Democrats face steep climb in Texas as O’Rourke mounts governor bid
| Beto O’Rourke’s entrance into the race for Texas governor on Monday delivered a dose of hope to Democrats, even as doubts remain about the party’s ability to gain ground in a state that has largely eluded them for years.
O’Rourke, a former congressman who rose to prominence during his 2018 bid against Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas), is already a proven fundraiser, and his campaign announcement marked a major recruitment win for Democrats who are hoping to compete aggressively against Gov. Greg Abbott (R) next year. |
