2/2 Rather than defend years of thoughtful, public engagement and compromise led by Kate Rogers, Lt Gov Dan Patrick folded to the loudest extremists in his party. History should not be sacrificed to score political points. It should be honored with honesty and truth.

1/2 This isn’t about history—it’s about rewriting it. Everyone worked together productively on the Alamo plan until a simple acknowledgment of Indigenous history, which had previously gone unchallenged, suddenly became too much for GOP cancel culture. https://bit.ly/47ssv0V





This is really dumb. Kate Rogers was the right leader at the right time to bring stable, fact-focused leadership to the difficult and important work of the Alamo redevelopment project. Don't let any extremist Republican lecture you about "cancel culture" ever again. https://bit.ly/4qrpTJA

Rest in peace, Pope Francis. Your commitment to compassion was a guiding light for us all. Well done, good and faithful servant!

No better way to kick off my 48th trip around the sun than with a plate of pollos asados. 🎂 Grateful for the journey so far, and excited for another year of new opportunities and serving the city I love.

San Antonio: This Saturday at 10 AM I’ll be joining State Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer and SA Mayor @nirenberg.net for a townhall. We want to hear from you. RSVP now! tinyurl.com/TMFTOWNHALL

While Trump cuts critical funding and threatens local jobs, Mayors like San Antonio's @nirenberg.net are stepping up to support families—no matter what happens in DC.

San Antonio and Arlington are the heart and soul of Texas truck manufacturing. As the President’s tariffs go into effect next week, Arlington’s Mayor Ross and I wrote to our Senators to urge them to help us protect the people of Texas’ truck manufacturing industry. Thousands of jobs are on the line.

FYI, San Antonio—We are closely monitoring potential exposure to measles in our community. This serves as a strong reminder to encourage our friends and neighbors to stay up to date with their vaccinations. Please remain aware of any symptoms if you believe you may have been exposed.

An X post claimed the number of federal workers grew by about 900,000 during President Joe Biden’s term, a nearly 50% increase. In fact, the number grew by about 5%. buff.ly/3D6MgQv

Developments far outside our city can threaten our water supply. We must stand with our neighbors and use our voices to protect the Edwards Aquifer. Read more:

Doing great 👍

Incompetence in Washington puts every American at risk, no matter how you voted. No one should be happy that the DOGE team - the same folks who randomly published classified U.S. security information online today - wants access to your bank account & Social Security numbers.

Musk Misleads on FEMA’s Migrant-Related Payments to New York City www.factcheck.org/2025/02/musk...

This 20 minutes of video is more important than anything you'll see on TV this week. Sen. Angus King (I-ME) on how separation of powers defined in the Constitution protects us all from an authoritarian state. There is a point of no return, and the Framers warned us not to cross it.

Elon Musk spent a total of more than $290 million on the 2024 election, new federal filings show, boosting President Donald Trump and Republicans in a staggering effort that has helped to secure unprecedented access for the world’s richest person in the new administration. Read more: cnn.it/4gmwE9h

Wishing the incomparable Allee Wallace a happy 90th birthday! Allee has been the photo historian of the largest MLK March in the country for nearly 40 years and I’ve been privileged to call him a friend.

Diversity is our strength. Full stop.

Statement regarding the White House’s federal grant freeze:

Episcopal Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde is being celebrated as “fearless” and “bold” after pleading with Donald Trump to show Christian mercy to immigrants and members of the LGBT+ community. Meanwhile, in an unhinged rant on TruthSocial, Trump wrote that Budde owes “the public” an apology.

Seeking asylum is a human right. Trans rights are human rights. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise. www.expressnews.com/opinion/edit...

Incredibly honored to walk arm in arm with Arndrea Waters King at the 38th annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March and Celebration. Despite freezing temps, San Antonio showed up and showed out to honor the enduring legacy of Dr. King and his vision of equality, justice, and unity.

