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Early Voting Ends Soon: Prepare for March 3 Primaries

3/2/2026

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Voting Deadline Approaches

Early voting ends February 27 for the March 3 Primary Elections.
The March 3 Primary Elections determine candidates for statewide offices, including the U.S. Senate and the governor.
Voters may experience changes in their voting districts due to newly drawn congressional maps.
Polling places will be open on election day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
If issues arise, voters can contact the Texas Secretary of State's election hotline for assistance.

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Crockett Leads Primaries

Early voting in Texas surged, with nearly 1.3 million votes cast in the Democratic primary as the race between U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett and U.S. Representative James Talarico draws heightened interest.
Polls show Crockett leads Talarico by 12 percentage points.
Republican turnout has increased but remains lower than Democratic participation.
The election will determine candidates for key positions, including the U.S. Senate and governor.

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Historical Context

The Voting Rights Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson, aimed to eliminate racial discrimination in voting, resulting in a surge of Black voter registration in the South from 29% in 1965 to over 50% by 1967. This landmark legislation reshaped political dynamics, empowering African Americans and influencing party alignments, as seen in Texas's current competitive primaries.

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Voting Deadline Approaches

Early voting ends February 27 for the March 3 Primary Elections.
The March 3 Primary Elections determine candidates for statewide offices, including the U.S. Senate and the governor.
Voters may experience changes in their voting districts due to newly drawn congressional maps.
Polling places will be open on election day from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
If issues arise, voters can contact the Texas Secretary of State's election hotline for assistance.

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