STATE POLITICS

Texas Democrats rely on voters of color to be competitive. So why are their top statewide candidates mostly white?

The GOP slate for statewide office includes two high-profile Latinos and two Black candidates who have previously held state or federal office. Republicans are making a play to be more competitive with voters of color as the state’s electorate grows more diverse.

By James Barragán, The Texas Tribune
Posted 11/18/21

For decades, Texas Democrats have banked on the growth of voters of color, particularly Black and Latino voters, as the key to their eventual success in a state long dominated by Republicans.

But …

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