The Governed are equally Responsible to the Constitution. The Government Takes an Oath; The People have a Duty.

Dear Citizens of Texas,

The Preamble itself resonates with civic duty and responsibility: "We the People…" It reflects the collective will and active participation of the citizenry in shaping and sustaining the government. The Founding Fathers recognized that the foundation of a successful republic rests on an informed and educated citizenry, who understood their rights and responsibilities. An informed and dutiful citizenry was a crucial element in the maintenance and progression of the republic.

Just as President Trump and our Texan leadership take an oath of office to defend the United States Constitution, We The People likewise share a duty to hold our elected officials accountable to their oath to defend our nation’s Constitution. Our government is led by fallible men and women who have a corruptible nature and disposition. We too are men and women who are also fallible and we need to ensure that we remain dutiful in holding our civil servants accountable to their Constitutional oath. This is our Constitutional duty as We The People.

Texas is our Home state and America is our Home Country. As individuals we also have our Home Residence. The place we call home and raise our families and make lifelong memories. The state of Texas and America is like one giant home, and if we do not exercise our duty as adult citizens to defend our borders, values and interests, protect our loved ones and properties, secure our finances and well-being, then we have failed ourselves, our state, and our nation.

We need to take very seriously our constitutional/civic duty to be involved and serve, not only our our families, but our communities, including our local, state, and federal government. Our founding fathers were confident that We The People knew what was best for ourselves and wanted a government that was small and yet effective enough to defend our rights and secure our nation from bad actors both foreign and domestic.

The Founding Fathers placed immense value on civic duty, recognizing it as the foundation for a robust republic. George Washington emphasized the collective effort needed to sustain liberty. In his Farewell Address, Washington emphasized that responsible citizenship is not optional but an inherent duty. He argued that preserving freedom required citizens to adhere to the Constitution and laws that protect it.

Benjamin Franklin's cleverly emphasized a need for civic duty and virtue. Franklin warned, "A Republic, if you can keep it." This famous warning captures the essence of his views on civic responsibility, emphasizing that maintaining freedom required continuous effort and vigilance.

John Adams also stressed the importance of civic responsibilities. He believed that liberty and duty were intertwined. Adams noted, "Liberty cannot be preserved without a general knowledge among the people."

Thomas Jefferson advocated for individuals' active involvement in public affairs. His belief in the need for an enlightened electorate led him to stress education as a cornerstone of good governance. Jefferson proclaimed that an informed public was crucial for the country's well-being.

James Madison, often referred to as the Father of the Constitution, viewed civic participation as indispensable. He believed a well-functioning republic required citizens to be diligent stewards of their liberties. Madison declared, "A popular Government without popular information or the means of acquiring it's but a Prologue to a Farce or a Tragedy." This belief emphasized his view that an informed citizenry is a safeguard against tyranny.

Alexander Hamilton cherished the idea of a citizenry engaged in governance. He called for active participation, arguing that apathy threatened the very survival of the republic. Hamilton's writings consistently reminded citizens of their role in shaping public policy and holding leaders accountable.

George Washington emphasized the collective effort needed to sustain liberty. In his Farewell Address, Washington underlined that responsible citizenship is not optional but an inherent duty. He argued that preserving freedom required citizens to adhere to the Constitution and laws that protect it.

Our founding fathers understood the value of self-governance and the people’s duty to also adhere to the Constitution and laws that protect it. After all it is our responsibility and duty as citizens to ensure that we vote in Candidates into office who will abide by the Constitutions. The failure in our leadership is a reflection of our own failure to our constitutional duty. We The People are also leaders in our own right.

Abraham Lincoln's famous words from his Gettysburg Address, delivered in 1863, "government of the people, by the people, and for the people," defines and encapsulates the essence of a democratic system where power is derived from, exercised by, and serves the interests of the citizens. This concept signifies that in a true democracy, the government's legitimacy comes from the people, its officials act on their behalf, and its ultimate purpose is to benefit the public.

If that is the case, then the following must also be true:

• The government's authority and existence originate from the people.

• The people themselves are the ones who govern, directly or through elected representatives. 

• The government's actions and policies are intended to serve the needs and welfare of the general public. 

Based on the above premise, we must then conclude that We The People/Citizens/The Governed, are the true enforcers of the Constitution. We must then vote for and elect Candidates into office who will lead with the conviction and commitment in securing the blessings of Liberty for ourselves and our Posterity. This is what our Constitution calls for; that the blessings of Liberty are secured for ourselves and our Posterity. Our founding principles also declares that all men are created equal and endowed by their Creator God with certain unalienable rights to Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.

We must collectively adhere to our Constitutional Covenant/Contract/Agreement, to secure the blessings of liberty to not just ourselves but our Posterity. According to our nation’s Constitution, we are to secure the blessings of liberty to both ourselves and our Posterity. Our Constitutional duty is not only to ourselves but also to our Posterity. If we fail Posterity, we have also failed ourselves and have rendered our Constitution null and void.

It is evident that the Constitution of the United States reflects the Founding Fathers' immense value placed on civic duty through its various articles and amendments, providing clear lawful guidelines through a framework reflecting the rights and responsibilities of the Governed and the Government.

Voting, one of the most fundamental civic duties, is rooted in the very framework of the Constitution. While the original document did not explicitly detail voting rights, significant amendments have since underscored its importance.

The original Constitution, through the establishment of a federal system, separation of powers, and checks and balances, inherently called for active civic engagement. The interplay of various branches of government and the division of state and federal powers necessitates an informed and participative citizenry to function optimally. Each branch's dependence on the other, and the citizens' ability to influence government action through voting, jury service, and petitioning, constitutes the bedrock of self-governance envisioned by the Founders.

Now more than ever in our state and nation, we are in need of leaders who are driven by conviction and the will to restore our nation’s Constitution. Texans want to have leaders who will partner with them in upholding our founding principles and values as expressed in our nation’s founding documents.

It is my hope and prayer that the people of Texas will no longer fall for the status quo and elect the same leadership that has lacked conviction and the will to live up to their oath of office. I hope that this upcoming election cycle in 2026, that the people of Texans will take their duty to the Constitution seriously and elect me (Anna Bender) to be their next U.S. Senator and give Incumbent U.S. Senator Cornyn much needed rest and a peaceful retirement.

The People of Texas must do better in 2026 and give Incumbent Senator Cornyn a much needed retirement from the office of the U.S. Senate. We must take our duty to the Constitution seriously and make it a priority when we head to the voting booth in 2026.

It is my sincerest belief that the truth will set us free and our Constitution offers that freedom if and only if, we adhere to our own end of the contract or agreement; otherwise it is null and void. Our Founding Fathers sacrificed Prosperity for Posterity and it is for this reason why we can claim our rights under the U.S. Constitution. It is likewise our duty to uphold the values of this Liberty contract and fulfill its expressed wishes to Life, Liberty, and Happiness.

As your next U.S. Senator, I promise not to pander for your votes, but to remain principled in my convictions. This is my duty to you, the people of Texas. My position will be to uphold the principles expressed in the Constitution and serve the interests of the People of Texas.