Government of Texas
New Texas abortion bill expected to have outsized impact on Latinos
In Texas, legislators from both parties believe their positions on abortion are in line with Latino voters. Republicans, the party behind the state’s new anti-abortion bill, see themselves as in sync with Latino Catholics, for example. But because the bill has the potential to impact lower-class women more, Democrats see themselves as more aligned.
Texas Governor Rick Perry Won’t Seek Re-election
Texas Governor Rick Perry has set the stage for a major political shuffle in the Lone Star State with his announcement yesterday that he will not to seek re-election next year. “The time has come to pass on the mantle of leadership. Today I am announcing I will not seek re-election as governor of Texas.” […]
Rick Perry Drops from Presidential Race
CNN is reporting this morning that Texas governor and GOP presidential candidate Rick Perry will drop his bid for the nomination just days ahead of the South Carolina primary. Perry drops his bid amid tepid poll numbers as candidates will scramble to pick up what little support he had. Mitt Romney faces his biggest test […]
Top of the Hour: Perry Suspends Campaign, Morning Headlines
Governor Rick Perry announced he would suspend his campaign and return home to Texas after his disappointing fifth place finish in Tuesday night’s Iowa caucuses. Perry, who received just over 10 percent of the vote, told supporters he will be praying and reflecting before making his next step.