Can a Tejano Star Restore Dems’ Power in South Texas?
In his bid to win a Trumpy congressional seat, Bobby Pulido is blending his moderate message with charismatic campaigning.
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Did Texas Republicans’ Restive Runoffs Imperil Their November Ballot?
In almost all cases, the most problematic, extremist, unqualified, and Trumpian candidate won the day.
They’re Mostly Anglo. They’re Largely from Austin. And They Just Might Have a Shot.
Led by James Talarico, a relatively well-qualified Democratic slate—one that poorly reflects the state's demography and geography—might have gotten its most important boost from the Republican side on Tuesday.
Christian Menefee’s Win Foreshadows Fights to Come Across the South
Al Green was a fighter past his prime, and Houstonians finally chose a new direction. But a post-Voting Rights Act world means that intraparty fights over Black representation are just beginning.
The Eternal Recurrence of Colin Allred
The former Dallas congressman and (twice) Senate hopeful successfully completed his redux bid to come back to the U.S. House.
Blue Dog Dem Fends Off Maureen Galindo in Wake of Anti-Zionist Tirades
In a crucial congressional race this November, Bexar County Sheriff’s Deputy Johnny Garcia vies to join the ranks of two fellow South Texas Blue Dog Dems in Washington.
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Not with a Bang but with a ‘Truth’
With the press of a button in his social media app, the president puts a probable end to more than two decades of Senate striving.
In South Texas House Runoff, It’s a Progressive Insurgent Versus the Establishment
In Hidalgo County's open House District 41, Bernie-backed Julio Salinas is up against McAllen City Commissioner Seby Haddad, who’s backed by most of the local politicos.
Ken Paxton’s Glass House
A rhetorical analysis of the numerous political stones cast from the Texas attorney general's office during his run for U.S. Senate