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Texas Elections 2018

Texas Democrats Who Worked For Obama See Their Ties As Midterm Election Strength

Christopher Connelly, KERA

Posted on February 9, 2018 · Republicans say they’re more than happy to have Democratic challengers embrace their Obama connections

Tags 2018 elections Barack Obama Colin Allred Ed Meier Lillian Salerno Pete Sessions

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Posted on September 13, 2023 · The writer and satirist discusses his book, "Profiles in Ignorance," ahead of an appearance in Houston Sept. 21.

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Texas Sen. Roland Gutierrez enters Democratic primary targeting U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz in 2024

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Posted on July 10, 2023 · Known for pushing gun restrictions after the Uvalde school shooting in his district, Gutierrez will vie for the opportunity to take on Republican Cruz in the general election. U.S. Rep. Colin Allred, D-Dallas, is already running in the primary.

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The Latest in American Politics: The 2024 Presidential Race, Houston Mayoral Race, and More

Garrett Bohlmann

Posted on July 5, 2023 · Experts in political science share their insight on local, state and national politics.

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How Liberty County’s last Democratic officeholder lost in 2022, cementing total GOP dominance

Posted on November 30, 2022 · There are no remaining Democratic elected officials in Liberty County, a rural community northeast of Houston, after longtime Justice of the Peace Ronnie Davis lost his re-election bid in November.

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