Candidates in the two crowded Republican primary races for the Texas Railroad Commission, grasping for voter attention and trying to break out of their respective packs, could be headed to July runoffs, according to the latest University of Texas/Texas Tribune poll.

The May survey also finds a strong Tea Party contingent in the Texas GOP, but not as strong as it was a year ago. Voters appear willing to consider alternatives to their current state representatives. Three-fifths said they plan to vote early instead of waiting for the May 29 election to come around after the three-day weekend. And ...

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