Black ppl are tired of being ignored but our votes are still expected. Politicians must begin to show up for us--just as they do for others--before assuming we will show up for them.

A few will understand the assignment and will want to do better. We'll be here to help. texasprogress.org

This is a sample page from the TPPI Engagement Calendar, a monthly, color-coded planning tool our members can access. This replaces last-minute scrambling with members who know how to engage, how to show up, and how to build trust.

Serious campaigns don't improvise. They plan.

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Are we ready to BE BETTER yet? Because, Lordy, we are TYARD. #2026

CANDIDATES/CAMPAIGN MANAGERS: As you gear up for 2026, it's critical to position early with the most reliable voting demographic: the African American electorate.
If you're not sure how to engage or feel cautious abt getting it right, the TPPI provides practical resources to help you connect. #vote

The Blk vote should be EARNED, not expected by candidates running for office. If a candidate running in TX doesn't carry this seal on their campaign lit/website, ask them why? We're holding politicians accountable for outreaching to Blk voters in every election cycle. texasprogress.org/committed

Hi Cousins! I'm in TX showing progressives that they can energize the Black vote, but it's got to authentic, informed, and rooted in respect for our issues. Here to remind candidates and leaders that Black votes can no longer be taken for granted; they must be EARNED. We're here to show them how.

There's a reason why Big Mama advised us never to drive our "good car" to work.

Read my post tomorrow about why having nice things can lead to punishment in the workplace when you're Black.

Dive into the psyche of those who are threatened by seeing Black women THRIVE.

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We're launching a new initiative called SwarmFORWARD, an innovative GOTV program designed to target disaffected African American and young voters throughout Texas.

Please help me by choosing the one you like best. Thanks y'all! #turntxblue #blackvotesmatter #tppi

Travis County Democrats installing new precinct chairs at our CEC meeting. As anyone can see, We need more representation. If you live in the metro area and are African American, let's check your precinct for vacancy. If the seat is open, I encourage you to run.

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Spitting facts based on research-based analysis already got the ops shook! 🔥

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The TX Progressive Policy Institute for African American Engagement exists to bridge the divide between candidates/politicians and the African American electorate thru research-based analysis, voter engagemnt, and direct support to improve cultural fluency/maximize the power of the Black Vote in TX.