Uncertainty Over Texas' Maps Dampens Fundraising

Give political donors an opportunity to say no, and they'll almost always accept it.

Delays in the primary dates aren't enough reason to hit the brakes — sooner or later, there will be an election. But the uncertainty over political lines — and which maps will be used for this year's elections — is dampening some candidates' ability to raise money.

"It would be a whole lot better if we knew who to ask," said Steve Ray, a Republican political consultant with several clients in districts that change dramatically from one map to the next.

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