Politics & Policy
October 15, 2018
Forget the Polls — What Are the Betting Odds on Beto O’Rourke Versus Ted Cruz?
Let’s see where people are putting their money.
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Politics & Policy
October 15, 2018
Libertarian Candidate Files Federal Complaint Against Beto O’Rourke and CNN
Candidate Neal Dikeman alleges that planned hour-long town hall in McAllen amounts to a massive in-kind donation to the Democrat.
Politics & Policy
October 12, 2018
Beto O’Rourke Shatters Campaign Records by Raising $38.1 Million
His final quarterly fundraising report of the election season is a new high for all U.S. Senate races in the country.
Underdog: Beto vs. Cruz
October 12, 2018
Announcing ‘Underdog,’ an Inside Look at the U.S. Senate Race Between Ted Cruz and Beto O’Rourke
Can O’Rourke change the future of Texas politics, or will Beto-mania turn out to be another liberal fantasy? Listen to the first episode of ’Underdog.’
Music
October 11, 2018
Willie Nelson Officially Releases His Ballot Box Anthem “Vote ’Em Out”
And it's strangely bipartisan! Really!
Politics & Policy
October 11, 2018
Is Beto O’Rourke a Dead Politician Walking? Or Are the Polls Missing a Democratic Wave?
A new Quinnipiac University poll indicates Republican Senator Ted Cruz will easily defeat Democrat Beto O’Rourke. But could that poll and several others be wrong?
Politics & Policy
October 8, 2018
Richard Linklater Political Ad Pokes Fun at Ted Cruz
The video ad reminds viewers of Donald Trump’s Ted Cruz insults and of Cruz failing to act ’Texas Tough.’
Politics & Policy
October 5, 2018
Ted Cruz and Beto O’Rourke Fight It Out With Social Media Ads
O’Rourke has spent more on social media advertising than any politician in America this year—other than President Trump.
Politics & Policy
October 4, 2018
Donald Trump Jr. Comes to Texas to Stump for Dad’s Old Rival Ted Cruz
The president's son tell supporters that Cruz and his father have patched things up since the contentious 2016 presidential campaign.
Politics & Policy
October 3, 2018
How Brett Kavanaugh Is Being Used Against Beto O’Rourke
Republicans are taunting the news media to treat O’Rourke’s DWI with the same vigor as the allegations against the U.S. Supreme Court nominee.
The National Podcast of Texas
October 1, 2018
Mark McKinnon: ‘We’re Testing the Guardrails of Democracy and They’re Holding So Far’
On our latest podcast, a timely chat about Kavanaugh, Beto, and Mueller with the creator and cohost of Showtime’s 'The Circus.'
Politics & Policy
September 30, 2018
Beto O’Rourke Had a Very Different Type of Political Rally
And it wasn't just because of Willie Nelson. We spent time on the ground at Austin's Auditorium Shores on Saturday night, and here's what we found.
Music
September 28, 2018
Texas Musicians Love Beto O’Rourke
...and they've loved him long before Willie Nelson stepped up.
The Texanist
September 22, 2018
The Texanist: What’s the Deal With This Willie Nelson Boycott?
A California man wonders why people are angry at everyone's favorite Texas country artist
Politics & Policy
September 22, 2018
Cruz and O’Rourke Confident in First Debate, But Was There a Clear Winner?
The two candidates for U.S. Senate engage in a contentious discussion on a variety of policy issues.
Music
September 21, 2018
Ray Benson Introduced Willie to Beto. “Blame Me,” He Says.
On this week’s podcast, Andy Langer talks with the Asleep at the Wheel leader about the tricky intersection of music and politics.
Politics & Policy
September 20, 2018
What to Look For in Friday’s First Debate Between Ted Cruz and Beto O’Rourke
Two politicians not known for brevity will face off at 6 p.m on statewide television.
Politics & Policy
September 20, 2018
Navigating the Disparate Results of Political Polls—A How-to Guide
Polling methodology and assumptions can create voter confusion over which political poll to trust.
Politics & Policy
September 19, 2018
The Texas Hispanic Vote Is No Guarantee for Democrats. Here’s Why.
Two setbacks in state politics this week suggest Democrats should not take this bloc for granted.
Politics & Policy
September 18, 2018
Ted Cruz Takes a Nine-Point Lead Over Beto O’Rourke in New Poll
Undecided voters finally developed an opinion of O’Rourke—and it is unfavorable.
Politics & Policy
September 18, 2018
These Are The Rural Texas Voters Enthusiastically Supporting Ted Cruz
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.
Music
September 15, 2018
In Our Hyper-Political Times, Even Willie Nelson No Longer Unifies Us
The Red-Headed Stranger announced he’d be playing a rally for Beto O’Rourke. What happened next was predictable.
Film & TV
September 14, 2018
Documentary ‘Run Like the Devil’ Casts a New Light on the Cruz-O’Rourke Race
Austin filmmaker Steve Mims shows why (in some decidedly non-political ways) Ted Cruz and Beto O'Rourke aren't so different after all.
Politics & Policy
September 11, 2018
Are Some Republicans Ready to Abandon Ted Cruz for Beto O’Rourke?
Polling firm finds some Republicans are ready to cross party lines.
Politics & Policy
September 11, 2018
Some People Think Ted Cruz Is a Jerk. Is It Enough to Make Him Lose?
President Trump’s budget adviser says the Texas Senate seat is in play because the party nominee is not likable.
