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.
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In the Rio Grande Valley, a Humbled GOP Battles with Democrats for the Center
Trumpian Republicans run left on abortion, border Dems sound more like national politicians, and both ignore crucial grassroots issues.
Bordering on Cowardice
From Joe Biden to Colin Allred, Democrats are flip-flopping on an issue at the heart of the American experiment.
‘We Have to Put These People Back in Their Place’: Gene Wu Explains White Supremacy, Reddit, and Life in the Minority
"A lot of these little things had a very strong white-supremacist basis."
Fight for Change Where You Live
“Our efforts can’t be limited to complaining on our social media accounts.”
Trey Martinez Fischer Will Helm the Democratic Opposition
The San Antonio political pugilist explains how he'll lead the state House Democratic caucus in yet another bleak year.
Beto’s Lost Year
“I don't know what my role or yours will be going forward,” said the Texas Dems’ political star, after $70 million bought a bracing defeat.
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How Far Can Texas Democrats Take the Quorum Break?
House Democrats are intent on staying in D.C. until this session’s GOP voting bill is dead. Beyond that, it’s unclear.
Lulu Seikaly Wants to Flip One of Texas’ Most Conservative Suburban Districts
In Collin County, the political newcomer is betting big on Asian American voters—and Republicans who are tired of Trump.
Loon Star: Blue Wave
Ben Sargent on the 2018 midterms.