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'These antidemocratic politicians are trying to throw away the votes of more than 5,000 Harker Heights residents — but we won't let them,' Ground Game Texas said.

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The families of some of the 19 children killed at Robb Elementary rooted for Beto O’Rourke, hoping he would help change Texas gun laws. They left disappointed but determined to fight on.

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Citing thousands of complaints received throughout the midterm cycle, voter advocacy groups want the Texas Legislature to bolster voter protection and education measures, and revisit recently passed laws that empowered partisan poll watchers.

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He has been the Texas Democratic Party’s great hope. But after failed runs for senator, president and governor, observers wonder if he has a political future.

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As evidence of gerrymandering's grip on the political landscape, none of the five districts in the Alamo City delegation changed parties.

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Gonzales said his number one priority is curbing domestic violence. He also wants to continue progressive policies such as cite and release.

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