Arc of Democracy - Reading between the Lines

Today, we are here at the Judson Robinson Senior Community Center, where environmental justice groups hosted a rare and powerful event: a *Speed Date with Candidates* forum for Texas Congressional District 18 — a district that currently winds around Harris County, where pollution, flood risk, and economic inequality hit hardest. As one of the oldest Master planned communities in East Houston, the...

In this episode, we will begin our conversation by discussing the history of gerrymandering in Texas. Let's first establish a shared understanding of the issue. Gerrymandering refers to the manipulation of electoral district boundaries for political gain, often to favor one party over another or to disadvantage certain racial or ethnic groups. This practice can significantly impact the representat...

By examining the intersection of policy, and environmental justice, this podcast aims to amplify the voices of those who are disproportionately affected through weatherization. Clean air, water and land are on watch because resources are scarce due to the lack of adequate representation that has been repositioned due to redistricting. As we fight for a sustainable future, this podcast will take a...

In this episode, we examine the intersection of politics and social justice in public education, exploring how shifting policy and fractured representation deepen inequities across Houston ISD with educator and Houston Education Association president Michelle Williams. We unpack how withdrawn federal oversight, stalled DOE responses, and mid-decade redistricting have intensified the disenfranchise...