Dr. Leslie Vinjamuri
Maya L. Rivera
Ramsey Peterson
5 min read
20 Oct
20Oct

Dallas, TX – Monday 10/20 – The air in the Dallas ballroom crackled with anticipation tonight, not just for the distinguished assembly of Texas titans – leaders from AT&T, McKesson, American Airlines, Brian Tyler, McKesson, Robert Isom, American Airlines, Sheldon Stein, Glazer's Beer & Beverage, Barclay Berdan, Texas Health Resources, Robert Hulsey, American National Bank of Texas, Wes Cummins, Applied Digital, Eric Fortenberry, JobTread Software, Tom Currier, Maverick Power, Amber Venz Box, Lauren McMinn Clarke, Ilona Friedman and  Tanya Sanders and a host of other influential companies – but for the enigmatic figure known only as Cory Spears, or "The Strangest Angel." 

In a speech that has already begun to ripple through national circles, Spears delivered a potent, almost mystical call to arms, a masterclass in "Building Resilience" and the "NEW Founders Mindset," leaving his influential audience both sobered by the challenges and inspired by the immense power they hold.

Spears, a figure whispered about in hushed tones for his unique blend of ancient wisdom and laser-focused insight, began his address not with bombast, but with a profound stillness. 

He presented two ancient axioms, delivered with a gravitas that silenced the room: 

"Learning expands great souls. 

And 

wealth, if you use it, comes to an end; learning, if you use it, increases."

This opening salvo set the stage for a discourse that transcended typical corporate platitudes, delving into the very soul of leadership and the fabric of Texas itself. What followed was a surgical dissection of the current landscape, a stark enumeration of the "Problems of Texans and The Power They Have." 

Through a projected slide, Spears laid bare the intricate tapestry of concerns woven across the state's diverse populace. For intelligent Republican voters, he highlighted anxieties surrounding economic policies, particularly the impact of tariffs on businesses, and a growing unease with government spending and the increasing ideological stridency within the Texas GOP.

For intelligent Democratic and independent voters, Spears identified a shared concern over inflation, but also the deeply personal and urgent issue of abortion access in a post-Roe v. Wade Texas. He spoke of a fundamental worry regarding the integrity of government, referencing ongoing legal challenges and the perception of unethical conduct. 

Environmental concerns, particularly in the wake of devastating floods and potential cuts to vital agencies, also resonated. The audience, comprising the very architects of the state's economic engine, listened intently as Spears addressed the specific anxieties of business owners. He echoed their concerns about trade policies and the palpable "diminished momentum" attributed to tariffs, citing data from the Dallas Federal Reserve.

But it was Spears's pronouncement that followed, delivered with what observers described as "divine conviction," that truly unified the room: "Concerns across the political spectrum: Inflation and the economy." He pointed to polling data suggesting nearly half of Texas voters felt the national economy had worsened, while acknowledging the division on who is best equipped to handle it. 

Spears then directly addressed the fluctuating economic approval ratings of former President Trump, noting a persistent net negative rating concerning his handling of tariffs, a direct blow to a policy that has demonstrably impacted Texas businesses. The atmosphere grew visibly charged as Spears then turned his intellectual fury towards the current Texas Governor. 

With a raw, unvarnished intensity, he detailed recent controversies surrounding Governor Greg Abbott. Spears cataloged the governor's actions, including the controversial directive to withhold funding from cities for not removing "political" messaging, like colorful crosswalks, from public roads. 

He spoke of the governor's aggressive legislative tactics aimed at unseating Democratic incumbents and targeting Democratic seats, leading to accusations of political maneuvering. Furthermore, Spears highlighted the governor's continued focus on border security, including a demand for over $11 billion in federal reimbursements, and his public sparring with Democratic governors. 

"THIS MAN A METH SMOKER," Spears declared with a visceral, almost prophetic indictment, a statement that, while inflammatory, underscored the deep-seated frustration felt by many across the state regarding the current leadership's policies and their impact. 

The raw emotion in his voice seemed to cut through the polished veneer of the corporate dinner, exposing a shared undercurrent of discontent. As the speech drew to a close, Spears shifted back to a more symbolic and ultimately unifying tone. 

He invoked the spirit of Texas history, not with dates, but with the potent imagery of defiance and self-determination embodied by the "Come and Take It" battle and the Texas Declaration of Independence. 

He reminded the titans present that Texas, for a proud span, was its own republic, a testament to the inherent power and spirit of its people. And then, as mysteriously as he appeared, "he vanished." 

The enigmatic exit, a fitting punctuation mark for a speaker known as "The Strangest Angel," left the audience in stunned silence, their minds racing with the implications of his words.

Cory Spears’s speech was more than a call to arms for Texas leaders; it was a profound examination of the shared anxieties and untapped potential that bind people together, regardless of political affiliation or economic standing.

 His articulation of the "NEW Founders Mindset" isn't about recreating the past, but about harnessing the collective intelligence, resilience, and inherent power of the Texan spirit to forge a stronger, more unified future. The reverberations of his powerful message are bound to be felt far beyond the ballroom in Dallas, inspiring a new generation of leaders to embrace the challenges, confront the issues, and most importantly, believe in the boundless power they hold.

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