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Understanding Your Vote: Early Primary Elections Kick Off in Houston Area

Early voting for the March 2026 primary elections is underway in the Houston area, allowing registered voters to participate in either the Republican or Democratic primary, but not both. Key legal provisions ensure accessible voting through multiple locations, extended hours, and free public transportation, aiming to uphold constitutional voting rights and inform the public on significant local and statewide races.

Feb 17, 2026

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Texas Redistricting Fallout: Menefee Takes Big Lead in New TX-18 Primary, Garcia Holds Strong in TX-29

This report covers new poll results showing Christian Menefee leading Al Green in the Democratic primary for the redrawn TX-18 and Sylvia Garcia ahead in TX-29. These shifts directly result from a Texas Republican-led mid-decade redistricting plan, which the U.S. Supreme Court upheld, fundamentally altering the electoral landscape and voter representation in these Houston-area districts.

Feb 13, 2026

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Houston’s 18th District Runoff: Legal Battles and Voting Rights Take Center Stage

Houston voters are set to choose their next representative for the 18th Congressional District in a special runoff election this Saturday. The election highlights critical legal issues, including the Governor's delayed call for the election, judicial intervention to extend early voting due to weather, and the long-term impact of mid-decade redistricting on voter representation and political power.

Jan 31, 2026

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