By Robert Moore, El Paso Matters Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is warning cities and counties that road markings that convey “social, political, or ideological messages” may violate federal and state road safety standards. Although Abbott’s message doesn’t identify any specific messages, many cities in recent years have added colorful markings on roads and sidewalks honoring LGBTQ pride and support for the Black Lives Matter movement. The intersection of Stanton and Franklin streets in Downtown El Paso, popularly known as Pride Square, includes rainbow colors on sidewalks and parts of the street.

“Today, I directed the Texas Department of Transportation to ensure Texas counties and cities remove any and all political ideologies from our streets. To keep Texans moving safely and free from distrac

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