I hope telling the story of how I went from being a single mom to serving in the Texas State Senate to running for governor will remind others that with the right leadership in government, where you start has nothing to do with how far you go.

You won't change things unless you are prepared to fight, even if you don't win. But I do hate losing.

I care about life and I have a record of fighting for people above all else.

Texas deserves a leader who understands that making education a priority creates good jobs for Texans and keeps Texas on top.

The last thing Texas women need in their lives is Greg Abbott.

I haven't pursued it as a senator because I know it's like spitting in the wind. But I still believe it's the right thing. And if I were governor and a bill came to my desk that provided for background checks at gun shows, I would sign that.

I've never worried about payback. People are hungry for leadership that's not afraid of political consequence.