I've met so many amazing grassroots activists over the years. Both as TFRW President and then as your RNC National Committeewoman. Grassroots conservatives who put principles into action are a special breed. A very special example of this kind of grassroots activist is Bill Crocker. Bill is a successful attorney. An Austin institution in many ways. But his time on the SREC, as RNC National Committeeman and RNC General Counsel weren't for personal enrichment. He contributes his time and energy because of his commitment to our principles and ideals. 

For all the money in politics, that money hardly trickles down to the grassroots. Political involvement is almost always a labor of love. Activists largely aren't paid and volunteering comes at the expense of a paying job, time with family and friends or hobbies.

So thank you Bill and thank you to all who serve their communities. You are all an inspiration to me. I've dedicated my time as your National Committeewoman to empowering the grassroots with education and tools. Because an eager volunteer backed by the power of convictions should be encouraged and supported. That's what I have done and will continue to do with your support! 

Americans Feeling The Effects Of Bidenomics

Bidenomics isn’t working – the last three months have been the worst three month stretch for job growth since the pandemic. Prices are up, real wages are down, and despite the lies and gaslighting from Biden, American families are being left behind because of his failed economic agenda.

What you need to know:

• Today’s jobs report offers no comfort to the average American who is being squeezed by Bidenomics.
• The U.S. economy added just 187,000 jobs in August.
• The last three months have been the worst three-month stretch for job growth since the pandemic hit, with an average of just 150,000 new jobs each month since May.
• Biden’s economic agenda is decimating Americans’ finances – the average middle-class household has lost over $33,000 in real wealth in just the past year.
• U.S. average gas prices currently sit at $3.82 per gallon which is more than $1.40 higher than when Biden became president.
• American families are seeing higher prices for virtually everything, and they know exactly who to blame: Biden and Democrats.
• Just 36% of Americans approve of Biden's handling of the economy according to an AP-NORC poll.
• A majority of Americans believe the economy is getting worse and 59% disapprove of Biden’s handling of inflation according to an Economist/YouGov poll.
• 80% of Americans say the economy is in bad shape according to the latest Fox News survey, with the share of voters feeling dissatisfied with how things are going in the country up 17 points since Biden took office.

The bottom line:

Republican leaders at every level are working hard to deliver economic prosperity for the American people. Voters need to elect strong Republican leadership to get Americans' finances back on track so that everyone can achieve the American Dream. 

What We Are Reading

• CNBC: 61% of Americans are living paycheck to paycheck — inflation is still squeezing budgets

Fact Check Biden

• Biden's Record On The Border Is Worse Than "Anybody Else"

RNC Research

• Laborers Can't Afford A Labor Day

Thank you for allowing me to continue to serve you as your Texas Representative to the RNC! As always, feel free to reach out to me with any questions you might have at tad@toniannedashiell.com, or follow me on Facebook or Twitter at the links below. Thank you for being a strong Texas Republican, and together, let us work to Keep Texas RED!