Change has always been part of Texas’ story. From frontier settlements and family farms to growing cities and modern industry, each generation has faced its own turning points. Texans have never stood still for long. March 2, 2026, marks 190 years since Texas declared its independence. That milestone, though, is more than a date on…
The following post is adapted from a speech by Texas 2036 President and CEO David Leebron that was given Feb. 21, 2025, at the Economic Outlook Conference held by The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce. Texas’ greatest asset isn’t its oil, land, or even the great companies which have been built or chosen to locate…
Water doesn’t just quench our thirst; it powers our economy and keeps the lights on. Water supply security, electric grid integrity and, ultimately, our physical and economic well-being are deeply interconnected. At the same time, Texas’ rapid growth and urbanization in recent decades mean we have fewer shock absorbers for coping with prolonged drought. The…
The following speech by Texas 2036 President and CEO David Leebron was given Aug. 1, 2024, to the Texas Association of Community Colleges’ Summer Meeting in Austin. I spent the past 40 years in higher education, both as faculty and as an administrator. So what you all are doing to create opportunity and equality is…