As a result of welfare reform and the emphasis on work, Texas has been a leader among the states for moving people off welfare and into the workplace. A July 2006 USA Today article shows the number of families receiving welfare in Texas declined by 68 percent between August 1996 and December 2005.
Economy
Oxford Union Debates: Greg Sindelar on Conservatism and President Trump
Editor’s Note: TPPF CEO Greg Sindelar recently spoke on Conservatism at the Oxford Union. Below are Greg’s prepared remarks. Madam President, honorable members of this House, distinguished opponents Mr. Madrid, Mr. Stephens, Mr. Malcolm, and Mr. Stern, and my colleagues on the Opposition benches: good evening. My opponents tonight have clad themselves in the armor of many of our...
August 21, 2026