Politics & Policy
September 6, 2018
Finally, Democrats Lead in a Texas Poll, But It May Not Matter
Texas Hispanics prefer Democratic nominee for governor Lupe Valdez over Republican incumbent Greg Abbott by a slim margin and Beto O’Rourke over Republican U.S. Senator Ted Cruz by a wider margin. But does it matter for a voting block that notoriously fails to turn out on Election Day?The poll, conducted
Politics & Policy
September 6, 2018
Beto O’Rourke Is the National Democrat of Texas, But Will That Help Him Win?
Donations and the love of Hollywood suggest that O'Rourke may be more popular outside the state—and more vulnerable at home.
Politics & Policy
September 4, 2018
A Billboard With Trump’s Meanest Tweet About Ted Cruz Is Going Up in Texas
Their fraught primary relationship comes back to haunt Texas’s junior senator.
Politics & Policy
August 31, 2018
Beto O’Rourke Faces New Political Perils As Launch of Fall Campaign Begins
Despite a sense of momentum, the Democrat’s unconventional campaign is in unchartered territory as the candidate faces new scrutiny and political attacks.
Politics & Policy
August 28, 2018
Ted Cruz Responds to Beto O’Rourke’s Viral NFL Protest Comments
The senator released a digital counterpunch to his competitor’s viral video, though it has yet to pick up the same steam.
Politics & Policy
August 27, 2018
Will Beto O’Rourke Become President?
It might help if he loses to Ted Cruz.
Politics & Policy
August 23, 2018
Beto O’Rourke Is Everywhere. Why Don’t More Texas Voters Know Him?
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.
Politics & Policy
August 22, 2018
Beto O’Rourke’s Commentary on NFL Player Protests Is Blowing Up the Internet
"I can think of nothing more American," the candidate said. It’s another viral hit for the digital wunderkind.
Politics & Policy
August 9, 2018
What Could Ted Cruz’s Campaign Have Meant When It Called Beto O’Rourke a ‘Triple Meat Whataburger Liberal’?
Thank you, Ted Cruz campaign, for introducing the Whataburger-themed insult to Texas politics.
Politics & Policy
August 1, 2018
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer Is Asking About Beto O’Rourke–Ted Cruz Race
The Senate leadership was briefed on the Texas race as a pair of new polls show O'Rourke neck and neck with the incumbent Cruz.
Politics & Policy
August 1, 2018
O’Rourke Trails Cruz by Two Points in Latest Poll
All other statewide offices on the ballot remain comfortably in the hands of Republicans.
Politics & Policy
July 27, 2018
Proxy War: The U.S. Senate Race in Texas and President Trump
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.
Politics & Policy
July 18, 2018
Bipartisan Road Trip By Two Texas Congressmen Wins National Award
When a Texas Republican and Texas Democrat drove 1,600 miles together to Washington and live-streamed it, the nation took notice.
Border & Immigration
June 23, 2018
Relatives of Separated Children Are Now in ICE’s Sights
Unprecedented ICE access to ORR data turns safe placement screening into a mechanism for immigration enforcement, officials and activists say.
Politics & Policy
June 18, 2018
Beto O’Rourke Is Looking for Answers on Family Separation Too
The Democratic Senate candidate led a march to the new Tornillo facility holding immigrant children, but he doesn't have a full picture of what's going on inside.
Politics & Policy
May 30, 2018
O’Rourke, Valdez Election Support Is Slipping
What may be more troubling for Democrats is that half of the state’s voters still don’t know much about the two standard-bearers.
Politics & Policy
April 25, 2018
Democrats Create Big-Money PAC to Oppose Senator Ted Cruz
A new super PAC wants you to F Ted Cruz—fire him, that is.
Politics & Policy
April 18, 2018
Little-Known Beto O’Rourke Is Nipping at Ted Cruz’s Heels
More than half of those in a new survey lack an opinion of Beto O’Rourke, but he’s still tied with Cruz.
Politics & Policy
April 16, 2018
Did a Prominent Republican Donor Have a Hand in Helping Beto O’Rourke?
Oilman Tim Dunn is investing in a super PAC trying to defeat the Democratic senate nominee after helping him win a seat in Congress in 2012.
Politics & Policy
April 4, 2018
Beto O’Rourke Hits Pay Dirt With Bernie Sanders Money Machine
The Democratic Senate nominee raked in $6.7 million and paid more than $2.6 million to former Sanders fundraisers.
Politics & Policy
March 10, 2018
Beto O’Rourke’s Campaign Strategy Isn’t Changing
The senate hopeful, fresh off an underwhelming primary win, talked about rejecting PAC money at SXSW.
Music
February 15, 2018
Does Beto O’Rourke’s Spotify Playlist Support His Punk Rock Credentials?
Digging into the U.S. Senate hopeful's six hour Spotify playlist.
Politics & Policy
January 25, 2018
Beto O’Rourke Is Polling Like a Generic Democrat. Can That Make Him a Threat?
Cruz's disapproval ratings may put him at risk.
Politics & Policy
January 20, 2018
Ted Cruz Suddenly Goes Low-Profile on the Government Shutdown
Senator Cruz set the stage for a 2013 federal shutdown with a dramatic reading of Green Eggs and Ham. Now, he’s quiet.
The National Podcast of Texas
January 19, 2018
National Podcast of Texas, Episode Three
On this episode, we dive into Beto O'Rourke's moonshot campaign, catch up with Laredo's nightcrawler, and talk to Gay Gaddis about her new book, 'Cowgirl Power: How to Kick ass in Business and Life.