Politics
In Leaked Report, Texas Democrats Blame COVID-19 For Weak Performance in 2020
Posted on · An internal report finds a decision to forgo door-to-door canvassing hampered voter registration and turnout compared to Republicans.
Tag: Texas Democratic Party
Politics
Federal Appeals Court Hears Texas Vote-By-Mail Case
Posted on · The Texas Democratic Party is suing the state, arguing that its rules to apply for a mail-in ballot violate the 26th Amendment.
In-Depth
Texas Democrats Counting On Nonwhite Vote To Flip Seats In 2020
Posted on · Party leaders at this year’s state convention argue changing demographics, Trump’s unpopularity, and a major investment by the Biden campaign can help them carry Texas in November
Politics
Texas Democratic Leaders Invoke George Floyd As State Convention Moves Online
Posted on · Party chair Gilberto Hinojosa called on members to redouble their efforts toward victory in November, despite their shock at recent events
Election 2020
Is 2020 The Year Texas Becomes A Battleground State?
Posted on · Urbanization, demographics, and economics are combining to make the Lone Star State more competitive than it’s been in decades
Politics
Texas Democrats Plan Massive Voter Registration Drive To Win House
Posted on · State party leaders argue control of the Texas House of Representatives is still within reach, despite last week’s special election loss in Fort Bend County.
Texas
State Rep. Dwayne Bohac Announces He Won’t Seek Reelection
Posted on · Bohac's decision gives Democrats one of their best pickup opportunities next year in the Texas House.
Texas
Gov. Greg Abbott Says “Mistakes Were Made” In His Fundraising Letter Before The El Paso Shooting
Posted on · The governor’s comments come after reports emerged of a two-page fundraising mailer that warned of a liberal plan to "to transform Texas — and our entire country — through illegal immigration."
News
Texas Democrats Say Immigration Is A Key Issue, But Are Short On A Plan
Posted on · Many Democrats say they are concerned that immigrants are being criminally prosecuted, while also frustrated with how badly staffed those courts are.
News
Texas Republican Convention Seeks To Clarify The Party Platform And Energize Its Base
Posted on · “It’s putting forward that dystopian view in their minds about what would happen if a Democrat did win.”
News
Castro Eyeing 2020 Presidential Run, But Isn’t Ready To Committ — Just Yet
Posted on · Castro said his decision on whether or not to run for president will be based on a combination of factors over the next year
News
A New Low: Texas Democrats Don’t Have Candidate For Governor
Posted on · After high-profile candidates lost decisively in the last two elections, the party now finds itself in unprecedented territory for the 2018 ballot: With no major candidate to run.
Politics
Texas Democrats Struggle To Find Candidate To Challenge Abbott In 2018
Posted on · Governor Greg Abbott launched his reelection campaign last week. He already has roughly $41 million in the bank.
Election 2016
Tim Kaine Slams Donald Trump Over Security, Tax Returns At Houston Rally
Posted on · The Democratic vice presidential nominee held out hope for Texas Democrats, comparing their situation to his home state of Virginia when he first ran for statewide office.
Election 2016
State Leaders Of Clinton, Sanders Campaigns Appeal For Party Unity
Posted on · The call comes on the eve of the Texas Democratic Convention in San Antonio.