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5 Takeaways From The 1st Democratic Debate

Domenico Montanaro, NPR

Posted on June 27, 2019 · If you're a Democratic voter, did you come away with a clear feeling of who of that first batch of 10 candidates could be president — and is best positioned to take on President Trump?

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Here’s How Texans Are Reacting To Beto O’Rourke’s Presidential Run

Alvaro 'Al' Ortiz

Posted on March 14, 2019 · Some say the popularity he gained last year when he ran against Senator Ted Cruz strengthens his candidacy. Republicans are criticizing his stance on immigration.

Tags Bernie Sanders Beto O'Rourke cory booker Democratic Donald Trump El Paso Elizabeth Warren Kamala Harris ted cruz texas white house

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Embattled President Trump Delivers Postponed State Of The Union Address

HPM Digital Team

Posted on February 7, 2019 · Party Politics co-hosts Jay Aiyer and Brandon Rottinghaus highlight the top issues.

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Political Roundup: State Of The Union Analysis, And Gov. Abbott’s Emergency Items

Abner Fletcher

Posted on February 6, 2019 · The Houston Matters experts discuss the latest political stories with an eye for how they might affect Houston and Texas

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Special counsel Robert Mueller departs after a closed-door meeting in June with members of the Senate Judiciary Committee. There are two bipartisan proposals aimed at making sure he is not fired from that post.

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Senators Introduce 2 Bills To Try To Keep Trump From Firing Mueller

Doreen McAllister, NPR

Posted on August 4, 2017 · President Trump cannot directly fire special counsel Robert Mueller, who is investigating Russia's involvement in the 2016 election. There are, however, some strategic moves that could remove Mueller.

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Beto O’Rourke’s campaign reflects on failed governor race

Patrick Svitek, Texas Tribune

Posted on November 15, 2022 · In a press call Monday, O’Rourke’s team reflected on its failures during the election, but said Gov. Greg Abbott had the advantage with his ability to attract media attention and rely on” established narratives” that historically favor Republicans.

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“The fight goes on”: Families of Uvalde shooting victims hoped for change that didn’t come

URIEL J. GARCÍA, Texas Tribune

Posted on November 10, 2022 · The families of some of the 19 children killed at Robb Elementary rooted for Beto O’Rourke, hoping he would help change Texas gun laws. They left disappointed but determined to fight on.

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Beto O’Rourke has lost three races in four years. Is his political career over?

JAMES BARRAGÁN, The Texas Tribune

Posted on November 9, 2022 · He has been the Texas Democratic Party’s great hope. But after failed runs for senator, president and governor, observers wonder if he has a political future.

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Texas election results 2022: Governor, lieutenant governor, attorney general, U.S. House races

HPM Staff

Posted on November 8, 2022 · Gov. Greg Abbott looks to win a third term and Republicans hope to maintain their statewide dominance.

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