NEWS

Read Erin’s latest blog posts, newspaper columns and op-eds written, as well as news articles written about her political activism and former campaign.

Sep 5, 20242 min read

Fighting Voter Suppression in TX

Texas Republicans are trying to silence your voice.

Sep 3, 20242 min read

When Abortion Bans Turn Deadly

Together, we can ensure that women receive the care they need when they need it most. If we don't act now, more lives will be at risk.

Aug 28, 20242 min read

Bringing DNC Energy Back to Texas

Attending the Democratic National Convention in Chicago was an experience I’ll never forget.

Aug 22, 20242 min read

The Special Election is Official

I’m writing to you from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, but there’s urgent news from home that I need you to be aware of—we a

Aug 20, 20242 min read

Survey: Teachers Ready to Quit

Texas teachers are at a breaking point. The latest survey from the Texas State Teachers Association reveals that nearly two-thirds of our ed

Aug 18, 20241 min read

Special Election Looms in TX

In just 80 days, the people of McLennan County, TX could be facing a critical special election.

Aug 15, 20242 min read

Fighting For Funded Schools

No child should go without the supplies they need, and no teacher should struggle to provide them

Aug 14, 20241 min read

Project 2025 Will Hurt Families

I’m running to ensure that Project 2025’s agenda never sees the light of day in Texas.

Aug 13, 20242 min read

Addressing The Childcare Crisis

I’ve seen firsthand the struggles of families and caregivers dealing with our broken system.

Aug 13, 20243 min read

Save Texas Schools

This week, the Waco Tribune Herald reported that the Texas’ legislature’s failure to fund our public schools is causing school districts...

Aug 6, 20242 min read

The Hidden Costs of Medicaid Refusal

As the mother of a disabled child, I have seen our health care system here in McLennan County with my own two eyes.

Jul 24, 20243 min read

President Biden And Kamala Harris

I was sitting in my home, talking to a Baylor student who aspires to become an attorney, when I received the news that President Biden...

Jul 1, 20243 min read

Biden-Trump Debate

Many have asked for my thoughts after the Biden/Trump debate. Here they are. President Biden had a bad night... and he picked a bad night...

May 15, 20242 min read

School Vouchers - Abbott Claim Wrong

Superintendent Susan Kincannon warned us a few months ago that Waco ISD is facing a $10 million budget shortfall that will likely result...

Apr 26, 20243 min read

Emergency Healthcare Access for Women

I have had three children. My third child is severely disabled and that pregnancy and delivery was scary and full of medical emergencies...

Apr 25, 20243 min read

Caregiver Crisis in Texas

My disabled daughter Rachel attends a local adult day care that cares for individuals with intellectual disabilities here in Waco, Texas....

Jan 27, 20243 min read

My Visit to the Texas Border

I recently visited the Texas border at Eagle Pass, Texas with two other Christian women and the assistance of State Representative Eddie...

Dec 2, 20233 min read

School Vouchers

Much has been written about the voucher scam which was touted by Gov. Abbot as a legislative priority this year. Social media and news...

Nov 14, 20233 min read

Erin Shank - Campaign Launch

Hello Friends and Neighbors. On November 5, 2023, I announced my second candidacy for the Texas House or Representatives. I am absolutely...

Nov 4, 20233 min read

Waco attorney Shank to run again for Waco's Texas House seat

Erin Shank will announce her candidacy Sunday for the Texas House District 56 seat that represents much of McLennan County, including...