David Simpson: The TT Interview
On Friday afternoon, the Republican state representative from Longview talked about why he ran for speaker, the real reason he quit the race and what happens next.
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Comments (3)
Cara Bonin via Texas Tribune on Facebook
He should not have to face threats. his resignation is proof that the establishment needs to be taken down.
Bill Eaves via Texas Tribune on Facebook
Simpson you ran off a candidate that wouldn't quit........you just gave it to Straus w/o a fight......keep your head down......
Rick Perrys-Taint
He's a grandstanding clown. Longview deserves retribution for electing this fool.:)