TX Black Progressive Policy Institute
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Black voters have consistently been on the right side of history ever since 1964. We exist to show y'all how to effectively connect with the voters you need most, but reach out to the least. Activation through intention and authenticity! texasprogress.org
CANDIDATES/CAMPAIGN MANAGERS: As you gear up for 2026, it's critical to position early with the most reliable voting demographic: the African American electorate.
If you're not sure how to engage or feel cautious abt getting it right, the TPPI provides practical resources to help you connect. #vote
If you're not sure how to engage or feel cautious abt getting it right, the TPPI provides practical resources to help you connect. #vote
December 26, 2025 at 3:41 PM
CANDIDATES/CAMPAIGN MANAGERS: As you gear up for 2026, it's critical to position early with the most reliable voting demographic: the African American electorate.
If you're not sure how to engage or feel cautious abt getting it right, the TPPI provides practical resources to help you connect. #vote
If you're not sure how to engage or feel cautious abt getting it right, the TPPI provides practical resources to help you connect. #vote
The Blk vote should be EARNED, not expected by candidates running for office. If a candidate running in TX doesn't carry this seal on their campaign lit/website, ask them why? We're holding politicians accountable for outreaching to Blk voters in every election cycle. texasprogress.org/committed
December 24, 2025 at 2:10 AM
The Blk vote should be EARNED, not expected by candidates running for office. If a candidate running in TX doesn't carry this seal on their campaign lit/website, ask them why? We're holding politicians accountable for outreaching to Blk voters in every election cycle. texasprogress.org/committed
Vote. Them. All. OUT.
"Babies in the randomized, controlled trial will or will not receive the vaccine at birth...
"It is a breach of scientific ethics to withhold an intervention that has been proven safe and effective."
www.theguardian.com/society/2025...
"It is a breach of scientific ethics to withhold an intervention that has been proven safe and effective."
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US plan for $1.6m hepatitis B vaccine study in Africa called ‘highly unethical’
Experts decry ‘neocolonialist’ Guinea-Bissau study after Trump administration changed advice for US babies
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December 22, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Vote. Them. All. OUT.
Unpopular Observation: The Problem Statement for grant applications is really the "Tell Us Exactly How to Hurt You" section in disguise.
a man wearing a hat and bow tie is looking at the camera
ALT: a man wearing a hat and bow tie is looking at the camera
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December 20, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Unpopular Observation: The Problem Statement for grant applications is really the "Tell Us Exactly How to Hurt You" section in disguise.
Listen to DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES: WHY NOT EVEN JASMINE CAN SAVE YOU
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Jasmine Crockett already has most of the Black community's enthusiastic support, but that does not mean the rest of the Democratic Party automatically will. This is a 4-alarm-fire alert to every candi...
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December 10, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Listen to DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES: WHY NOT EVEN JASMINE CAN SAVE YOU
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ATTN CANDIDATES AND POLITICIANS: THIS is an example of how to lose your base. Become a member at texasprogress.org/membership today so we can help you navigate your messaging and avoid these self-inflicted fumbles.
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So @joshshapiropa thought that it was a good idea to piss off a key and consistent voting block. Bruh, good luck running for president.
For the life in me I simply don’t understand why white democr...
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December 6, 2025 at 8:42 AM
ATTN CANDIDATES AND POLITICIANS: THIS is an example of how to lose your base. Become a member at texasprogress.org/membership today so we can help you navigate your messaging and avoid these self-inflicted fumbles.
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Hi Cousins! I'm in TX showing progressives that they can energize the Black vote, but it's got to authentic, informed, and rooted in respect for our issues. Here to remind candidates and leaders that Black votes can no longer be taken for granted; they must be EARNED. We're here to show them how.
December 4, 2025 at 7:35 PM
Hi Cousins! I'm in TX showing progressives that they can energize the Black vote, but it's got to authentic, informed, and rooted in respect for our issues. Here to remind candidates and leaders that Black votes can no longer be taken for granted; they must be EARNED. We're here to show them how.
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Texas Republicans are breaking the law — again.
