R.G. Ratcliffe

Sep 18, 2018 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

Despite a sense of Beto-mania in other parts of the state, voters in rural Gonzales, where the Texas Revolution began, enthusiastically cheer the incumbent.

Sep 11, 2018 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

Polling firm finds some Republicans are ready to cross party lines.

Sep 11, 2018 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

President Trump’s budget adviser says the Texas Senate seat is in play because the party nominee is not likable.

Sep 6, 2018 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

Donations and the love of Hollywood suggest that O'Rourke may be more popular outside the state—and more vulnerable at home.

Aug 31, 2018 — By R.G. Ratcliffe and Carlos Sanchez

Despite a sense of momentum, the Democrat’s unconventional campaign is in unchartered territory as the candidate faces new scrutiny and political attacks.

Aug 23, 2018 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

O’Rourke continues to nip at Ted Cruz’s heels in the latest poll, even if a third of the state's voters are unfamiliar with him.

Aug 1, 2018 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

An Austin man can’t post a printer gun code on the internet, but you can buy it on a thumb drive for $10.

Jul 27, 2018 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

Ted Cruz versus Beto O’Rourke may be the most anticipated Texas race on the November ballot, but June’s state party conventions were all about Donald Trump.

Jul 13, 2018 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

Hutchison shows discomfort at President Trump’s style, but her record shows she’s in agreement with the substance of his remarks.

Jul 12, 2018 — By R.G. Ratcliffe

In our podcast, the Houston lawyer argues that Texans should be embarrassed by Paxton's criminal indictment.