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New Dewhurst Ad Says Voters "Can't Trust" Patrick

The latest statewide TV spot from Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst's re-election campaign tells voters they "just can't trust" opponent Dan Patrick, highlighting his name change and history of bankruptcy. Patrick, a Houston state senator, is vying to unseat Dewhurst in a May Republican primary runoff.

by Morgan Smith

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The latest statewide TV spot from Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst's re-election campaign tells voters they "just can't trust" Dan Patrick, highlighting his name change and history of bankruptcy. Patrick, a Houston state senator, is vying to unseat Dewhurst in a May Republican primary runoff. 

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