Category: Politics
Cruz and O’Rourke Confident in First Debate, But There Was No Clear Winner
The two candidates for U.S. Senate engage in a contentious discussion on a variety of policy issues.
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Jack Martin Hopes for a Return to Civility in Texan Politics
The former Democratic kingmaker would also be happy to see a blue wave in November—but he’s not betting on it.
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Ray Benson Introduced Willie to Beto. “Blame Me,” He Says.
On this week’s podcast, Andy Langer talks with the Asleep at the Wheel leader about the tricky intersection of music and politics.
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What to Look For in Friday’s First Debate Between Ted Cruz and Beto O’Rourke
Two politicians not known for brevity will face off at 6 p.m on statewide television.
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Navigating the Disparate Results of Political Polls—A How-to Guide
Polling methodology and assumptions can create voter confusion over which political poll to trust.
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The Texas Hispanic Vote Is No Guarantee for Democrats. Here’s Why.
Two setbacks in state politics this week suggest Democrats should not take this bloc for granted.
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The Texas Democratic Party Has Lost the Ability to Sell Its Brand
In a stunning upset, Republican Pete Flores defeated Democrat Pete Gallego in a district Hillary Clinton won in 2016.
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Ted Cruz Takes a Nine Point Lead Over Beto O’Rourke
Undecided voters finally developed an opinion of O’Rourke—and it is unfavorable.
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These Are The Rural Texas Voters Enthusiastically Supporting Ted Cruz
Despite a sense of Beto-mania in other parts of the state, voters in rural Gonzalez, where the Texas Revolution began, enthusiastically cheer the incumbent.
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Documentary ‘Run Like the Devil’ Casts a New Light on the Cruz-O’Rourke Race
Austin filmmaker Steve Mims shows why (in some decidedly non-political ways) Ted Cruz and Beto O’Rourke aren’t so different after all.
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Finally, Democrats Lead in a Texas Poll, But It May Not Matter
Texas Hispanics prefer Democratic nominee for governor Lupe Valdez over Republican incumbent Greg Abbott by a slim margin and Beto O’Rourke over Republican U.S. Senator Ted Cruz by a wider margin. But does it matter for a voting block that …
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Beto O’Rourke Is the National Democrat of Texas, But Will That Help Him Win?
Donations and the love of Hollywood suggest that O’Rourke may be more popular outside the state—and more vulnerable at home.
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The Texanist: How Do I Talk Politics With My Friends in West Texas?
A Lone Star native who has lived in the Northeast for nearly four decades is nervous about socializing when she’s back at home.
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Beto O’Rourke Faces New Political Perils As Launch of Fall Campaign Begins
Despite a sense of momentum, the Democrat’s unconventional campaign is in unchartered territory as the candidate faces new scrutiny and political attacks.
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Ted Cruz Responds to Beto O’Rourke’s Viral NFL Protest Comments
The senator released a digital counterpunch to his competitor’s viral video, though it has yet to pick up the same steam.
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Will Beto O’Rourke Become President?
It might help if he loses to Ted Cruz.
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Bipartisan Road Trip By Two Texas Congressmen Wins National Award
When a Texas Republican and Texas Democrat drove 1,600 miles together to Washington and live-streamed it, the nation took notice.
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Democrat Justin Nelson’s Campaign Is a Prosecution of Attorney General Ken Paxton
In our podcast, the Houston lawyer argues that Texans should be embarrassed by Paxton’s criminal indictment.
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Love Him or Hate Him, the State Party Conventions Were About Trump
Podcast: Without Obama to demonize, Republicans went on defense; Democrats attacked the president.
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Texas Companies Turned Down Lucrative No-Bid Contracts to Expand Child Immigrant Camp
The refusal by the two firms to take on a yearlong contract came one day before Trump announced the end of family separation.
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