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< Previouswww.TerryLowry.com May 2022 8 Fighting For Your Freedoms and Liberties GUEST EDITORIAL By Ken Paxton Since Joe Biden took office, Texas has been at the front- lines of the battle against his administration’s attempts to squash our freedoms and his refusal to enforce our laws. His lawless agenda has caused a com- plete and utter crisis on our border, and he’s repeatedly targeted our conservative values and principles with his Big Government mandates and radical policies. Enormously High Stakes The stakes are enormously high. That’s why as your Attorney General, I have fought every day to protect the Lone Star State from Joe Biden’s dangerous actions and rampant government overreach – and I’m proud of our results on your behalf. With your support, my office has earned victories against Joe Biden and his far-Left administration that have made waves across the country – leading the way for the conservative movement. We’ve sued Joe Biden at least 25 times and we’ve won more than 90% of our cases in defense of Texas and our conservative values. No Need to Change the Leader This is no time for an Attorney General who lacks the experience and the reverence for our America-First, Conservative Texas values. To secure our border, we’ve won an injunction against Biden’s freeze on all deportations, a victory that forced Joe Biden to reinstate the successful "Remain-in- Mexico" program securing a major blow against the unconstitutional Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program – and that’s just the beginning. Defending the Heartbeat Bill Was a Priority I’m proud of our efforts to successfully defend Texas' heartbeat bill to protect the unborn, a cause that is per- sonal for me. I’ve taken action to protect our children from abuse, fought to protect our Second Amendment rights, and secured crucial victories against Big Tech tyranny and deceitful business practices that have ensured Texans' privacy and security. I’ll never stop fighting for the causes that matter most to conservatives. Standing Against Government Mandates As Joe Biden pushed Big Government mask and vaccine mandates that forced Texans to choose between their jobs and their health, I successfully defended the livelihoods and individual liberties of countless Texans by earning critical victories against these burdensome and blatantly un-American mandates. I’ll always stand to protect our rights against a rogue administration that seeks to limit our freedoms. Election Integrity a Must Free, fair, and honest elections are the bedrock of our Democracy, and in Texas, we take our election process and election integrity seriously. That’s why I have made combating voter fraud a top priority, and I’m deeply committed to fighting for election integrity in Texas every step of the way. I’ll continue to do everything in my power to ensure that our elections are safe and secure. President Trump Stands with Ken Paxton Donald Trump knows that Texans can count on me to continue leading the way in the fight against the radical Left and their lawless agenda. That's why I earned President Trump's complete and total endorsement. Join with Ken Paxton: The Conservative Choice I’m a Conservative because I believe in keeping the heavy hand of government at bay. I believe the govern- ment should be limited to its core functions and then perform those core functions well so Texas remains the envy of our nation. I’d be honored if those of you who share these critical values supported my campaign on May 24th. Ken Paxton9 May 2022 www.TerryLowry.com www.TerryLowry.com May 2022 10 Why Dawn Buckingham GUEST EDITORIAL By Dr. Dawn Buckingham My name is Dr. Dawn Buckingham and as the only proven Conserva- tive in the race, I’m running to serve as your next Texas Land Commissioner. My family has called Texas home for seven gen- erations. I’m a wife, a mom, a practicing oculoplastic surgeon, a lifelong conservative Republican, and a Texas State Senator currently representing District 24. President Trump Stands with Dawn Buckingham As one of Donald Trump’s earliest supporters in Texas, I am so proud to earn his endorsement in this race for Texas Land Commissioner. President Trump led a grassroots awakening in our nation and singlehandedly reshaped the political landscape like no president before him. I am hon- ored that he recognized that I will fight just as hard as he has for Texas and our people. The Border – Election Integrity – 2nd Amendment Rights As a member of the Texas Senate, I’ve worked to secure our border, passed sweeping election security legislation, banned the teaching of Critical Race Theory in our schools, championed our Second Amendment rights, and protected the unborn through landmark legislation like the Heartbeat Bill. No State Income Tax I’ve also led the fight to enshrine a total ban on a state income tax in our Texas Constitution and defended our history by authoring legislation to protect the Alamo Cenotaph and other historical monuments.To help those impacted by Hurricane Harvey, I led on dedicating state money for major flood mitigation projects. Attacked for Opposing Obamacare When President Obama radically transformed our American health care system, I used my platform as a physician to speak out against the dangers of socialized medicine. Not long after, I came under an organized attack from the federal government in the form of numerous, baseless audits into the care I provided my patients. Democrats are well-versed