Turnout Key in GOP Senate Runoff
July 31 is a great time for a trip to the beach, or maybe a family vacation north to escape the Texas summer heat.
But it's not a great time to get people out to the polls for an election. That’s why turnout will be crucial in the GOP Senate runoff, where Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst and former state Solicitor General Ted Cruz will spend the month of July fighting to win the Republican nomination.
Audio: Ben Philpott's story for KUT News
"I think it's important for both of us, Mr. Cruz and myself," Dewhurst said ...

Comments (2)
Chris Lippincott via Texas Tribune on Facebook
Ted Cruz is a flip-flopper. In one sentence, he says the "grassroots" is one word. In THE VERY NEXT SENTENCE he says it's two words! Make up your mind, Mr. Cruz! The voters of Texas demand it!
Neil Moyer via Texas Tribune on Facebook
Am expecting really low turnout; seriously botched election!