Texas Republicans

Top Texas Republicans fume over House Speaker win, claim election was stolen

I have been closely following the recent events surrounding the Texas Republicans’ reactions to the House Speaker win and the claims of a stolen election. What strikes me the most is the constant victim mentality and refusal to accept defeat gracefully within the party. The allegations of election theft and cries of foul play are becoming all too common amongst the GOP, especially in cases where their preferred candidate does not emerge victorious.

The idea that Dade Phelan, a fellow Republican, relied on Democrats’ votes to secure his win in the Republican runoff is being painted as a scandal, with claims that the election was stolen.… Continue reading