in intimidation tactics, but they didn’t know who they were messing with. I Fight Because of the Radical Left That experience changed me. It showed me the ugly nature of a government as big as ours and how dangerous it can be to regular citizens. The radical left pushed me onto the battlefield, and they have regretted it ever since. Taking Care of Veterans Is My Priority Whether it’s the violent chaos on the Mexican Border, the fight over our Texas history and monuments, the after- math and recovery from major storms, or keeping our promise to care for our veterans, the Land Commissioner is the tip of the spear for the most important fights facing our state. I Will Standing In the Gap As our next Texas Land Commissioner, I’ll use every tool at my disposal to stop the disaster unfolding on our southern border and finish building the Border Wall on all lands controlled by the state of Texas. I’ll preserve Texas monuments like the Alamo and defend our proud Texas history from being “cancelled” by liberal activists. When a natural disaster strikes, I’ll be there every step of the way to help pick up the pieces and get life back to normal as quickly as possible. Finally, I’ll make certain that our brave veterans are able to receive the resources, recognition, and respect they deserve. Please Vote for Dawn Buckingham I’m Dawn Buckingham, and I am asking for your vote to serve as your next Texas Land Commissioner Dr. Dawn Buckingham11 May 2022 www.TerryLowry.com www.TerryLowry.com May 2022 12 A Clear Choice in Railroad Commission Runoff GUEST EDITORIAL By Commissioner Wayne Christian When it comes to energy, our nation is at a cross- roads. Will we continue down the path of liberal Democrats and President Joe Biden who want to transition away from cheap and reliable oil and gas? Or will we restore American energy domi- nance? Trump: Net Exporter of Energy Under former President Donald Trump, the United States became a net exporter of energy in 2019 for the first time in 67 years, surpassing Saudi Arabia and Russia to become the largest producer of oil and natural gas in the world. This brought affordable energy and boosted national security. Our country achieved this by empowering domestic oil and gas producers. Energy Security Is National Security Energy security is national security. Nowhere is this demonstrated more clearly than the European Union, which relies on Russia for almost half of its natural gas supply and Chinese renewables for roughly another fifth of their energy. Europe has painted themselves into an energy-dependent corner and jeopardized their national security as a result. It doesn’t have to be this way. Texas Is the Nation’s Largest Producer Texas is the nation’s largest producer of oil and gas, and if it were a country, it would be the third-largest natural gas producer in the world. The Lone Star State is crucial for meeting U.S. energy needs, as well as supplementing our allies’ supplies. More Regulations Not Needed My opponent in the runoff, Sarah Stogner, has advocated for increasing regulations on oil and gas producers, tweeting in June they can “pass the cost along like every other industry.” When pressed further about how it would impact the bottom line of the oil and gas industry, she replied: “How do they do it in Colorado? New Mexico? Other places have more stringent regulations and seem to do just fine.” Companies Investing in Texas I regularly hear from companies that operate in multiple states. A big reason they are investing and expanding operations in Texas and not in Democratic-run states such as New Mexico and Colorado is due to excessive regulations elsewhere. When you over-regulate something, you get less of it. Stogner Believes More Regulations are Needed With the highest gas prices in years and war in Europe, does Stogner really think we need more regulations that will further increase the price at the pump for struggling Texas families? The American consumer is already suffering from record inflation and the last thing we need is higher energy prices “passed along.” Key Endorsements for Wayne Christian I have been endorsed by the Texas Oil & Gas Association, Texas Alliance of Energy Producers, and Conservative watchdog groups because I have a proven record of opposing frivolous regulations, standing strong for free markets, and fighting to ensure low-cost, reliable energy for my constituents. Choice is Clear: Christian or a Liberal Lawyer Republicans have a clear choice in this runoff. They can support a Conservative, pro-oil-and-gas businessman OR a liberal lawyer that will increase regulations on our energy sector and undermine and embarrass the Republican Party with her pro-choice and anti-Second Amendment positions. Vote for Wayne Christian I would appreciate your vote in the runoff! Just remember to vote for the ONLY CHRISTIAN (by name) on the ballot! Wayne Christian13 May 2022 www.TerryLowry.com www.TerryLowry.com May 2022 14 Voting is a Privilege GUEST EDITORIAL By Nate Schatzline Candidate for Texas House of Representatives in District 93 It is a privilege and honor to live in the United States of America - the greatest country that has ever existed on earth. America is great for many reasons, but no reason would still be relevant today had it not been for the establishment of this Constitutional Republic that is our government. Our forefathers had the wisdom to establish a government body that was of the people, by the people, and for the people. It is for this reason that America remains