LSL07 - Every Vote Counts: Why Local Elections Matter Most - Lone Star Ladies

In this empowering episode of Lone Star Ladies, co-hosts Sheree Rose and Brandie Kennedy (with Darlene Howell away on vacation) take listeners on a journey through the history, meaning, and urgency of voting—from ancient Greece to modern Texas.
The Ladies open with a few upcoming community highlights—the Aubrey Peanut Festival, the Charlie Kirk Rally and Memorial, and the Denton County GOP Fall Festival—before diving into an energetic discussion about why civic participation is the cornerstone of American freedom.
Together, they trace the evolution of voting rights:
From the Magna Carta and early democracy in Greece,
To the 15th Amendment (African American men gaining the vote in 1870),
The 19th Amendment (women’s suffrage in 1920),
And the Voting Rights Act of 1965, which strengthened equal access to the ballot box.
But this isn’t a history lecture—it’s a passionate call to action for Texans today. The Ladies stress that voting isn’t just a right—it’s a responsibility that holds leaders accountable and shapes the everyday policies affecting schools, taxes, and local communities.
They share real numbers to drive the point home:
In the 2025 Plano municipal election, only 11% of registered voters cast ballots—yet that small group approved $644 million in city bonds, deciding how the other 89% will pay.
In House District 65, just 297 votes separated conservative Mitch Little from his opponent, showing how even a handful of votes can change state policy direction.
The episode also encourages students and young people to get involved early—through Turning Point USA, local Republican clubs, or volunteering with campaigns—to learn how elections work and make their voices heard.
Closing with a timeless reminder from Benjamin Franklin—“A republic, if you can keep it”—Sheree and Brandie urge every listener to take their civic duty seriously. Whether it’s local school board races or statewide amendments, your vote doesn’t just count—it defines the future of Texas.

Tune in to hear the heart behind the ballot box and why every election, every precinct, and every citizen matters.

Categories: Politics & Civics

Starring: Sheree Rose, Darlene Howell, Brandie Kennedy