Do Republicans In The Texas House Have A Drinking Problem?

[Shell_Seas]

Several caught-on-video moments seeming show multiple Republicans completely hammered.

https://www.lonestarleft.com/p/do-republicans-in-the-texas-house



During the last session, Republican Dan Huberty was arrested for a DWI after a car accident. Early in this session, Republican Charles Schwertner was arrested for drunk driving. Republicans have been arrested during the last few legislative sessions for driving under the influence.

The legislature only meets for 140 days every two years. During that time, they often work long and stressful days. So no one would blame them for throwing back a few cold ones after a 15-hour day in the Capitol. However, driving under the influence should never be okay. Moreso, legislating while inebriated should, at the very least, be frowned upon.

Over the last month, as I’ve been watching our elected officials, I’ve noticed interesting behavior.

[Beachnutt]

1. Why no mainstream media coverage of this ?

The people need to know this.

[jimfields33]

6. Because some think it may be a health issue like a stroke.

You better damn well know before reporting.

[Shell_Seas]

11. I think it's a widely known problem.

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[Walleye]

2. Maybe they are drinking to forget how bad they feel about their fascist legislation

[LizBeth]

3. Everyone in Texas have a drinking problem, they are in Texas by gosh.

Teasing. I imagine most Politicians do.

[anciano]

4. What problem?

There are two liquor stores within five minutes of my house. No problem at all!
(Yes, I'm kidding).

[LizBeth]

8. lol...

[LetMyPeopleVote]

5. Water is also wet

NO true Texan can sleep soundly while the Texas legis is in session

[HubertHeaver]

7. They drink...heavily

They get drunk.
They pass bad legislation.
No problem.

[70sEraVet]

9. I once had a neighbor who wore a hat that said "Instant Asshole - Just Add Alcohol"

And in his case it was true. We referred to him as 'Instant'.
Maybe someone should buy a bunch of those hats, and pass them out during the next session?

[LetMyPeopleVote]

10. For this thread

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