Democrats vow to rebuild in Texas statewide bid
Texas Democrats wrapped their state convention pledging to rebuild and push a bold platform aimed at recapturing top statewide offices. Chairwoman Molly Beth Malcolm was reelected as 7,000 delegates endorsed a plan calling for stronger hate crime laws, public school funding, and universal health care as 2002 races approach. Senator Gonzalo Barrientos said Democrats will fight hard, while Republicans remain confident they can retain power.
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Battle for Texas Legislature Dominates Fort Worth Rallies
Fort Worth ap reports key races shape control of the Texas Legislature. Senate Districts 2 and 3 and House District 11 are battlegrounds with high stakes for redistricting in 2001. Fisher of East Texas challenges Staples for District 3, while District 2 pursues Democrat Cain and Republican Deuell in Dallas.
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Platform endorses core values at Texas Democratic convention
Fort Worth AP delegates from across Texas approve a platform detailing the party's core values. It supports stronger hate crimes protections including sexual orientation, universal affordable health care, Medicare drug coverage, and continued CHIP support.
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