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On its website, Progress Texas describes itself as a "nonprofit communications hub that educates the public about politicians, policies and organizations that have a direct impact on the everyday lives of Texans." Its mission, according to the website, is "to provide a strong, credible and enduring progressive voice that will ensure more inclusive, just and sustainable policies for Texas."

Recent statements involving Progress Texas

Says a voter-adopted constitutional amendment "instructed" a state board headed by Jerry Patterson to put $300 million in investment earnings into a fund supporting public school operations.  

Says a portfolio managed by the Texas General Land Office earned 22 percent last year while the state’s emergency reserve account experienced a 1 percent gain.  

Without U.S. Senate action, Texas will have more federal judicial vacancies this year than any other state.

"The Confederate battle flag never flew over Texas, but... you might soon see it on our license plates."

"Rick Perry ended full-day Pre-K for 100,000 Texas children."

Recent stories featuring Progress Texas

A $300 million fact check:

As lawmakers convened, a state board authorized the release of millions of dollars for public schools--reminding us of a pair of relevant fact checks.

Reader: Maybe rename PolitiFact the Opinion-O-Meter?:

When readers find us off our rockers, they let us know. Here’s to another dip in the mailbag.
 

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