Interview with McLenon County Sheriff Parnel McNamara

Rising Lonestars interviewed McLenon County Sheriff Parnel McNamara to discuss her nomination to the RLS Top 10 in August 2022. Sheriff Parnell McNamara discussed human trafficking in Texas and his department’s work with law enforcement organizations around the world. Transcript Simon Nichols Please just provide some background on the human trafficking situation in McLennan CountyContinue reading “Interview with McLenon County Sheriff Parnel McNamara”

Interview with Houston Councilmember Amy Peck

Rising Lonestars interviewed Houston councilmember Amy Peck to discuss her nomination to the RLS Top 10 in August. Councilmember Peck told us about her inclusion of park improvements for her district in the city’s recent bond bill and discussed the daily life of a Houston councilmember. Transcript Amy Peck I’m Amy Peck, Houston City CouncilContinue reading “Interview with Houston Councilmember Amy Peck”

Interview with El Paso County Commissioner Iliana Holguin

Rising Lonestars interviewed El Paso County Iliana Holguin to discuss her nomination to the RLS Top 10 in July. Councilmember Holguin told us about her efforts to expand the county sewer and water systems to the unincorporated parts of her distinct and her experience transitioning to local government. Transcript Iliana Holguin So my name isContinue reading “Interview with El Paso County Commissioner Iliana Holguin”

Interview with San Antonio Councilmember Teri Castillo

Rising Lonestars interviewed San Antonio Councilmember Teri Castillo to discuss her nomination to the RLS Top 10 in July. Councilmember Castillo told us about her efforts to protect women seeking abortions, her background, and her experience as a San Antonio councilmember. Transcript Teri Castillo Teri Castillo, San Antonio’s District five city council member. Simon NicholsContinue reading “Interview with San Antonio Councilmember Teri Castillo”

Interview with Austin Councilmember Chito Vela

Rising Lonestars interviewed Austin City Council member Chito Vela to discuss his nomination to the RLS Top 10 in June. Alongside his efforts to create the GRACE act and protects women seeking abortions, Councilwoman Vela discussed his experience as a first-year Austin council member. Transcript Chito Vela I’m Chico Vela. I’m the city council memberContinue reading “Interview with Austin Councilmember Chito Vela”

Interview with Councilwoman Elizabeth Beck

Rising Lonestars interviewed Fort Worth City Councilmember Elizabeth Beck to discuss her nomination to the RLS Top 10 in June. Alongside her efforts to add women’s menstrual products to the city’s restrooms, Councilwoman Beck discussed her inspiration for joining local government and her experiences as a female council member. Transcript- **The following transcript is automaticallyContinue reading “Interview with Councilwoman Elizabeth Beck”

Interview with Constable Paul Leal

Rising Lonestars interviewed Williamson County Constable Paul Leal to discuss his nomination to the RLS Top 10 in June and his service during the Texas Winter Storm in February 2021. Transcript- **The following transcript is automatically generated and may contain errors** Paul Leal My name is Paul Leal. I am the constable here in WilliamsonContinue reading “Interview with Constable Paul Leal”