Lauren Ashley Simmons
@LASimmonsTX146
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State Representative HD 146 (Follow @RepLSimmons for official updates)
Houston, TX
Joined December 2018
I could have never imagined how much my life would change after this. But one thing remains true, I’m always going to speak TRUTH to power. Our kids deserve better, our educators deserve better. #TakeBackHISD
Greg Abbott has imitated a hostile takeover of the local school district in Houston, TX — taking control away from the local school board so that it’s now run by the state. Parent and activist Lauren Ashley read the superintendent for FILTH
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As of today, America no longer has a resident press corps at the Pentagon. Here is the statement from the Pentagon Press Association. Please read and share.
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Stop trusting W H O ?!?
RFK Jr to Tucker Carlson: “We need to stop trusting the experts... Trusting the experts is not a feature of science or democracy, it's a feature of religion and totalitarianism.”
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People still live in a fairytale land that privatization delivers scale and expertise when it most typically delivers ruthless cost cutting profit maximization… at scale.
.@BillKingHouston argues that Houston should simply outsource garbage pickup to private contractors who have economies of scale and expertise, potentially saving the city millions while delivering better services. 2/ https://t.co/6ZHhzCXfMk
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A White House watermark on an AI generated meme of someone else’s intellectual property blatantly lying really sums up this administration
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Ready for some sharp political insights and healing power? Jeff Coltin (POLITICO) and Dr. Cristi Bundukamara (Mentally STRONG) join: SHAKE IT OFF WITH MERT & LUCAS, LIVE! Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025 | 7–9 PM (EST) | AM970 Radio Replays streaming everywhere.
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Dear national media: Instead of using photos of LBJ signing the Voting Rights Act, use this one of its bi-partisan reauthorization. It does more to show how far we’ve regressed in a few short years.
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I’m running for governor. For over a decade, Greg Abbott has made it easier for billionaires to profit while hardworking Texans struggle to afford groceries, housing, and healthcare. But together, we can make Texas work for Texans again. Join us: https://t.co/473GFDhYRM
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Today, we honor the life and legacy of D’Angelo a true architect of soul whose music redefined an era. The Human Jukebox remembers his artistry through our performance of “Lady.” Your sound lives forever through every soul you’ve inspired. 🕊️ #HumanJukebox #Dangelo #NeoSoul
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Growing up in the Valley, my grandmother always told me: “No te dejes,” or "fight back." Greg Abbott has been selling out Texans to the highest bidder for the last 12 years. I'm fighting back and running for governor to serve the people, not the corrupt elite.
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⭐ Reminder ⭐ Our Wednesday organizing meeting is tonight! Interested in joining HFT? Already a member of HFT and wanting to get more involved? Come to the union hall tonight from 5:30 - 7:30 PM. RSVP Here: https://t.co/XmaKfVM0hE
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I’m cooked chat…
my latest investigation for @ConsumerReports is based on months of reporting and 60+ lab tests of leading protein supplements we found that most protein powders and shakes have more lead in one serving than our experts say is safe to have in a day — some by more than 10 times !
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🔥 @VicMensa: “I see a lot of you still drinking the kool-aid of racial division… The same motherf**kers running detention centers own private prisons (Core Civic & Geo Group). They maxed out Trump’s campaign, and they’re making billions from this, bruh. Be informed.”
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DC strategist: Don’t jump at every bit of outrage from the left. JD: cool let me defend Hitler praise
This is far worse than anything said in a college group chat, and the guy who said it could become the AG of Virginia. I refuse to join the pearl clutching when powerful people call for political violence.
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Students Need Libraries Houston knows HISD needs Dr. Maria Benzon for District V Trustee!
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Houston's leadership is standing up for us. @AbbieKamin is saying everything we need to hear to meet this moment.
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Starting Oct 13, Texans can apply for free to any public college or university through Oct 19. From HCC, UH & TSU to UT & A&M, save up to hundreds in fees. Apply once through ApplyTexas and shoot your shot—because access to higher education shouldn’t come with a high price tag.
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When Border Patrol in El Paso came to a home on a bad tip, the kid who answered the door asked to put their Rottweiler away before they entered; they made him go get his ID, entered, shot the dog, refused to render aid, and hid the officer who did the shooting
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The Supreme Court will hear a case TOMORROW that could gut a central voting rights protection that safeguards against racial gerrymandering. We’ll be covering it live at 10 AM ET. Follow us on Bluesky @democracydocket.com for real-time updates. https://t.co/vF8uxdsojH
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Houston ISD, we have a problem. Is it… A. A media problem B. A leadership problem Drop your answer in the comments ⬇️ @HoustonISD @GregAbbott_TX @MikeMorath @GoodReasonHou @GHPartnership @HoustonCVPE
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a tale of 2 gerrymanders: in missouri, voters are collecting signatures to hold a statewide vote - they have the power to veto the legislature's new congressional map. in TX, a new survey shows 68% think gerrymandering is a "major problem" - but TX voters don't get to have a say.
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Honored to earn the endorsement of @LASimmonsTX146, Chair of the @txlaborcaucus, and a true fighter for working people across our state. Together, we’re building a movement for us — one rooted in service, accountability, and real results for every Texan.
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