's license renewed due to unpaid fines since 2015. I take full responsibility for my mistakes and understand that I owe the state of Texas. I am not asking for a handout, but simply seeking assistance in paying off my fines in a fair manner that would allow me to drive legally to work. It is a tough time for all of us, and my only hope is to be able to fulfill my responsibilities as a law-abiding citizen without the constant fear of breaking the law. As someone who has been sober for two years and has graduated from a recovery program, I am determined to make things right and contribute positively to society. All I ask for is a chance to do so through a reasonable payment plan. Texas needs to implement a payment plan for individuals with outstanding tickets for misdemeanor violations. This plan would allow people to have a chance to get back on their own feet and pay off their fines in a manageable way. Many individuals who receive tickets for misdemeanor offenses may struggle financially and face difficulties in paying off their fines all at once. This can lead to a cycle of debt and potentially further legal consequences. By offering a payment plan, individuals would have the opportunity to pay off their fines gradually, making it more feasible for them to fulfill their legal obligations. This would also alleviate some of the burden on the court system, as it could potentially reduce the number of warrants issued for unpaid fines. Overall, implementing a payment plan for misdemeanor violations in Texas would not only provide a fair and reasonable solution for individuals with outstanding tickets, but also benefit the community as a whole. Texas has a responsibility to its citizens to provide a fair and accessible avenue for resolving outstanding misdemeanor violations. Many individuals in the state struggle with financial difficulties and may be unable to pay their tickets in full. This can lead to further legal consequences and create a cycle of debt and criminalization. Therefore, it is imperative that Texas implements a payment plan option for those with outstanding tickets for misdemeanor violations. This would give individuals the opportunity to pay off their fines in manageable installments, allowing them to get back on their own feet and avoid further legal troubles. It would also ensure that the state is not unfairly punishing those who cannot afford to pay their tickets immediately. By providing a payment plan, Texas can promote fairness and equity in its justice system and help individuals move towards financial stability. It is crucial for the state to prioritize the well-being of its citizens and facilitate opportunities for them to resolve legal issues without being burdened by financial strain. A payment plan for misdemeanor violations would greatly benefit both the individuals and the state, promoting a more just and compassionate approach to addressing outstanding tickets.