Commentary
Will Texas DOGE more spending?
State needs a similar effort to Musk’s federal crusade. This commentary was originally published at The Dallas Morning News here. It is being republished with permission from the author. One of the most amazing political phenomena Americans have seen in ages is…
Texas Spending is Out of Control
Texans know that economic freedom is the foundation of prosperity. Yet, despite Republican control of the Governor’s Office and Legislature since 2003, state and local government spending has grown far too much, burdening taxpayers and stifling even greater economic growth….
Texas: A Leader in Tax Competitiveness, But Room to Improve
Texas ranks 7th in the 2025 State Tax Competitiveness Index, benefiting from its lack of an individual income tax and a competitive unemployment insurance tax system. However, high property taxes, a complex corporate tax system, and excessive government spending, all…
House Speaker Vote Results and Fallout
What it means for conservative-fiscal policy On Saturday, the Texas House Republican Caucus convened in the capitol building to cast their votes for a new Speaker, following Dade Phelan’s withdrawal from the contentious race the day before. As reported by…
The Case Against Dade Phelan (or a Dade 2.0) as House Speaker
As the 89th legislative session quickly approaches following tremendous GOP gains in the 2024 election, Republicans in the Texas State House are divided over leadership. An impending vote this weekend for House Speaker looms like a dark cloud over the…
We Have Much To Be Thankful For This Year
As we gather with loved ones this Thanksgiving and dig into the turkey and dressing, we at Texans for Fiscal Responsibility want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to you—our supporters, advocates, and friends. Your unwavering dedication…
2024 Victory Marks the Beginning of the Fight for Fiscal Sanity
The 2024 election results were a clear victory for fiscal conservatives across Texas (and the country as a whole). With the Republican Party securing expanded majorities in both chambers of the State legislature, a unique opportunity is presented to push…
Here’s How Much Thanksgiving Dinner Will Cost You in 2024, Compared to 5 years Ago
Every year, a survey is released detailing the average cost of Thanksgiving dinner for American families. Volunteers across the country visit their local grocery stores to assess the prices of the common staples found in a “typical Thanksgiving feast,” for…
Tackling Texas’ Housing Affordability Crisis
Texas is at a critical point in addressing its housing affordability crisis. As the property tax burden on Texans is at historic highs, the State’s housing market faces serious challenges that drive up costs and limit access to affordable homes….
Americans Choose Fiscal Sanity
Election Results Promise a More Prosperous Future for All As Tuesday’s election results began pouring in, it became clear that the American people voted to deliver a vicious referendum on the past 4 years of fiscal irresponsibility and government expansion….
Texas Schools and Local Governments Want Even More Money
Election season is finally upon us, and while many are heavily focused on federal and state elections, one of the important issues that will appear on millions of Texan’s ballots are propositions with a direct impact on their pocket book. …
Elon Musk Sounds the Alarm
Massive Government Spending, Out of Control Debt, and Government Inefficiency Abounds Tesla and SpaceX pioneer, and X (formerly Twitter) CEO, Elon Musk, has absorbed himself into the world of political advocacy with his endorsement and vocal support of President Donald…
Texas vs. California: Which Model Works Better?
In the latest economic showdown between Texas and California—the two largest U.S. states by population and economic output—the results are clear: Texas is outpacing California in job creation and overall economic performance. Over the year leading up to September 2024,…
The True Extent of Inflation
The Inflation Toll: Biden/Harris Policies and Texas’ Economic Struggle As Texas grapples with unregulated and irresponsible spending on behalf of state legislators, the economic policies of the Biden/Harris Administration have cast a long shadow over the Lone Star State’s desire…
The Ginn Economic Brief: U.S. Economic Situation-October 2024
Big Government Is Holding America Back America’s federal debt has now skyrocketed past $35 trillion—an increase of $2.3 trillion in just the last fiscal year. Inflation persists, with core prices rising 3.3% over the past year. Meanwhile, government jobs are…