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Defeating COVID-19 Requires Respect and Trust in One Another

July 2, 2020

Even before the recent surge of coronavirus cases in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, North Texans expressed caution about returning to their pre-coronavirus lives. And it’s going to take more than public policy and business-instituted rules for many people to feel comfortable when they’re out in public — especially with the pandemic now straining hospital capacity...

Texas’ future is in its people

June 30, 2020

It’s Texas’ people who will lead the state out of this pandemic and economic crisis. And it’s people who must perpetuate the economic prosperity that has fueled Texas’ quality of life for generations. On March 2, 2036, Texas will turn 200. The good news is that people shouldn’t be a problem, at least in terms...

Texas Education Recovery Joint Statement

June 29, 2020

Dear Governor Abbott, Lt. Governor Patrick, Speaker Bonnen, Commissioner Morath, Commissioner Keller, and Lawmakers: Download the Full Document Here Texas is a state built on grit, resiliency, and optimism. In the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, Texans are manifesting this spirit and determination in so many important ways, large and small. We are proud that...

One Year Anniversary

June 26, 2020

Today, June 26, marks the one year anniversary of Texas 2036’s board of directors naming former Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings as our president and CEO. Thanks to the support of individual Texans, Texas businesses and Texas institutions, it’s been both a fast and consequential year. Over this time frame, we’ve built our team, rolled...

Texas is The Best Place to Live – But How Are We Really Doing Against Other States?

June 25, 2020

We know Texas is an economic powerhouse. Our state has led the nation in job creation for much of the last two decades. And at Texas 2036, we are committed to raising and highlighting the priorities that will help maintain our economic strength as we continue to grow. We have compiled vast amounts of data...

New Poll Shows Broad Consensus Across North Texas for Wearing Masks

June 23, 2020

A new poll commissioned by the non-partisan, non-profit group Texas 2036 shows broad support across North Texas for wearing masks to fight COVID-19. Overwhelming numbers of North Texans said they believe wearing masks shows respect for first responders, health care workers, friends and family. Further, more than six out of 10 said wearing masks and...

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