Here’s the thing: senators aren’t just faces on a screen. They have staffers who answer emails, hold town halls, and help with bureaucratic headaches. If you ever feel powerless against the federal machine, remember that you hired them. A thoughtful, concise email to Cornyn’s or Cruz’s office can actually move the needle—or at least get a form letter back that you can frame for irony.
Next time you’re stuck in I-35 traffic or waiting for your brisket to rest, take a second to wonder: what are those two doing right now? Probably arguing about something on C-SPAN. But also? Probably thinking about Texas. And that’s the real connection: no matter how loud the noise gets, the Lone Star State is always the star of their show.
