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TPPF Distinguished Senior Fellow, Sherry Sylvester, has spent decades working at the nexus of public policy and politics. She began as a decidedly left-leaning Democrat on the East Coast but years of working closely with the left-wing pushed her to the right. After two decades in Texas, she is committed to Keeping Texas Texan — a beacon of freedom and liberty, a center of innovation, and a major force in the global economy. Coming off a 17-year stint working around the Texas Capitol, including 7 years as Senior Advisor to Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, 9th & Congress presents her insights and updates on politics, policy, the news and history.
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- Sep 11, 202643 min
Digging into Texas' $338 Billion Budget w/ Comptroller Don Huffines
Texas Comptroller Don Huffines is the latest guest on The Sherry Sylvester Show. Earlier this year, Don launched his campaign for comptroller, defeating two statewide officeholders in a four-way Republican primary with nearly 60% of the vote. Gov. Greg Abbott appointed him to take office on August 1 after the previous comptroller stepped down.As Texas’ chief financial officer, Don is overseeing the implementation of the state’s new Education Savings Accounts program and digging into the details of Texas’ $338 billion budget. His message has long been that government should spend less, tax less, and get out of the way of the people who create jobs and drive the economy. You won’t want to miss what he has to say.
- Aug 7, 202639 min
Higher Ed, Sharia Law, & Transportation w/ Sen. Brent Hagenbuch
TPPF Distinguished Senior Fellow Sherry Sylvester and Texas State Senator Brent Hagenbuch (R-Denton) discuss the future of higher education, protecting religious liberty, and the role of Islamism in public discourse. Hagenbuch is championing the President’s proposal to fast-track commercial truck drivers licenses for veterans to strengthen the transportation workforce in a potential sneak peek at Texas' 90th Legislative Session. Sherry and Senator Hagenbuch also discuss how conservatives should address the challenges of the increasingly rapid growth of the Lone Star State.
- Jul 28, 202633 min
Did the World Cup Change the World? w/ Joshua Treviño
The 2026 World Cup featured 104 matches in 16 host cities, including 2 in Texas. 7 million people attended the games, but for many Americans it turned into a nationwide tailgate party that went on for weeks.In this episode, TPPF Chief Transformation Officer Joshua Treviño discusses how international visitors reacted to the World Cup and whether the 2026 games were an effective demonstration of America’s soft power. They debate whether the tournament changed the way the world sees America and the way we see ourselves.Subscribe to the 9th & Congress newsletter and weekly Winners & Losers: https://www.texaspolicy.com/9thandcongress/
- Jul 2, 202630 min
Race Card Play Falls Flat in College Football with Dr. Richard Johnson
TPPF's Sherry Sylvester discusses how progressives try to play the race card in college football recruitment with Dr. Richard Johnson, head of TPPF’s Booker T. Washington Initiative and a member of Texas Southern University’s Board of Regents.Last month, the NAACP and the Congressional Black Caucus called on college athletes to boycott the SEC and other Southern universities to protest the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais, which struck down racial gerrymandering in congressional districts. House Democrat Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries declared the ruling as proof that the spirit of the “Old Confederacy” is rising again, and New York Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez dubbed it the new Jim Crow, while calling on the North to come to the aid of the South.Dr. Johnson brings a perspective on all this that few can match. In addition to serving on the Board of Regents of Texas Southern University and his decades of experience in public policy and education, he is a former college and Army athlete himself.Subscribe to the 9th & Congress newsletter and weekly Winners & Losers: https://www.texaspolicy.com/9thandcongress/
- Apr 23, 202613 min
Preserving Texas History & the 1836 Project with Sen. Tan Parker
Recorded at the 2026 Texas Policy Summit, Texas State Senator Tan Parker (R-Flower Mound) discusses the 1836 Project he helped launch through legislation. Senator Parker and host Sherry Sylvester explore how the Project positions Texas as a beacon of liberty, the importance of preserving and accurately teaching our state’s history, and the latest developments including the recent biennial report to the Governor.Senator Parker shares insights on why getting history right matters for the next generation and how Texas can lead the way against ideological distortions of the past.A must-watch for anyone who cares about Texas values, education, and cultural heritage.Subscribe to the 9th & Congress newsletter and weekly Winners & Losers: https://www.texaspolicy.com/9thandcongress/
- Mar 27, 202629 min
William Inboden on Academics, Reagan, Cold War and Hot Conflicts
Dr. William Inboden, Executive Vice President and Provost at The University of Texas at Austin, shares his insider perspective on the crisis in higher education and the bold reforms underway at one of America’s flagship public universities. A renowned historian, national security expert, and former senior advisor in the George W. Bush administration, Dr. Inboden shares his vision for restoring merit, accountability, and public trust in our universities.Key Topics Discussed:Why universities have “lost their way” — and what it will take to get them back on trackBalancing academic freedom with state oversight, taxpayer accountability, and institutional integrityMajor reforms at UT Austin: curriculum changes, core curriculum compliance, new Civics Honors programs, and academic integrity standardsPromoting intellectual diversity, merit-based standards, and civic education in Texas higher educationLessons from history, foreign policy, and real-world leadership for rebuilding public confidence in our universitiesSubscribe to the 9th & Congress newsletter and weekly Winners & Losers: https://www.texaspolicy.com/9thandcongress/
- Mar 19, 202650 min
Crisis Politics, Outrage Machines & Fact-Based Journalism with Konni Burton
Sherry Sylvester talks with Konni Burton, Founder & CEO of The Texan, to explore the ever-changing world of media and its massive impact on Texas politics and public discourse. Konni dives deep into how social media has shifted from a grassroots organizing tool to a profit-driven machine that amplifies outrage, hysteria, conspiracy theories, and “red alerts”—often drowning out real issues like America’s $40 trillion national debt.They also discuss crisis politics, misleading language in policy debates, COVID-era failures, the erosion of nuance and fact-checking, and why independent journalism matters more than ever.Subscribe to the 9th & Congress newsletter and weekly Winners & Losers: https://www.texaspolicy.com/9thandcongress/
- Mar 3, 202633 min
Lessons from Growing Up Around Politics w/ Luke Macias
TPPF's Sherry Sylvester and conservative activist Luke Macias share the lessons they learned as the children of elected officials. Sherry's father was the mayor of their town in Oklahoma and Luke's father was a Texas State Representative.Then, they discuss the trends of more young adults and Latinos running for office as Republicans, as well as the strong Democrat turnout in the current Texas primary elections. Plus, a review of how President Trump's State of the Union speech addressed key issues like affordability.Subscribe to the 9th & Congress newsletter and weekly Winners & Losers: https://www.texaspolicy.com/9thandcongress/
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TPPF Distinguished Senior Fellow, Sherry Sylvester, has spent decades working at the nexus of public policy and politics. She began as a decidedly left-leaning Democrat on the East Coast but years of working closely with the left-wing pushed her to the right. After two decades in Texas, she is committed to Keeping Texas Texan — a beacon of freedom and liberty, a center of innovation, and a major force in the global economy. Coming off a 17-year stint working around the Texas Capitol, including 7 years as Senior Advisor to Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, 9th & Congress presents her insights and updates on politics, policy, the news and history.
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