“ This film is not just about Texas. It’s about humanity. It’s the inspiration we need right now to keep fighting.”

“Podcasters, grassroots activists, clergy members, and former Border Patrol officers all play a role in the push and pull of the historically red state, and the progressive movement that’s trying to turn it blue.”

“In THE PUSHBACK, Kevin Ford’s most recent film, though not entirely a fly-on-the-wall perspective, Kevin stays clear and close to his mission — to amplify voices and stories of people on the front lines who are fighting to make change.”

“The Pushback is a roving celebration of the Texans—particularly women of color—who are fighting to make our state reckon with its racist past while pushing it toward a more just and equitable future.”

“As the female producer on the film, I felt strongly about helping to elevate the women in the film and really protect the heart and emotions of their stories.”

“A documentary about progressive activists in Texas.”

“Kevin Ford’s inspirational and very important film on the progressive movement in Texas.”

“ Ford focuses on two women of color who emerged victorious during their respective bid for public office in 2018: Austin City District 1 Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison and Congresswoman Veronica Escobar, who represents Texas’ 16th Congressional District in El Paso.”

“The Pushback chronicles two newly-elected public officials — Congresswoman Veronica Escobar and Councilwoman Natasha Harper-Madison — and shines a light on immigrant rights and institutional racism across the state.”

“Director Kevin Ford talks about his documentary, THE PUSHBACK, as part of our series, South By South Of Houston”