After abandoning their posts and fleeing the state in protest of a new voter integrity law, Texas Democrats are getting increasingly desperate for attention while they hide out in Washington D.C.
You bet we’re recognizing & honoring our country’s heritage. As most Texans, tho, this is what we’re doing tonight—using whatever is accessible, uwashing our clothes in the sink. #txlege https://t.co/HC8uDSnWk5 pic.twitter.com/DoaatSCqmj
— Donna Howard (@DonnaHowardTX) July 16, 2021
So stunning and brave.
Earlier in the week, Representative Gene Wu tweeted a series of food photos in hopes of getting Fox News to notice him.
Here @FoxNews. I made this for you.
— Gene Wu (@GeneforTexas) July 14, 2021
I hope you like it. pic.twitter.com/ssMW0gBS3A
Hey @FoxNews
— Gene Wu (@GeneforTexas) July 15, 2021
Here's my breakfast this morning. Not really feeling like yogurt today.
(I do hope that your viewers don't use it to continue make thousands of homophobic comments that speak so accurately of Republicans.) pic.twitter.com/IQYTur8YC3
The Associated Press has been happy to oblige their self martyrdom.
Democratic lawmakers who fled Texas to block a restrictive voting bill are living a life of scrutiny, stress and secrecy. The state legislators find themselves balancing a punishing schedule and other obligations all under a national spotlight. https://t.co/1A65wSn2eX
— The Associated Press (@AP) July 16, 2021
Meanwhile, Texas Governor Greg Abbott is reminding delinquent Democrats they have work to do and that they are obligated to hardworking taxpayers.
Texas Democrats are stalling property tax relief, funding for retired teachers, & bail reform.
— Greg Abbott (@GregAbbott_TX) July 16, 2021
They have no game plan & their constituents are beginning to notice.
It's time to #getbacktowork. pic.twitter.com/3MzG4sAzFu