Democratic Representative Jasmine Crockett is strongly considering a Senate bid in Texas, prompted by polling data that suggests she is a frontrunner. This potential move comes in response to Republican redistricting efforts, which could eliminate a Democratic-leaning district. A recent poll showed Crockett leading the primary with 31% of the vote. However, State Representative James Talarico has quickly gained momentum, raising $6.2 million in just three weeks after announcing his Senate run, exceeding fundraising efforts by other contenders, despite a limited name recognition among voters.
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Former Texas Representative Beto O’Rourke is considering a run for Senate in 2026, despite having lost several elections since his last win in 2016 and with Colin Allred already running. O’Rourke, who declined to challenge Senator John Cornyn in 2020, lost to Ted Cruz in 2018, and Greg Abbott in 2022. Amidst Cornyn’s difficult primary battle with Ken Paxton, O’Rourke has called on Democrats to be “ruthless” and use redistricting to their advantage. He believes that Democrats have a real opportunity in 2026 and must take action.
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Texas is about to ban talking on college campuses at night. Seriously. This proposed law, Senate Bill 2972, aims to prohibit “engaging in expressive activities on campus between the hours of 10 p.m. and 8 a.m.” The sheer breadth of this ban is staggering; it encompasses virtually any form of communication or expression, from casual conversation to writing a paper, posting online, or even wearing a t-shirt with a message.
This isn’t just about quiet hours; it’s about silencing any and all expressive conduct protected under the First Amendment. The potential impact is enormous, impacting students’ ability to study together, participate in late-night discussions, or even simply socialize.… Continue reading
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