Posts By: Richard Morgan

Young Republicans Support Economic Fairness for All Americans

Posted by Richard Morgan & filed under Defense of Marriage Act.

Below is an essay I co-wrote with Mark C. Brown, Chairman of the Texas Young Republican Federation, responding to San Antonio Mayor Julian Castro’s and former World Bank President Paul Wolfowitz’s op-ed which advocated for the repeal of DOMA. The response has been featured in the Houston Chronicle and Texas GOP Vote. San Antonio Mayor… Read more »

Majority of Republicans in Texas House Oppose Vouchers

Posted by Richard Morgan & filed under School Choice.

Yesterday afternoon, 48 Republicans joined 55 Democrats in voting “aye” for an amendment which banned school vouchers as well as tax credits for entities that provide scholarships. Only 43 Republicans voted against the ban. Not only did those 48 Republicans vote against the Republican Party platform, but Michael Quinn Sullivan makes a great point that… Read more »

Scorecards Reveal Lamar Smith’s Weak Record on Conservative Values

Posted by Richard Morgan & filed under Press Release.

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Austin, TX – Twenty-five year incumbent Lamar Smith received the lowest score among Texas Republicans on the National Taxpayers Union’s 33rd Annual Rating of Congress, released last week. Smith received a 71 on the scorecard, which rates members of Congress on their votes related to taxes, spending, debt, and regulatory burdens. “His score makes it… Read more »

Morgan Campaign Announces Primary Challenge to 25-Year Incumbent

Posted by Richard Morgan & filed under Press Release.

Austin, TX –Software engineer and conservative activist Richard Morgan has filed to run in the Republican primary for the 21st congressional district in Texas. Morgan’s decision to run came after weeks of meeting with voters and activists in the district and after careful consideration of the major issues affecting District 21 and the country. Of particular concern… Read more »