Validate to yourself that these words aren’t true and remain confident and strong in your values. Focus on the support that you have. Don’t let the negative folks derail you from who you know yourself to be and why you chose to run.

Running for local office isn’t as scary as I thought it would be. Sure, some folks are rude and say mean things about you. But, having a strong sense of self and remembering who you are will serve you. Especially when people say lies or spread rumors about you.

Hello, my name is Brigette and I am 28 years old and running for mayor in my town (Nacogdoches, TX). I wanted to make this post to offer encouragement to those of you who want to see change and are considering running for public office. I also want to answer any questions that you may have.

This is awesome. From a custom knife forging shop in Edom, Texas.

“blast off it’s party time and we’re all living in a fascist nation” hits really hard when I sing it out loud rn

I also write zines and social commentary as much as I can. Here’s a couple of zines I’ve written recently. #zines #socialcommentary

Howdy y’all! My name is Brigette and I am a stained glass artist in East Texas. I also write social commentary and co-founded an art collective called Fire House Nac. I’d love to follow more artists and chat about creative life! Here’s a piece that I made, “May there always be bread in your home.”