SAT just got a major sustainability upgrade!⚡️ The city’s first high-speed EV charging station is now active. The ABB E-mobility A400 fast charger will power up the airport’s fleet, supporting emissions reduction and cleaner air. A win for innovation, travelers, and the environment.

San Antonio has lost an irreplaceable thread in the fabric of our community. Sovia “Spurs Lady” Lauriano embodied the heart and soul of our city, radiating love for San Antonio in everything she did. Her presence brought joy to so many, and we will deeply miss her unwavering spirit.

Make it stop. By which I mean woefully unqualified people weigh in on stuff they have never done a stitch of actual reporting on, get the actual facts wrong, but type lots of words anyways: www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...

Road conditions are becoming increasingly slick, San Antonio! Please exercise caution while driving and reduce your speed as needed. Stay safe and stay warm.

Hanging out with the KSAT team definitely is better than Zoom. @stevespriester.bsky.social

Happy New Year, San Antonio! 🥂 2025 will bring us many changes, but together we’ll embrace new opportunities, grow stronger as a community, and make it a year to remember.

Jimmy Carter leaves behind a profound legacy of service, leadership, and compassion. From his dedication to community building to his unwavering support for Habitat for Humanity—whose impact has been deeply felt here in San Antonio—his influence extends far beyond his presidency.

Costco is battling an anti-DEI wave with a stern rebuke to activist shareholders looking to end the warehouse retailer’s diversity ambitions.

Nearly 25 years of marriage and my wife can’t sit through one Bob Dylan song. Two hours of a Timothee Chalamet movie and her phone is blasting “Like A Rolling Stone” on repeat. 2025, here we come!

Time for a dose of annual medicine for the soul. May your spirits be bright. Merry Christmas! - Ron

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Ready for takeoff! SA ✈️ DCA is finally here.

Can’t believe I’m asking your help to repost this. @factcheck.org

Jonah got to meet President Biden tonight and tell him he’s done a great job.

A recent Texas Monthly story highlighted much of what we know about our community's systemic issues but failed to mention what San Antonio is actually doing about it. My words below: www.texasmonthly.com/opinion/opin...

Joined the Convoy of Hope this morning with Kevin, the SA Food Bank driver.

#NewDEALer @nirenberg.net is celebrating the ground breaking of San Antonio airport's new terminal, which is set to bring thousands of jobs to region and boost the local economy. Learn more 👇

Dinner at Chika in the Creamery with Chef Reyes and Chef Ramos is experiencing the art and performance of sushi.

There’s a great Netflix documentary called “Going Varsity” about the amazing Mariachi Extravaganza competition held in San Antonio each year. I met the filmmakers Sam and Alejandra tonight and presented them with the Emissary of the Muses - the highest honor our city gives to an artist.

Just a reminder that without San Antonio's CPS Energy, Texas can’t keep the lights on, despite the claims that the state fixed the grid."

Watching the Spurs on TV this season means also enduring the most annoying Discover Card commercial of all time.

Howard Peak was a visionary mayor, a steward of our city, whose kindness and gentle style belied an intense focus that leaves a permanent legacy in San Antonio. He helped usher in a modern sensibility while holding fast to the neighbor-centered spirit that makes San Antonio unique among major cities

The years have flown by and our little kid has become a young man in the process. Thank you for all the wonderful Holiday River Parade memories, San Antonio!

How about we do this again today? @expressnewsopinion.bsky.social

Worth a read. Mass transit is finally coming to San Antonio, thanks to voters and thoughtful planning. No less than our best will go into ensuring it is built the right way so that our entire community benefits.

Access to affordable health care is essential for a family to achieve financial independence and for a community to break cycles of poverty. In Texas, with the highest uninsured rate in the nation (19%), state leaders still refuse to expand Medicaid, sending our tax dollars to other states instead.

The spirit of San Antonio is neighbors helping neighbors. That’s one legacy of Jaime P. Martinez during Thanksgiving in the Barrio, which the Cesar E. Chavez Legacy & Education Foundation kicked off this morning. Thank you, volunteers!

Best alarm clock I ever had. Not available in stores. #Tenshi