July 2020 Election Info

Early Voting June 29 - July 10

"...June 29, a week earlier than its originally scheduled July 6. The polls will be closed Fri.-Sat., July 3-4,..."

June 26, 2020 News Feature

Travis County Clerk Lays Out Her July Election Plan

Despite threats by AG Ken Paxton, Dana DeBeauvoir expects a "hybrid" July election

"...meant that the lines outside the county's polls on July 14 will likely include six feet of physical distancing..."

May 8, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Will Vote-by-Mail Happen by July Elections?

State, local officials at odds over how people qualify

"...vote by mail in the next election, set for July 14. A state district court said yes – but..."

May 1, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

By Mail or In Person, the July 14 Election Is Looming

Masks encouraged, distancing required; 25,000 mail ballots sent

"...is giving a summertime heads-up for voters anticipating the July 14 primary run-offs and special state Senate election (early..."

June 19, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Tales From Early Voting and More Before the July 14 Election

Last-minute jostling before election day

"...As of July 7, early voting turnout in Travis County stands at..."

July 10, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

The Latest Effects of Coronavirus on Texas Elections

Abbott postpones run-offs, Dems sue to expand vote-by-mail

"...developments: Gov. Greg Abbott postponed the primary run-offs to July 14, and the Texas Democratic Party sued to expand..."

March 23, 2020 News Post by Michael King

A Month-by-Month Guide to Election 2020 Madness

From local policy to the national election, we just want you to vote, OK?

"...Chronicle News desk has been gearing up for Election 2020 since the day after the 2016 trainwreck. Trust us..."

Jan. 10, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Chronicle Endorsements

July 14 Primary Run-off Election and Senate District 14 Special Election

"...to Democratic voters in advance of early voting (June 29-July 10) and election day, Tuesday, July 14...."

June 26, 2020 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board

How Are We Going to Vote?

While the U.S. moves toward voting by mail, Texas digs in its heels

"...In short, "nearly everybody" is not everybody – neither..."

June 12, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Texas Democrats Stay Organized Amidst the Pandemic

Get this party started

"...ambitious organizing plan to turn the state blue in 2020. Within two weeks, things had changed. "We then quickly..."

April 17, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Public Notice: Pushing Our Limits

Time to take COVID matters into our own hands

"...of your disability, you can call the Travis County Elections Division at 512/854-4783 and request curbside voting at any..."

July 3, 2020 News Column by Nick Barbaro

So, You Want to Vote by Mail – Now What?

Answers to your VBM questions

"...must first apply for a ballot. The Travis County Elections Division only sends out applications or ballots on specific..."

June 26, 2020 News Feature

Eckhardt, Rodriguez, Zimmerman Square Off for Watson’s Vacant Seat

Filing deadline passed, the SD 14 field locks into place

"...think we will have a very informed voter come July 14."..."

May 15, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Public Notice: Voting by Mail? Better Act Fast.

Plus: $$ for Tesla, Threadgill’s auction & more

"...to safely cast your ballot by mail for the July 14 election, you'd better get moving, because it's a..."

June 26, 2020 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Looking at the Hard-to-Handicap Race for a Texas Senate Seat

Who will take Kirk Watson's Texas Senate District 14 seat?

"...May but was postponed (along with the run-offs) to July 14 due to the COVID-19 pandemic – which, rather..."

July 10, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

“Texodus” From D.C. Raises Dems’ Expectations

Vulnerable GOP incumbents bail on 2020 congressional races

"...rather step down than face competitive reelection campaigns in 2020. First to retire was TX-22 incumbent Pete Olson, R-Sugar..."

Aug. 9, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

A Question of Compassion for Travis County's Family Violence Court

A woman alleged rape. The man she accused went free. Should his attorney run our court?

"...Commissioners Court to fill the seat until this year's elections. Dimple Malhotra was appointed in Oct­ober and then faced..."

June 19, 2020 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

The Other Four Candidates for Senate District 14

More and merry candidates join the fun

"...Special elections in Texas – typically called by the governor to..."

July 10, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Opinion: The Argument for Approval Voting

Don’t call them spoilers: These former Senate District 14 candidates think there’s a better alternative to run-offs

"...this has happened. In 2018, Austin had three run-off elections for City Council. Run-off elections are unfortunately commonplace...."

July 31, 2020 Column by Pat Dixon

Legal Heat Rises on Vote-by-Mail

Dallas Dems file criminal complaint against attorney general

"...In the latest wrinkle of the Texas vote-by-mail wars,..."

May 15, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Record Turnout in Run-Off Election Pushes Democratic Party Toward Change

State and local races show the blue getting bluer

"...justice reform advocates. In the last filing period (ending July 6) Garza reported $548,000 in contributions – including both..."

July 17, 2020 News Feature by the News Staff

Eddie Rodriguez Concedes Senate Race to Sarah Eckhardt

Longtime House rep foregoes run-off, emphasizes Dem party unity

July 31, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Voting by Mail in Texas: Where Things Stand

The law, and the lawsuits

June 12, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Advice on Ballot by Mail Voting

Got questions about the joint run-off and special election? The Travis County Clerk's Office has answers.

July 10, 2020 News Feature

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

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

"...Texas proving to be a battleground state in the 2020 presidential election. Here are some of the highlights: Making..."

May 29, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

Texas Voting Rights Groups, Voters Sue Gov. Abbott Over Order Closing Ballot Delivery Sites

One location per county is unconstitutional, suit argues

"...The Texas League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC),..."

Oct. 2, 2020 News Post by Beth Sullivan

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Early voting for the July 14 primary run-off and Senate District 14 election runs..."

June 26, 2020 News Feature

Congressional Campaign Fundraising [UPDATE]

Senate and House candidates late-posted dollars

"...Tuesday, Oct. 15, was the Federal Election Commission filing..."

Oct. 17, 2019 News Post by Michael King

Democrats and Their Campaign Teams Train Up to Turn Texas Blue

The Texas Democratic Party focuses on flipping the state as early as 2020

"...effort to turn the state blue as early as 2020. This kind of coordinated state party program is "historic,"..."

Sept. 20, 2019 News Feature by Roxy Bonafont

Can’t Vote by Mail Now? Perhaps November.

Courts have time – if not the will – to expand VBM before general election

"...comfort to Texans voting in person early or on July 14, but there remains a chance that the U.S...."

June 30, 2020 News Post by Michael King

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