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American Citizenship and Other Myths
We shouldn’t ignore the protofascism brewing on the JD Vance-aligned right. But the status quo ante isn’t good enough either.
Gus Bova
Gus Bova is the editor-in-chief of the Texas Observer. In 2016, he joined the Observer as an intern, later becoming a staff writer and an assistant editor. He's covered immigration, homelessness, labor, politics, and other major Texas stories. Before coming to the Observer, he worked at a shelter for recently arrived immigrants and asylum-seekers. He studied Latin American Studies at the University of Kansas.
Articles by Gus Bova
To Lead Blue Backlash, Texas Dems Turn to Austin
November's liberal army will be helmed by James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa, after the capital city and Latino-majority areas propelled the former to victory over Jasmine Crockett.
In Battle for Shriveled Soul of GOP, Congressman and YouTuber Will Face Off Again (Again)
A repeat Republican runoff sure to degrade all who participate in it, or even think of it, might create a long-shot opening for Texas Dems.
Editor’s Letter: Introducing Our March/April 2026 Issue
A note from the editor-in-chief
Midterm Memo: The C-Team. Maybe B-.
It could definitely be worse.
Editor’s Letter: Introducing Our January/February 2026 Issue
A note from the editor-in-chief
Our Most-Read Stories of 2025
Some of the articles that y'all really loved this year
Our Best Longform Stories of 2025
Nonfiction that's meant to be started, finished, and leave you with something to show for it
Editor’s Letter: Introducing Our November/December 2025 Issue
A note from the editor-in-chief
🎶It’s His Party and He’ll…🎶
... try to efficiently administer the primary process and persuade people to fill empty precinct chair positions, among other duties.