Without any legal authority, the Comptroller removed women and minorities from a state program supporting small businesses.
They're attacking hardworking Texans to destroy the separation of powers.
It's time for new leadership.
Without any legal authority, the Comptroller removed women and minorities from a state program supporting small businesses.
They're attacking hardworking Texans to destroy the separation of powers.
It's time for new leadership.
December 3, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Texas Republicans are breaking the law — again.
Without any legal authority, the Comptroller removed women and minorities from a state program supporting small businesses.
They're attacking hardworking Texans to destroy the separation of powers.
It's time for new leadership.
Without any legal authority, the Comptroller removed women and minorities from a state program supporting small businesses.
They're attacking hardworking Texans to destroy the separation of powers.
It's time for new leadership.
There's a reason why Big Mama advised us never to drive our "good car" to work.
Read my post tomorrow about why having nice things can lead to punishment in the workplace when you're Black.
Dive into the psyche of those who are threatened by seeing Black women THRIVE.
@blactivateTX on Substack
Read my post tomorrow about why having nice things can lead to punishment in the workplace when you're Black.
Dive into the psyche of those who are threatened by seeing Black women THRIVE.
@blactivateTX on Substack
December 3, 2025 at 9:42 PM
There's a reason why Big Mama advised us never to drive our "good car" to work.
Read my post tomorrow about why having nice things can lead to punishment in the workplace when you're Black.
Dive into the psyche of those who are threatened by seeing Black women THRIVE.
@blactivateTX on Substack
Read my post tomorrow about why having nice things can lead to punishment in the workplace when you're Black.
Dive into the psyche of those who are threatened by seeing Black women THRIVE.
@blactivateTX on Substack
Autumn Morrison
Such a thoughtul and intuitive writer. I highly recommend. autumn3000.substack.com?r=6yeppk&utm...
Such a thoughtul and intuitive writer. I highly recommend. autumn3000.substack.com?r=6yeppk&utm...
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In Flight: On the Journey with Joy. Click to read Autumn Morrison, a Substack publication with hundreds of subscribers.
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December 3, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Autumn Morrison
Such a thoughtul and intuitive writer. I highly recommend. autumn3000.substack.com?r=6yeppk&utm...
Such a thoughtul and intuitive writer. I highly recommend. autumn3000.substack.com?r=6yeppk&utm...
< 725K Black men and 825K Black women have been forced out of the workforce since January 2025. That has led to a near 8% unemployment rate--DOUBLE that of the national average. That's 1.6M jobs lost in only 11 months.
Read our comprehensive policy brief here: texasprogress.org/multimedia/#...
Read our comprehensive policy brief here: texasprogress.org/multimedia/#...
MULTIMEDIA FOR THE TPPI for differing learning styles
MULTIMEDIA FOR THE TPPI for differing learning styles include podcasts, flip books, and video explainers designed to inform, educate, and advise.
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December 1, 2025 at 5:56 PM
< 725K Black men and 825K Black women have been forced out of the workforce since January 2025. That has led to a near 8% unemployment rate--DOUBLE that of the national average. That's 1.6M jobs lost in only 11 months.
Read our comprehensive policy brief here: texasprogress.org/multimedia/#...
Read our comprehensive policy brief here: texasprogress.org/multimedia/#...
Excited to share the first episode of our new 80/60/40 Strategy Podcast: What Leaders Get Wrong About African American Engagement and How to Fix It. In this opening conversation, we unpack common misconceptions and explore what effective engagement really requires to fix it. rss.com/podcasts/tpp...
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The 80/60/40 Strategy Podcast gives leaders a clear formula for engaging Black communities with accuracy, cultural fluency, and respect. Built on the Texas Progressive Policy Institute for African Ame...
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November 28, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Excited to share the first episode of our new 80/60/40 Strategy Podcast: What Leaders Get Wrong About African American Engagement and How to Fix It. In this opening conversation, we unpack common misconceptions and explore what effective engagement really requires to fix it. rss.com/podcasts/tpp...
