Winning a large share of the Hispanic vote in Texas will be crucial for Texas-affiliated Republican presidential hopefuls. As the candidates tiptoe toward the 2016 starting gate, experts helped the Tribune handicap their chances with this critical voting bloc.
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Cruz, Perry Make a Splash at Iowa GOP Summit
The 2016 Republican presidential nomination chase unofficially began Saturday, and U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz and former Gov. Rick Perry made it clear that they’re in the hunt.
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State Government
Roundup: Perry, Pomp and Patrick’s Senate
In the Roundup: Rick Perry performs one of his last acts as governor, the inauguration of Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick brings thousands to Austin, and the Senate votes to do away with a 70-year-old tradition.
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Health care
The Brief: Jan. 22, 2015
From state agencies paying employees’ tuition to House budget writers sending a shot across the UT System’s bow, here are two good reads to start your day.
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Introducing Our 2016 Presidential Page
Check out our new landing page for Texas-centric coverage of the 2016 presidential election — from the will-he-won’t-hes of Rick Perry and Ted Cruz to front-runners’ swings through the Lone Star State.
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The Brief: Jan. 21, 2015
A day of festivities surrounding the inauguration of Texas’ newest governor, Greg Abbott, and lieutenant governor, Dan Patrick, ended with the traditional black tie gala.
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Slideshow: Inauguration Day
This slideshow features the work of our photographers, who covered Tuesday’s parade, speeches and inauguration of Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, along with the inaugural ball at the Austin Convention Center.
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Perry Ranks Among Top Longest-Serving U.S. Governors
Outgoing Texas Gov. Rick Perry has not only become the longest-serving governor in state history. He also ranks among the 10 longest-serving governors in American history.
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Energy
The Brief: Jan. 20, 2015
Festivities are the order of the day as the state’s newest governor and lieutenant governor are sworn in.
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Politics
Mexican Governors Won’t Be at Abbott Inaugural
Mexican governors attended the gubernatorial inaugurations of Ann Richards, George W. Bush and Rick Perry. But in a break with tradition, they won’t be in Austin when Gov.-elect Greg Abbott takes his oath of office.
