What are some examples of the policy positions and laws passed by Republicans? What freedoms have they taken away (besides the obvious one of reversing Roe v Wade)?

Right now, Beryl's projected path shows the storm making landfall in Matagorda, between Corpus Christi and Houston. Significant storm surge is expected along the coast with some areas to see between 3 and 6 feet.

Had a low of 56.

7/7/24 Tropical Storm Beryl- Rain bands capable of producing some localized flooding are possible on Sunday, along with the chance for a few tornadoes. As the storm moves on shore Monday morning, heavy rain and tropical storm force winds will be possible across the area, especially for locations west of the City of Houston. Rain totals averaging five to 10 inches are possible, with locally higher amounts. The most significant rain totals are expected during the day on Monday. The rain will be intermittent, but localized and intense tropical bands moving north from the Gulf will be the primary concern for flash flooding during the day. As a result, NOAA has placed areas from Houston and points west under a level 3 out of 4 for flash flooding risk on Monday.

I think the pendulum is swinging the other way... as it usually does. I still don't think its right for a teacher or someone else in a position of authority to force their religious beliefs on others. That is a slippery slope because it means you have to allow all beliefs and you might not like that. But this Christmas stuff is garbage. Christmas is so universal in our culture and that will never change. Wishing people Merry Christmas has made a strong come back in the last couple of years. That is not forcing your views on other people. You cling to any news stories you can find to be outraged. Before every sporting event in this country they sing the national anthem and people stand and respect the flag. Its not taboo at all... in fact its shocking if it doesn't happen or if people are disrespectful during the anthem. There was a massive pushback against players kneeling during the anthem and now it just doesn't happen. They were forced into compliance and respecting the flag. And on Sundays all baseball games now include God Bless America during the 7th inning stretch. That is religious AND respecting America. And it happens in every major league stadium every Sunday.