Alamo Anthem
Season 1
Texas Propositions Pt 2
Texas Propositions Pt 1
Bonus Episode - Homeschooling
Vouchers, Airports, and 'Banned' Books
by Alamo Anthem
This is part 2 of a two part episode covering propositions on the Texas ballot which propose amendments to the Texas state constitution. We also talk about the Blue Santa scandal in Hondo, and philosophize about the proper role of government.Medina County Texas Elections Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=medina%20county%2C%20texas%20elections%20officeMedina County Texas Elections website:https://www.medinacountytexas.org/page/medina.Elections?fbclid=IwAR2LrZSO6b-C0bG8iL9NarLWIrQPeQXSHgNrVozp8XpL0rPWvDnyOlV5AZETexas Ballots for Medina County:https://www.medinacountytexas.org/upload/page/6805/2023%20November%20Election/Sample%20Ballots/1B.pdf
This is the first part of a two part episode covering propositions on the Texas ballot which propose amendments to the Texas state constitution. We also reveal our ignorance to pop culture and, of course, something from the Next Door app.Cody Traylor - Dakota Diesel: 830-423-2330 Medina County Texas Elections Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=medina%20county%2C%20texas%20elections%20office Medina County Texas Elections website: https://www.medinacountytexas.org/page/medina.Elections?fbclid=IwAR2LrZSO6b-C0bG8iL9NarLWIrQPeQXSHgNrVozp8XpL0rPWvDnyOlV5AZE Texas Ballots for Medina County: https://www.medinacountytexas.org/upload/page/6805/2023%20November%20Election/Sample%20Ballots/1B.pdf
Short discussion of our experience and insights about homeschooling, which was cut from episode 2. Robinson Curriculum: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxttUg4P1u4
In this episode we talk about the special legislative session Gov. Abbott has called to pass school choice reform and school vouchers. We also question why small towns always seem to own golf courses and airports and also illuminate what is really going on with Banned Books Week. Property taxes also came up, but this time we talk a little about foreclosure (tax) sales. Medina County Taxpayer Advocates: www.mctaxpayeradvocates.org
In this episode we discuss the suspicious timing of road repairs after a hard year of increased property taxation and right before a relevant election. Meanwhile county officials vote to treat themselves with salary bonuses from an excess of tax revenue. Some other topics discussed include the border crisis at Eagle Pass, public education (government schools), education alternatives, and more! Fohn, R. (2023). Repairs all over city moving forward. Hondo Anvil Herald, 137(36), 1. Perkins, L. (n.d.). Green Light Given to Supplement Salaries of Employees In Several County Offices. Hondo Anvil Herald. Alternative education option referenced in Natalia, TX: www.vfdlearning.com