Does Taylor Rehmet’s Victory Foreshadow an Anti-MAGA Wave?
As the dust settles, Texas Dems and Republicans weigh the lessons from the shock upset in Senate District 9.
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The Rising Progressive Majority in South Texas
Our people are searching for new leadership, and progressive Democratic Latinas are a viable option.
In GOP Primaries, Abbott Crushes Opponents While Paxton Forced into Runoff
Abbott’s shameless lurch to the right pays off, while Paxton may finally pay a price for clownish corruption in a runoff battle.
Progressive Greg Casar Trounces Competition in Central Texas Congressional Primary
Longtime State Rep. Eddie Rodriguez, meanwhile, flops.
What Electing A New Railroad Commissioner Means for Texans
Despite its vital role regulating oil and gas companies, the Railroad Commission has long operated in the shadows. Thanks to a provocative TikTok, and the aftermath of Winter Storm Uri, the agency is having its moment.
The Rio Grande Valley Is at a Political Crossroads
Redistricting, retirements, and a resurgent GOP make 2022 a year of political possibilities in a Democratic border stronghold.
Rodriguez Goes on Offense Against Homeless Camping in Democratic Primary
The longtime state representative and congressional candidate parrots conservative talking points in wedge-issue mailer.
Can Beto Compete With Abbott’s Campaign Cash Machine?
The latest campaign filings show that the Democratic gubernatorial hopeful can still raise lots of money. But the powerful incumbent with a massive political war chest remains on another level.
Jessica Cisneros Takes Her Second Shot at the King of Laredo
The primary rematch for Congressional District 28 is a litmus test for Democrats in South Texas.
Special Election Loss in San Antonio Could Spell Trouble for Dems in the Midterms
In a hotly contested special election contest, Republicans trump Democrats on their home turf—securing a seat in a predominantly Hispanic state House district that could be hard to wrest back in 2022.