great. As Americans, we must recognize the privilege we have to take part in such a government. There are many ways to take part, but the most basic and most important is voting. We have the duty and the privilege to vote, and we should vote every time the ballot boxes are open. A Battle Rages On Knowing who you are voting for is just as impor- tant as casting a vote. There is a battle within the Republican Party right now. On one side, there are true Conservatives who will stand for their values and never bend a knee. Establishment politicians stand on the other side – those who will tell you anything you want to hear to earn your vote and then do whatever they can in office to earn them money and influence. True Conservatives know True Leaders Now more than ever, it is imperative to cast your vote to keep establishment politicians out of office. These people are the reason we have a dif- ficult time overcoming the liberal agendas that are coming for our children, families, businesses, and country. They continuously bow a knee to the liberal agenda, all the while convincing their Conservative constituents that they are fighting for their best interests. It is for these reasons that true Conservative lead- ers such as Tim O’Hare, State Representative Matt Krause, and Tarrant County Sheriff Bill Waybourn have endorsed me. They know that I will never bow my knee to the evil leftist agenda coming against our families and country. Use your vote to stand with these amazing men and say NO MORE to liberal agendas and fake Conservatives! Vote for Family, Faith, and Freedom On Election Day, May 24th, please perform your duty to your country and vote in the Municipal and Runoff Elections. Invite your friends to the polls with you. Spread the word to your neighbors and co-workers. Encourage them to vote for true Conservatives like me who will fight for your freedoms, your families, and your Conservative values in office. My name is Nate Schatzline, candidate for Texas House of Representatives in District 93. I would be humbled and honored to have your vote on May 24th. Nate Schatzline 15 May 2022 www.TerryLowry.com Stop the Cycle of Intimate Partner Violence GUEST EDITORIAL By Brad Clark Candidate for County Criminal Court No. 5, Tarrant County In Tarrant County, Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) is the third most frequently occur- ring crime. County Criminal Court No. 5 is currently Tarrant County’s only dedicat- ed IPV court. These crimes present unique issues for the citizens of Tarrant County. Defendants, victims, and their children often continue to reside in the same home environment as the offender for various reasons, even though the risk fac- tors that led to IPV are still present. Prominent risk factors in IPV cases are substance abuse, mental health issues, and learned behavior of deal- ing with conflict through physical violence. Left unaddressed, these and other risk factors can lead to continued violence in the home, whether report- ed or not. A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing In the 1990s, for 16 months, County Criminal Court No. 5 was presided over by my opponent, who was an admitted Democrat at the time. Records obtained from the Tarrant County Clerk’s office show that her docket was the least efficient in Tarrant County by a wide margin. My opponent was ineffective at managing the docket and per- sonnel, causing a backlog of IPV cases and result- ing in the practical denial of justice and a waste of taxpayer dollars. A judge’s refusal or inability to efficiently admin- ister the court’s docket can lead to tragic results. Those involved in an IPV case, whether the person charged, the victim, or children who are often wit- nesses, should be allowed to resolve the case swift- ly and justly. Fortunately for the citizens of Tarrant County, in her bid for a second term, my opponent was resoundingly defeated by the Republican candi- date. Experience Matters After 24 years of outstanding service presiding over this court, the Republican incumbent is retiring. As a prosecutor in the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s office, I had the honor of being recruited for the Tarrant County Criminal District Attorney’s Office’s first Family Violence Prosecution Team. I am also one of the original members of Tarrant County’s award-winning Mental Health Court Program. Since its inception nearly two decades ago, I have served our community in that role. My cumulative experience of more than 30 years in criminal law has prepared me to serve as your judge in County Criminal Court No. 5. I am committed to breaking the cycle of Intimate Partner Violence in Tarrant County. My name is Brad Clark. As a life-long Conservative Republican, I would be honored to have your vote in the May 24th Republican Primary Runoff. Brad ClarkDavid Lowe’s Numerous Lies Rebutted GUEST EDITORIAL By State Representative Steve Toth I had no intention of getting involved in this Primar y. F rankl y , as a State Representative from Montgomery County, there is no upside in doing so. However, when I saw the flat-out lies about me and Representative Stephanie Klick concerning our joint efforts to ban gender modification in children, I felt compelled to call out her opponent, David Lowe, for his dishonesty. As a pastor I’ve done family counseling for thirty years and see an alarming rise in the number of kids confused about their gender. Gender modification surgery is life altering, irreversible, and has a high incidence of