Another day, another entitled Democrat politician thinking the rules don't apply to them. Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo found herself unceremoniously escorted out of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo after attempting to waltz into a restricted chute-seat area without the required wristband – then had the audacity to run crying to social media about her "mistreatment."
According to rodeo officials, Hidalgo tried to access areas clearly marked as off-limits without proper credentials. When security rightfully stopped her and asked her to leave, the Democrat judge apparently couldn't believe that her political position didn't grant her special privileges at a private event.
But here's where it gets truly pathetic – instead of accepting responsibility for ignoring clearly posted rules, Hidalgo took to social media to post a lengthy whining complaint about the incident. She accused the hardworking rodeo staff of having "mentality" issues and claimed she was mistreated.
Really? The same woman who has spent years imposing COVID restrictions and other heavy-handed mandates on Texas families can't follow basic event rules herself?
"This is exactly the kind of entitled behavior we've come to expect from Democrat politicians who think they're above the law," said one Houston-area conservative activist. "Regular Texans have to follow the rules, but apparently Judge Hidalgo thinks she deserves special treatment."
The Houston Rodeo is a beloved Texas tradition that brings together hardworking Americans to celebrate our agricultural heritage and Western values. It's a place where everyone – regardless of political position – should respect the rules and the staff who work tirelessly to put on this incredible event.
Instead of taking this embarrassing incident as a learning opportunity about humility and following rules, Hidalgo chose to double down with her victim mentality. This is the same mindset that drives Democrat policies across the country – rules for thee, but not for me.
Maybe next time Judge Hidalgo will remember that in Texas, we believe in personal responsibility and treating everyone with respect – including the people who keep our communities and events safe.