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Party Politics: New Sexual Misconduct Allegations Against Brett Kavanaugh

Sophie Moll

Posted on September 20, 2019 · Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina offer insight on the new sexual misconduct allegations against Brett Kavanaugh

Tags 2020 presidential candidate 2020 presidential race 2020 Texas midterms federal reserve Judge Brett Kavanaugh Lt. Governor

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Party Politics: Texas Shootings and Gun Control

Sophie Moll

Posted on September 6, 2019 · Brandon Rottinghaus and Jeronimo Cortina provide insight into recent Congressional retirements and the upcoming fight for Texas during the 2020 Midterm Elections.

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