devastating effects including suicide. As I sought Legislative remedies, Stephanie Klick’s background as a Registered Nurse and longtime Conservative activist was critical as Chair of the Public Health Committee. Joining Together for One Cause Representative Matt Krause and I had different bills. As part of a strategy to increase our chances of success, Stephanie encouraged us to unite our efforts. In the end, Matt’s bill was the better version and we worked together. Dr. Tom Oliverson (another Conservative Republican), Matt, Stephanie, and I met on the floor often to talk about strategies for success. There were enormous headwinds from liberal Democrats and even some moderate Republicans, but Representative Klick moved the bill as fast as she could. She was our ally and advocate. She not only took the unprecedented move of voting out the bill within 24 hours of a hearing, she also took the initiative to bring in additional outside counsel to ensure passage. Any blame for this bill not passing into law does not lie with Stephanie. She passed the bill out of her committee on April 15, with plenty of time left in the Session. In fact, that very same day, she passed out the landmark Heartbeat Act and the “trigger” bill that will ban abortion if Roe v Wade is overturned. Both of those bills became law. Major Endorsement for Stephanie Klick Trafficking in untruths seems to be a pattern with David Lowe. Former State Representative Rodney Anderson has stated that, as Chair of the Dallas County Republican Party, he was forced to confront David Lowe for spreading lies and false information. Texas Values Action President Jonathan Saenz has publicly called out David Lowe for lying about Stephanie’s record. Jonathan is on the front lines in many of the battles we wage in Austin. He was actively engaged in this fight and personally witnessed Representative Klick’s work in support of this effort and has strongly endorsed her. Respected former State Representative Bill Zedler of Tarrant County has also condemned Lowe, stating: “These false allegations against Stephanie Klick are not supported by the evidence.” Can You Trust Steve Toth? Having passed the bill to ban Critical Race Theory, this bill is now my top priority. I will author the bill again next Session, and I am confident that Stephanie Klick will be on our side every step of the way. Our best chance of success is to return her to Austin to help lead this fight to save babies and restore family values in Texas. An ordained minister, Representative Steve Toth served as a family life pastor at Fellowship of The Woodlands (now known as The Woodlands Church) and teaching elder at WoodsEdge Community Church. He serves as State Representative for HD 15 in Montgomery County. Out of Texas’ 150 state representatives, Toth has the third most Conservative voting record (based on a 2021 Rice University Study). www.TerryLowry.com May 2022 16 Steve Toth EARL Y VOTING HOURS MAY SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI SAT 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 MAY 24 25 26 27 28 Election Day Log onto TerryLowry.com for times & locations. Go Vote For Me! Here’s My ID… GUEST EDITORIAL By Johnny Teague Have you ever given your ID to a stranger and said, “Go vote in my place”? You say, “I would never do that!” When Someone Votes and You Don’t Actually. you do, when you don’t vote. By not voting in each election, you are saying to strangers: “You go and determine how much freedom you want me to have. You go and determine what my kids will be taught in school. You go and define what marriage should be. You decide if we should do away with borders. You make the decision on how much I should pay in taxes for my home. You pick the representatives who will tell me what vehicle I can drive.” The Ungodly are Winning Have you noticed that what is going on in our nation is completely against what the major- ity wants? Why is that? Because the very few are making so much noise that the highest levels of government are responding to appease them. Are we too silent? Part of that noise is at the ballot box. The old saying, “the squeaky wheel gets the grease” comes to mind. Vote in the Runoff Too many of us are so busy working and living our lives that we don’t take the time to make our voices heard in the halls of government. The result is we are getting laws that are working against us. Our freedoms are being eroded and overtly taken away. Be Aware It’s like kids playing in the ocean, having so much fun they fail to notice that the waves have pushed them farther and farther out to sea where it is not safe. Finally, they look up and they are in danger. They didn’t keep their attention both on what they were doing and what was going on around them. Be Informed and Go Vote I believe that we as Conservatives who love this nation have kept our heads down, tended to our families and our jobs, letting others tend to the affairs of governance around us. America is far away from truth, righteous- ness, and freedom. We have let others tend to the affairs of the state. Governing is our job! We live in a Constitutional Republic where the people govern themselves. This can be no truer than in the upcoming Runoff Election, the semi-finals of who will represent us at every level of decision-making. Complete the ballot and go vote, taking others with you. Please Don’t Let the Few Decide Your Fate Voting is you making decisions for yourself. Please do not surrender your God-given right to anyone. Johnny TeagueNext >