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March 14, 2019
A Beto O’Rourke Presidential Campaign Could Flip Texas
“Beto has the potential ― alone among the Democratic nominees ― to put Texas into play," political science fellow Mark Jones says. “If Trump is forced to go on the defense in Texas, that really complicates the rest of his election strategy." Huffington Post: https://bit.ly/2CkeCEx
Read more March 14, 2019
For Venezuela, Change will not be easy
"Until the de facto ruler of Venezuela is removed from office and a new government takes charge, they will have a limited capacity to influence what happens in the country, including getting humanitarian aid in and solving the crisis," fellow Francisco Monaldi says. KPRC-TV: https://bit.ly/2Hl6yYb
Read more March 13, 2019
Will Hurd: Rising GOP Star or Party of One?
The outspoken Hurd has defied liberals and Donald Trump, but his political balancing act is dicier than ever, writes Texas Monthly. Fellow Mark Jones comments.
Read more March 8, 2019
Political competition is moderating Texas GOP
“The worst thing that ever happened to Texas Republicans was the election of Donald Trump,” says fellow Mark Jones of the more moderate GOP tone in the current legislative session. The Economist:
March 8, 2019
Immigrants vital to Houston's economy
"To simply assume that if we close our doors, employers will be forced to hire workers at whatever wage they want ... that's just not the case. What will happen is that things will simply slow down," Mexico Center director Tony Payan says.