Strayhorn and Friedman Launch Texas Petition Drives
Independent gubernatorial hopefuls Carole Keeton Strayhorn and Kinky Friedman begin signature collection to reach 45 540 voters each for the November ballot. Friedman plans a Capitol rally after midnight while Strayhorn starts on Wednesday. Volunteers and aides, including Strayhorn’s son, push the effort statewide with thousands of supporters ready.
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Simmons wins Republican county seat in primary race
In Ector County, incumbent County Commissioner Simmons secured the Republican nomination as no Democrat filed for November. He has served since 2000 after being elected in 1999 and vows to continue attracting industry and managing finances, while challenger Brookshire extends best wishes.
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Precinct 4 runoff set as Rodriguez leads Democratic race
Rodriguez tops a 1,028 vote field with 41.44 percent while Ray wins 27.92 and Chavira 27.24 in the Precinct 4 Democratic primary. Runoff contenders Ray and Rodriguez discuss campaigns as voters decide who will fill the county commissioner seat paying 33245.92 annually with a 5400 car allowance.
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Whalen Hails Cross‑Party Victory Effort and Support
Denn Whalen says the win came from hard work and a broad base of support that crossed party lines, highlighting sustained effort and broad coalition backing. The remark frames the victory as a product of inclusive organizing.
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Whalen defeats Caddel in race for judge position
Whalen credited broad community support as decisive while Caddel conceded after 10 boxes and early ballots showed him far behind. Caddel lamented low turnout and urged more public participation. The retiring judge post carries a $125,000 base salary with county and juvenile board stipends.
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