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The TPPI for African American Engagement Podcast gives leaders a practical and honest look at what meaningful engagement with African American communities really requires. Grounded in the work happeni...
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November 27, 2025 at 10:49 PM
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On this day of Thanksgiving, we're grateful to share our first explainer video abt our work and who we serve. If you're a civic/policy leader who understands the importance of engaging Black supporters, you're our people, and this is for you! #movetexasforward #TXelectedoffice youtu.be/Hgb2N39dkGs
A Leader's Guide to Cultural Fluency
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November 27, 2025 at 8:23 PM
On this day of Thanksgiving, we're grateful to share our first explainer video abt our work and who we serve. If you're a civic/policy leader who understands the importance of engaging Black supporters, you're our people, and this is for you! #movetexasforward #TXelectedoffice youtu.be/Hgb2N39dkGs
Wait until Polio makes a comeback. #consequences
"Experts have called the possibility of losing elimination status for measles 'deeply embarrassing' for a wealthy country with the medical resources of the United States..."
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C.D.C. Links Measles Outbreaks in Multiple States for the First Time
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November 19, 2025 at 5:35 PM
Wait until Polio makes a comeback. #consequences
The American Education system is now officially gutted unless SCOTUS steps in. #careertech #workforcedevelopment
#learning #highered #children
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#learning #highered #children
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Trump administration launches plan to dismantle Education Department
The department will shift responsibility for several of its core functions to other federal agencies.
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November 19, 2025 at 3:35 PM
The American Education system is now officially gutted unless SCOTUS steps in. #careertech #workforcedevelopment
#learning #highered #children
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#learning #highered #children
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Paging Wendy Davis. Wendy Davis? Is Wendy Davis in the house? #txgovernor2026
November 17, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Paging Wendy Davis. Wendy Davis? Is Wendy Davis in the house? #txgovernor2026
We're launching a new initiative called SwarmFORWARD, an innovative GOTV program designed to target disaffected African American and young voters throughout Texas.
Please help me by choosing the one you like best. Thanks y'all! #turntxblue #blackvotesmatter #tppi
Please help me by choosing the one you like best. Thanks y'all! #turntxblue #blackvotesmatter #tppi
November 17, 2025 at 1:07 PM
We're launching a new initiative called SwarmFORWARD, an innovative GOTV program designed to target disaffected African American and young voters throughout Texas.
Please help me by choosing the one you like best. Thanks y'all! #turntxblue #blackvotesmatter #tppi
Please help me by choosing the one you like best. Thanks y'all! #turntxblue #blackvotesmatter #tppi
Travis County Democrats installing new precinct chairs at our CEC meeting. As anyone can see, We need more representation. If you live in the metro area and are African American, let's check your precinct for vacancy. If the seat is open, I encourage you to run.
November 17, 2025 at 4:49 AM
Travis County Democrats installing new precinct chairs at our CEC meeting. As anyone can see, We need more representation. If you live in the metro area and are African American, let's check your precinct for vacancy. If the seat is open, I encourage you to run.
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On this day in 1830, North Carolina passed laws that criminalized teaching enslaved Black people to read and that made the repeated dissemination of anti-slavery pamphlets punishable by death.
Nov. 15, 1830 | NC Mandates Death Sentence for Dissemination of Anti-Slavery Pamphlet
Learn more about our history of racial injustice.
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November 15, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On this day in 1830, North Carolina passed laws that criminalized teaching enslaved Black people to read and that made the repeated dissemination of anti-slavery pamphlets punishable by death.
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November 16, 2025 at 10:57 AM
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The TX Progressive Policy Institute for African American Engagement exists to bridge the divide between candidates/politicians and the African American electorate thru research-based analysis, voter engagemnt, and direct support to improve cultural fluency/maximize the power of the Black Vote in TX.
November 16, 2025 at 9:43 AM
The TX Progressive Policy Institute for African American Engagement exists to bridge the divide between candidates/politicians and the African American electorate thru research-based analysis, voter engagemnt, and direct support to improve cultural fluency/maximize the power of the Black Vote in TX.