Episode Details

Veteran Texas lawmaker Donna Howard (D-Austin) joins host Brad Swail for an unfiltered conversation on the Texas Talks podcast. Representing House District 48 since 2006, Rep. Howard opens up about her decades of legislative experience, the political transformation of Austin, the state’s unsustainable budget tactics, and her deep concerns over school vouchers and underfunded public education. She also weighs in on the 89th Texas Legislature, the upcoming special session, and redistricting rumors. This is a grounded, thoughtful discussion on what real leadership looks like in an era of performative politics. Watch Full-Length Interviews: https://www.youtube.com/@TexasTalks   Follow us on social media X: @Texas_Dispatch Instagram: thetexasdispatch LinkedIn: The Texas Dispatch TikTok: texas_talks_podcast   Find more at The Texas Dispatch Your source for state news, policy, and investigative journalism. https://thetexasdispatch.com