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Texan Quotes

Lines on Texas roots, family history, and identity.

Identity runs through these quotes, from a mixed-heritage upbringing to a family line traced back generations, including an ancestor tied to a famous early battle. Similar pride in roots also shows up in the Mark Bradford collection.

My mother is French, my father is Texan.

Quotes by Mireille Enos

If you ain't Texan, I ain't got time for you.

Quotes by Kinky Friedman

I'm a 10th-generation Texan. My ancestor - Andrew Kent - fought at the Alamo.

Quotes by Jessica Collins

Frequently Asked Questions

What identity themes appear in these quotes?
Several speakers describe mixed heritage, generational roots tracing back to early state history, and strong regional pride.
Is one of the quotes referencing a historical event?
Yes, one speaker mentions an ancestor's involvement in a famous battle tied to a fight for independence.
Why does regional pride show up so strongly in this topic?
This state has a distinct cultural identity, and these lines reflect how deeply some people tie their sense of self to that heritage.
Do any of the quotes contrast this identity with something else?
Yes, one contrasts a parent from another country with a parent from this state, highlighting a blend of very different backgrounds.
What other identity-themed topics pair well here?
For more on family background and heritage, see the Message quotes collection.

One quote takes pride to a blunt extreme, drawing a sharp line around who gets attention and who doesn't. For more on state identity and belonging, see Message or the Prepares quotes.