Democrats could flip Texas Senate seat because Paxton 'is so awful': Sabato
A high-profile election analyst says state Rep. James Talarico (D) may give Democrats a real shot at finally winning a statewide race in Texas given general election political weakness in his opponent, state Attorney General Ken Paxton (R).
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An election expert says Democrats might win a Texas Senate seat. He says Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton is unpopular and weak. Democrat James Talarico, a state representative, could run against him. If Paxton stays weak, Democrats have a better chance to win a statewide office in Texas.
Why it matters
Winning a statewide race in Texas would be a major shift for Democrats in a state that usually votes Republican. It could signal changing political attitudes among Texas voters.
- Who is the election analyst mentioned in the story?
- The article does not name the analyst, only quotes his comments.
- Who is James Talarico?
- He is a Democratic state representative from Texas who might run for the Senate seat.
- Why is Ken Paxton described as 'awful'?
- The analyst says Paxton is politically weak and unpopular with many Texans.
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Democrats could flip Texas Senate seat because Paxton 'is so awful': Sabato
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