We Have Not Seen Ugly Yet
Two things are as certain as bluebonnets in spring now that Ken Paxton is the Republican nominee for the Senate in Texas: Democrats have a better-than-usual chance of winning statewide. And the next 23 weeks are going to be hideous.
TL;DR
- Ken Paxton is the Republican nominee for the Texas Senate, potentially giving Democrats a better chance to win statewide.
- The campaign between Paxton and Democratic nominee James Talarico is anticipated to be highly contentious and negative.
- Paxton, a MAGA supporter, shares a history of legal and ethical issues with Donald Trump.
- Talarico, a progressive Democrat, has faced criticism for past statements on gender identity and abortion.
- Republicans plan to label Talarico as a "woke DEI candidate," while Democrats intend to highlight Paxton's scandals.
- Despite the challenges, Democrats see potential in Talarico's favorability ratings and a possible lack of enthusiasm among some Republican voters.