The state of Texas has long had significant influence on national politics. With both Presidents Bush hailing from the Lone Star State, and Sen. Ted Cruz making waves in Washington today, our state is well represented among influential politicians. But thatâs just half of the story. Texas businesses and industries also influence the goings-on in DC through their lobbying arms.
We discuss the role Texas plays in national politics with Mark Leibovich, Chief National Correspondent for The New York Times Magazine, and the author of THIS TOWN: Two Parties and a Funeral. The book examines the insider culture in Washington. Leibovitch dropped by Houston Public Media this week, during a tour promoting the paperback edition of his book. He spoke with Houston Matters host Craig Cohen.
