Past Contributions

• How to know if you’re spending too much on housing in Texas

  By Emily Yount Swelgin, Chris Essig, Brandon Formby and Naema Ahmed Oct. 5, 2018

  We analyzed housing data in hundreds of Texas ZIP codes to create a searchable tool so readers can see how affordable their neighborhood is. Full Story 

• With candidates in every U.S. House race, Texas Democrats see fundraising boom

  By Abby Livingston, Claire Parker and Naema Ahmed July 18, 2018

  The growth in fundraising reflects candidates in many traditionally Republican areas running professional campaigns that party faithful hope will have a long-term impact. Full Story 

• How the Texas Democratic and Republican party platforms compare

  By Alex Samuels, Cassandra Pollock and Naema Ahmed July 5, 2018

  Last month, Texas Republicans and Democrats approved the latest versions of their party platforms. A close look at these documents provides a snapshot of where the two parties stand on guns, gay rights, marijuana and other issues. Full Story 

• Hispanic Texans on pace to become largest population group in state by 2022

  By Alexa Ura and Naema Ahmed June 21, 2018

  Texas' Hispanic population increased from 9.7 million in 2010 to 11.1 million last year, according to new census population estimates. Meanwhile, the state's white population has increased by about 458,000 people. Full Story