Daily Archives: July 26, 2018

What’s the deal with that Civiqs poll?

Last week, Markos at Daily Kos posted this: I didn’t want to believe Politico’s, “Beto-mania sweeps Texas.” But a look at our Civiqs Texas data (which we poll for our own use, not for any client), and holy shit, it’s … Continue reading

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Cruz proposes five debates

All on Fridays, but at least he’s offering something. U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, has challenged Democratic opponent Beto O’Rourke to five topical debates before Election Day, about three months after O’Rourke challenged Cruz to six. Cruz strategist Jeff Roe … Continue reading

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If we actually wanted to increase voter participation

Here’s what we’d do, courtesy of the Center for American Progress: This report examines the problem of low voter participation in America, which includes structural barriers that keep Americans from having their voices heard as well as widespread disillusionment with … Continue reading

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Texas blog roundup for the week of July 23

The Texas Progressive Alliance has never seen a more pathetic and cowardly performance by a President as it brings you this week’s roundup.

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