In some parts of the state, misdemeanor defendants routinely face charges without representation.

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    What the hell did I just read? Seriously

    You have the right to an attorney. full stop

    What kind of psycho thinks it’s even worth entertaining not providing that to people?

    If someone declines, fine. But to argue against it for any reason, money or politics, is untenable.

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    Never visited, never will. The yeehaw state tends to forget too often that it’s part of a nation with inalienable rights.

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      24 hours ago

      I live in TX and would like to disagree with your statement. The Lonestar on the flag is actually the review of the state, out of 50 stars, and not some sentiment of being strong enough to go it alone. People always forget that.

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    If the upholding of your “rights” is dependent on which administration is in power, you don’t have rights.

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      23 hours ago

      Texas has been GOP governed for nearly 30 years. All the frictious and inept surface layer outcomes are the result of specific political strategy. And also general corruption.