How the Democratic Primaries Could Affect Down-Ballot Races in Austin

See what happens when the circus is in town

"...battleground state, it's been predicted that voter turnout in Democratic strongholds like Austin would be off the charts. Which..."

Feb. 28, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Number of Republicans Voting in Travis County's Democratic Primary Up Significantly

So far, nearly 1 in 5 have recent Republican voting history

"...have made the unusual decision to vote in the Democratic party’s primary election...."

March 1, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

Primaries: Parties Agree on April 3

Dems, GOP set new calendar, but still need court approval

"...step, the Republican Party of Texas and the Texas Democratic Party have issued a joint press statement. And why..."

Dec. 16, 2011 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Primaries Set

Filing closes, with some last minute surprises

"...Filing in the March 2 primaries closed at 6pm Monday, and there were some real..."

Jan. 4, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

The March Primaries and After: The Filing Report

Flurry of last-minute filings

"...Travis Co. Republicans had filed for the March 4 primaries, all for county-level offices. But in a flurry of..."

Jan. 11, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Welcome to the Primaries

A roundup of primary races important to the Austin area

"...The main statehouse event in Austin is the six-way Democratic primary battle to succeed retiring Rep. Glen Maxey in..."

March 1, 2002 News Feature

Breaking News: Primaries This Sunday!

Just when you thought Texas politics couldn't get any weirder

"...are now scratching their heads about having to fight primaries across districts measuring 268,580 square miles in less than..."

March 30, 2012 News Feature by The 'Chronicle' News staff

Texas Democratic Convention to Host Panels, U.S. Senate Debate Online

Originally to be held in San Antonio, the TDC kicks off June 1

"...On the heels of Texas' Super Tuesday primaries in March, the coronavirus pandemic upended political systems near..."

May 29, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Democratic and Republican Joint Primary: March 12, 2002

Early voting through Friday, March 8

"...The joint primary election allows the Republican and Democratic parties to nominate candidates to represent their parties in..."

March 8, 2002 News Feature

Travis County Democratic and Republican Parties Narrowly Avoid Litigation Over Primary Voting

TCRP will hand-count all Republican ballots, but shared voting locations are intact

"...On Monday, the Travis County Democratic Party came perilously close to suing the Travis County..."

Dec. 22, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Commissioners Court Candidates Get Early Start on Democratic Primary

In Western Travis, it's almost 2020

"...Although the 2020 party primaries are a year away, Democratic candidates are already lining..."

March 29, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Welcome to the Primaries

The Chronicle tells you what this year's state primary candidates are all about: Money, media, and dos Morales-es.

"...start until the fall campaign. (Check out our Chronicle endorsements)Democratic Races Today, we're taking special note of the statewide..."

Feb. 22, 2002 News Feature by Michael King

Few Election Surprises as Texas Finally Finishes Its Primaries

The field is set

"...to correct that Texas voters who participated in the Democratic or Republican primary may only vote in that party's..."

May 27, 2022 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Balancing the Scales of Justice on Texas’ Most Important Courts

Dems run en masse for statewide judicial seats

"...A strange sensation – hope – pervades the Texas Democratic Party this year and has resulted in something not..."

Feb. 14, 2020 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Election Update, 1/4/10

File 'em if you've got 'em

"...so any remaining potential names for the March 2 primaries have until 6pm tonight to prove they weren't just..."

Jan. 4, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Wendy Davis: In For Governor Race

UPDATE: Fort Worth Dem to challenge GOP stranglehold next November

"...she will be running for governor in the 2014 Democratic primaries...."

Oct. 3, 2013 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Quick Election Round-Up: State

Statewide and local primary results

"...what's going on around Texas in the Republican and Democratic primaries:..."

March 2, 2010 News Post by Lee Nichols

What You Need to Know About U.S. Senate and House Races in Texas

Early voting in Texas starts Feb. 18, 2020. Here's the view from atop your Texas primary ballot.

"...week of December, early voting in the 2020 Texas primaries is only a couple of months away. It runs..."

Dec. 6, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Election Ticker: Marching Toward 2020

Early voting in the primaries is only seven weeks away

"...connection with voters. Not everyone is worried; Travis County Democratic Party Chair Dyana Limon-Mercado told the Ticker: "I think..."

Dec. 27, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Endorsements

Democratic and Republican Primaries, March 7

"...endorsements in selected contested races for the March 7 primaries in Travis County; we make no endorsements in uncontested..."

Feb. 24, 2006 News Feature

Endorsements

Democratic and Republican Primaries, March 7

"...endorsements in selected contested races for the March 7 primaries in Travis County; we make no endorsements in uncontested..."

March 3, 2006 News Feature

Valinda Bolton Kicks Off

Former state rep says she’ll bring experience to Commissioners Court

"...St., Valinda Bolton formally initiated her run for the Democratic nomination for Travis County Commissioner, Pct. 3. Citing her..."

May 5, 2019 News Post by Michael King

Point Austin: For Your Consideration

When you enter the poll, make your best choice ... these are ours

"...offers our endorsements for (in this case) the March primaries. If you haven't noticed – and judging from local..."

Feb. 16, 2018 News Column by Michael King

Page Two: Running in Place

Movie-serial style coverage plagues the most thrilling, genuine, and troubling Democratic contest in decades

"...– including myself. The most thrilling, genuine, and troubling Democratic contest in decades has some muttering in disgust at..."

May 30, 2008 Column by Louis Black

Naked City

Scott Loras and Jill Warren head into an acrimonious runoff for the GOP nomination for Texas House District 48.

"...judges, has worked for Democrats, and has voted in Democratic primaries. Warren's supporters say Loras is a plaintiff's trial..."

April 7, 2000 News Feature by Rob D'Amico

Balancing the Scales of Justice on Texas’ Most Important Courts

For the first time in years, Dems are running en masse for statewide judicial seats

"...A strange sensation – hope – pervades the Texas Democratic Party this year and has resulted in something not..."

Feb. 21, 2020 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

May 29 is Primary Day

Early voting rises late in Travis County before election day

"...boxes, but with total turnout in tomorrow's May 29 primaries still only just cracking 6%, it could be anyone's..."

May 28, 2012 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Point Austin: Scenes From an Election Day

A snapshot of one primary day's political doings

"...On the Democratic side, Smith credited Houston hair mogul and Mansion hopeful..."

March 5, 2010 News Column by Michael King

Primary Filings: The Republicans

Texas GOP rallies challengers for both party's incumbents

"...unified list of Republican filers for the March 2 primaries. The GOP House committee, state party and Travis County..."

Jan. 6, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Primary Filings: The Democrats

Breaking down the election filings for the Dems

"...be a slow March 2 for the Travis County Democratic Legislative delegation, but with filing for the 2010 primaries..."

Jan. 5, 2010 News Post by Richard Whittaker

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