Texas Forced to Erase Buddy Holly Tribute Under Politicized Federal and State Road Safety Orders

The heart of Lubbock, Texas, is preparing to lose an emblem of its own heritage—the Buddy Holly crosswalk adorned with the rock legend’s signature glasses. What should be a simple tribute to one of America’s musical pioneers has become yet another casualty in the growing crackdown on expressions deemed "political" or distracting by Washington and Austin bureaucrats. Installed in 2020 near the Buddy Holly Center, this tasteful homage has drawn fans and residents alike who cherish Lubbock’s unique identity. Yet now, under Governor Greg Abbott’s directive enforcing compliance with federal road safety rules, local officials face pressure not from public...