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Canseco’s Cheap Crusade

Francisco “Quico” Canseco has run a pretty desperate campaign this election cycle. First, he tries to smear his opponent, Rep. Pete Gallego, as an extreme abortion proponent. Then, the conservative...

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Who Doesn’t Like Chuy?

Senator Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa is having a much easier sail to victory than he had originally feared. Unfortunately for his Republican opponent, Raul Torres, everybody likes the incumbent and his record....

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Sadler’s Final Pitch

In the final weeks of his campaign, Sadler has gained the critical wind to become a serious candidate for the United States Senate against Tea Party extremist Ted Cruz. In his final pitch to Texas...

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ELECTION DAY: Student Special Interests

This stakes are high in this election for students and young people. (Actually, they are high in every election.) It is important for Texans to take time to educate themselves and understand everything...

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STAY IN LINE!

You have a legal right to cast a ballot if you arrive before 7pm! Where do you vote? Find out where to vote here. If you live in the following counties, you can vote at any polling place within the...

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Stop Flirting with Texas, Julián

Make a move already, Mayor Castro. Texas wants you. The time to start thinking about 2014 ain’t in 2014; it is today! You are a national player. You have been an active fighter for the Texas Democratic...

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George P. Bush: Running for Something

The Washington Post is reporting that George P. Bush, the Hispanic nephew of George W. and son of Jeb, filed a campaign treasurer appointment on Wednesday with the Texas Ethics Commission. This is a...

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South East Houston Juggernaut Sylvia Garcia Joins The SD-6 Race

Many speculated it. Few denied it. And today, former Harris County Commissioner Sylvia Garcia declared it. Sylvia Garcia, a juggernaut of South East Houston politics, will be running for the open...

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What’s Your Democratic Dream Ticket 2014?

The Texas Democratic Party’s Executive Committee (SDEC) will be meeting informally on December 8, 2012 to discuss and outline a game plan for the 2014 election cycle. In addition to fundraising and...

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Don’t Stall Democracy, Governor

The battle to replace the late Sen. Mario Gallegos (D-Houston) is fully underway. Rep. Carol Alvarado and former Commissioner Sylvia Garcia have been fundraising, blockwalking, volunteering, picking up...

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7 Reasons to Draft Wendy

The time to Draft Wendy for Governor has arrived. 1. Wendy now has name recognition that will bring in national dollars. The sad era of Texas Democratic dollars going out of the state is over. Wendy’s...

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8 Undeniable Reasons Why Austin Needs Celia

Celia Israel is the overqualified and hyper-energetic Latina running to replace former State Representative Mark Strama in the House District 50 Special Election. She is kinda weird, but that is what...

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OPEN LETTER TO TEJANAS: 5 Reasons You Should Run with Wendy

Dear wise Texas Latina, I hope you are as excited as I am about Wendy’s fight to take back the Governor’s Mansion. She has the energy, reputation and talent to take our state back and guide it into a...

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Abbott and Obama Teamed Up Against TX Business

Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott’s recent assertion that “I go into the office, I sue the federal government and I go home” did not stop him from teaming up with Obama and his liberal lackey Eric...

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4 Easy Ways To Be A Part of #TeamWendy

The next Governor of Texas can’t take over the mansion alone. She’s gonna need all hands on deck, y’all. Here are four easy ways to be part of the effort. 4. Post it. Tweet it. Pin it. Love it. Share...

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Vote Wendy. Vote Leticia. Vote Comprehensive Immigration Reform.

With Wendy and Leticia at the top of the ticket next year, things are already looking great for Texas Democrats and Hispanics. Yet, there is more! In order to raise further excitement during the 2014...

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A Good Candidate Who Bullies

Negative campaigning ain’t anything new or rare, but the race for Travis County Judge is getting unnecessarily nasty. Sarah Eckhardt and her supporters have launched a strange crusade against Andy...

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This “Democrat” Loves Republicans

Why is David Alameel trying to be the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senator here in Texas? Alameel ran for Congress in 2012, spent an average of $1,276.78 per vote, and came in fourth place. As it turns...

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Gamechanger: Anonymous, Misogynic & Homemade Flyer

With just a week to go until early voting, here is a last minute appeal to get you to vote against Texas Democratic women that was mailed anonymously to offices at the Capitol. It is a gem full of...

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Misleading Anti-Martinez Attacks Border on Racism; Elite Rhetoric from Adler...

Stepping away from an honest debate over public policy and Austin’s future as a fast-growing city, some of Steve Adler’s supporters have resorted to shameless attacks on Mike Martinez that are unfair...

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