As we approach the final days leading up to the election, both Congressman Colin Allred and Sen. Ted Cruz have been actively campaigning, visiting areas where their parties have historically been successful. Last week, they kicked off the final stretch by joining the presidential candidates in two major Texas cities.
Blaise Gainey, a political reporter for The Texas Newsroom, provides a detailed account of where the two candidates have been and where they plan to go next in their campaign efforts.
Abortion has emerged as a significant issue in the minds of many voters this election year, particularly because it is the first presidential election since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. This landmark decision had protected abortion access for decades, making it a crucial issue where voters’ religious beliefs can heavily influence their views.
Olivia Aldridge from KUT News spoke to two Central Texas Christians who have differing conclusions on abortion during this election cycle, shedding light on the diverse perspectives within the religious community.
Mariela Camacho, owner and baker at Comadre Panaderia in Austin, shares the significance of pan de muertos, a traditional bread mainly baked for Día De Los Muertos. She also offers insights into how she prepares this special bread, adding a personal touch to this cultural tradition.
In the Houston area, voters have varying opinions on school vouchers, with some expressing that it does not significantly impact how they cast their ballots. However, the election results could determine the fate of a potential voucher program in Texas and its specific parameters. Adam Zuvanich of Houston Public Media delves into the differing perspectives of families and schools on this contentious issue.
San Antonio’s Institute of Texan Cultures, a historic landmark dating back to the 1968 world’s fair, is currently facing the threat of demolition as part of a larger redevelopment plan for the area. Jack Morgan, an arts and culture reporter for Texas Public Radio in San Antonio, discusses the institute’s historic significance and the potential roadblocks in its demolition plans.
The overturn of Roe v. Wade with the Dobbs decision in 2022 marked a significant victory for the anti-abortion movement, following a decade-long battle to reshape legal precedent. Authors and New York Times reporters Elizabeth Dias and Lisa Lerer delve into the political landscape that paved the way for this pivotal decision in their new book, “The Fall of Roe.”
As the week in Texas politics unfolds, James Barragán from The Texas Tribune provides a comprehensive recap of the latest developments and events shaping the political landscape in the state.
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