I moved to Steiner Ranch in 1999 along with my husband and two young children. New to Texas, I disapproved of the good ol' boy politics, but focused my planning and organizing for many years on the needs of family, friends, and the immediate community. A certain escalator ride and alarming rhetoric changed that, spurring me to become politically active in the 2016 Clinton campaign as well as local politics. I worked diligently for the 2018 Beto campaign and then began leading Four Points voter outreach initiatives, soon taking on the role of precinct chair.

We can't sit idly by as special interests, wealthy individuals, and corrupt politicians exploit our government, the environment, and disadvantaged citizens to enrich themselves and promote a narrow belief system. I'm working to elect Democrats that favor a more just and equitable system, and to oust officials that don't represent the Austin community's best interests.

Tonya Frederic