“In Depth” Standing Up for What’s Right with Rep. Shawn Thierry

In this “In Depth” episode of The Right Idea, Brian is joined by special guests Dr. Richard Johnson and State Representative Shawn Thierry to discuss the Representative’s battles to stand up for what is right and true at the peril of her own career.

2:26 Rep. Thierry’s experiences during the 2023 Pediatric Gender Modification debate
13:05 Were there substantive discussions regarding the Pediatric Gender Modification Bill?
15:50 Voting to keep your seat vs. voting for what’s right for Texans
19:25 Rep. Thierry’s truly courageous display
23:20 The small but very influential group that steers the left
47:44 The “jumping the shark” moment
31:16 Abandoning what works for Texans for ulterior motives 
37:15 Glimmers of hope in an otherwise dark situation
43:44 Has all of Rep. Thierry’s trials and tribulations this year opened new doors for her?

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Brian Phillips

Brian Phillips is the Chief Communications Officer at the Texas Public Policy Foundation. For over a decade, Brian has helped policymakers and political candidates develop effective messages and communication strategies. Phillips is a veteran of presidential, congressional, and gubernatorial campaigns, and has extensive experience working in the United States Congress and public policy think tanks.

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