The Tides of Tarrant
In Texas’ key swing county, Democratic commissioner Alisa Simmons is turning to voters to oust the arch-conservative county judge.
Christian nationalism
Does Taylor Rehmet’s Victory Foreshadow an Anti-MAGA Wave?
As the dust settles, Texas Dems and Republicans weigh the lessons from the shock upset in Senate District 9.
Could This State Senate Runoff Be a Tipping Point for Tarrant County?
The special election in Senate District 9 pits “people power” against mountains of conservative cash and the rising influence of Christian nationalism.
In Tarrant County, a Grassroots Coalition Pushes Back on Christian Nationalists
The GOP's recent redistricting of the county commissioners court has galvanized progressive organizers heading into 2026.
How Trump’s IRS May Unshackle Churches from Their Political Restraints
As if everyday life in these United States wasn’t politicized enough, your local house of worship could soon become a part of the campaign battlefield.
ICE Agents in Churches ‘Does Not Bode Well for the Future of Religion’ in America
“They’re de facto endorsing government interference with the church—the very government interference with the church that they've complained about in the past.”
The ‘Remnant Alliance’ Is Coming for a School Board Near You
A new coalition of Christian nationalist groups is mobilizing congregations to take over Texas school boards.
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These Are the Right-Wing Ideologues Taking Over School Boards
Conservative consultants and PACs are turning Texas school boards into partisan battlegrounds.
Charlatans, False Prophets and Flimflammers
A veteran NPR reporter tells all about his misadventures covering religion in America.
Loon Star State: Republican Education
The little Christofascists grow up so fast.