Politically Fit
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Politics affects every aspect of your life. Whether it's the pothole you encounter on the way to work, the extra surcharge on your electricity bill, or your right to pass out water to people in the line to vote. Politics is all around you. Every day. This podcast will help you to be politically fit, provide some behind-the-scenes secrets of what happens behind the doors of power, and how..
Politically Fit
1y ago
In this episode we will discuss what a quorum break is and why there is so much hypocrisy in Texas regarding it.
1. Quorum
2. Hypocrisy (Do as I say not as I do)
3. Funding (defunding the police vs. defunding public education)
4. Voting (Elected Officials have to be present to vote)
5. Republicans vs Democrats (as they break quorum)
6. Crime vs no crime
7. Why is the County Judge race so heated? (money)
Further Your Knowledge:Read: Lines in the Sand: Congressional Redistricting in Texas and the Downfall of Tom DeLayWatch: Watch Whose Vote CountsWear: Gerry
Hosted by Former Texas ..read more
Politically Fit
1y ago
In this episode, we will talk about political campaign signs.
Signs, that read "Tired of Crime? Vote for Republican Judges." This discussion will include why this is a fallacy and why it is being solicited as a possibility to change the levels of crime in Harris County.
We will talk about the Harris County Judicial Races.
Why are people being released on bail?
Can you politick from the pulpit if you are a church that receives a non-profit tax status from the IRS?
Further Your Knowledge:Read: Get Bail, Leave JailWatch: When They See Us Wear: Judge
Hosted by Former Texas State Representati ..read more
Politically Fit
1y ago
In this episode we talk about what vendor bills are and how they cost you money.
Vendor bills are legislation that is filed with either the Texas House or Texas Senate that create a fee in some form or fashion.
This fee might be an added tax or it might be a fee for a parenting class that is mandated in order for you to have your divorce finalized.
We discuss what they look like, how they effect you, and further thoughts for you to consider on the this matter.
Further Your Knowledge:Read: How Money Works Watch: In Debt We TrustWear: Money in Calling
Hosted by Former Texas State Representa ..read more
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1y ago
In this episode we talk about the current talking points from Governor Abbott and other Republican Elected Officials in regards to the total abortion plan. These individuals have offered up the idea of providing diapers and pamphlets in exchange to those seeking abortion.
We discuss:
Alternatives to Abortion News
Diapers
In order to get diapers from charity groups you have to follow the following the guidelines:"
Must have photo ID
Must be receiving Medicaid
Present a Medicaid Award Letter
Attend an in-person appointment
Produce a birth certificate for your child
only 6 months  ..read more
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1y ago
What does the Attorney General of Texas Do?
Duties & Responsibilities
Why was Attorney Ken Paxton indicted?
Seven years in the making.
Why he doesn't want to be served?
Taxpayer funded defense for AG Ken Paxton due to his attempts to overthrow the 2020 election.
Texas does not have enough homes for children in foster care and sends these kids to other states.
Further Your Knowledge:
Read: Holding the Line
Watch: Lincoln
Wear: Garza Style
Hosted by Former Texas State Representative Gina Calanni.
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Politically Fit
1y ago
What does the Attorney General of Texas Do?
Duties & Responsibilities
Why was Attorney Ken Paxton indicted?
Seven years in the making.
Why he doesn't want to be served?
Taxpayer funded defense for AG Ken Paxton due to his attempts to overthrow the 2020 election.
Texas does not have enough homes for children in foster care and sends these kids to other states.
Further Your Knowledge:
Read: Holding the Line
Watch: Lincoln
Wear: Garza Style
Hosted by Former Texas State Representative Gina Calanni.
Support the show ..read more
Politically Fit
1y ago
Join former Texas State Representative Gina Calanni as she guides you on how to be Politically Fit, in a world that wants you to be disengaged and disenfranchised. Get an inside scoop of what happens behind the doors of power and how to use your voice whether you are in the room or not.
Feel politically comfortable discussing issues and understand why your vote matters in every single election every single time
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Politically Fit
1y ago
School Choice Creates Poverty
In this episode we are going to discuss what “school choice” is and how it directly correlates to poverty.
School Choice is about school funding, and the unconstitutional idea of having the "money" follow the student versus the "money" going into the public education system.
We will talk about what happens when you take public school money out of public schools.
It is imperative to understand that public education is not failing because of what is coming out, public education is failing because of what we are putting in.
Let’s “stop the steal” of public educ ..read more
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1y ago
In this episode we will discuss what the midterms are and how you can research the candidates on the ballot.
What are the midterms?
https://www.usa.gov/midterm-state-and-local-elections
https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu/analyses/the-2022-midterm-elections-what-the-historical-data-suggest
Why are they important?
Read more: Abortion Rights
What is on the ballot?
Are you registered to vote?
Why each race matters?
Each race effects your life one way or another
How to research the candidates?
Check out the candidates websites, their endorsements, how much money they have raised and who d ..read more
Politically Fit
1y ago
A fantastic interview with Daniel Lee as we discuss his run for the Texas House of Representatives-District 26.
Bio: Daniel is a lawyer that has been fighting for Texans for over a decade. He brings his experience, education, and legal career to help Texans have a strong and compassionate voice as their Representative. As a proud native Texan, Daniel has been discouraged by the amount of vitriol that has been spewed in both state and national politics. It's time for a voice that cares about everyone, not just big money donors.
Family is at the forefront of every decision he makes. Being rais ..read more