The Low Down: Who Really Holds the Power — Understanding Congress and Your Vote

Presidents make a lot of promises about what they will do if they are elected. We mistakenly believe that the President has that power. Actually it is The Congress, The U.S. House of Representatives and The United States Senate that have more power when it comes to the law of the land. Therefore it is your U.S Congress Person in the House and your State Senators who have the power. It is they that propose, vote on, and pass laws that affect us all.

The number of representatives a state has is determined by its size (population). However, each state has two Senators, only Two. Both the House and the Senate must pass the same bill in order for it to be submitted to the President to be signed into law. You, as a citizen of each State, have the power, through your vote, to hold the Congress accountable to the will of the people.

Step one, find out the names of your States U.S. Senators. As well as the name of the U.S. Congressman in your district. Your District is listed on your voter registration card.

Then find out their voting record on these core issues that affect you and your communities:

Remember, you can’t go by what they say. You have to go by what they do. How they have voted, what they support and If it is contrary to the will of your community.

Here’s a tip, contact your U.S. Representatives Office and ask what is their position on the core issues, or you can GOOGLE IT.

If they voted and their support is contrary to the will of the people and your community, VOTE AGAINST THEM.

In Texas, the State Senators are Ted Cruz and John Cornyn. You have to be careful because they both talk a good game when confronted. Check out their record of voting on the core issues and what they support, then vote for the candidate that represents the will of your community. The will of the people.

In the 2024 General Election, turnout will be crucial and defining. Let Your Voices Be Heard!