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Democrats Seek Winning Candidate for Texas Senate Seat

12/13/2025

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Democrats strategize for a majority by evaluating candidates for the Texas Senate seat.
Moderates express concerns about Colin Allred, a former NFL player, after his loss to Sen. Ted Cruz.
State Representative James Talarico generates interest, but moderates see him as too liberal for statewide win.
Democrats prefer a conservative, anti-establishment candidate, especially if Ken Paxton, a MAGA extremist, is nominated.
The Texas outcome will shape Democrats' Senate ambitions.

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Story summary

Democrats strategize for a majority by evaluating candidates for the Texas Senate seat.
Moderates express concerns about Colin Allred, a former NFL player, after his loss to Sen. Ted Cruz.
State Representative James Talarico generates interest, but moderates see him as too liberal for statewide win.
Democrats prefer a conservative, anti-establishment candidate, especially if Ken Paxton, a MAGA extremist, is nominated.
The Texas outcome will shape Democrats' Senate ambitions.