3 takeaways from Texas Democratic Party convention as midterm elections approach

Gromer Jeffers Jr., The Dallas Morning News


DALLAS — For more than two decades, Texas Democrats have been trying to wander out of the wilderness, and the upcoming midterm elections may be one of their toughest odysseys.

Last week's convention in Dallas was supposed to set the tone for their reemergence, both in statewide elections and critical legislative contests in November.

Did they hit the right notes?

It all sounded good from the podium, but there are political realities that Democrats glossed over or didn't address. They are sparked by 2022's extraordinary news events, including the Supreme Court's decision to strike down constitutional abortion rights, the Uvalde mass shooting that sparked another gun control debate and reminders brought on by the summer heat that the Texas grid still needs work to be fully fortified.

Those issues mix with traditional Democratic talking points, including the need to bolster civil rights and voting rights.

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(Bryan-College Station Eagle)

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