Daily Archives: January 6, 2026

Judicial Q&A: Judge Jim Kovach

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Charles Kuffner

(Note: As I have done in past elections, I am running a series of Q&As for judicial candidates in contested Democratic primaries. This is intended to help introduce the candidates and their experiences to those who plan to vote in … Continue reading →

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Andrew White drops out of Governor’s race, endorses Gina Hinojosa

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Charles Kuffner

Very interesting. Houston businessman Andrew White on Monday dropped his Democratic bid for governor and endorsed state Rep. Gina Hinojosa to take on Gov. Greg Abbott in November. “With the primary just weeks away, the responsible choice is to come … Continue reading →

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Four fewer contested judicial primaries

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Charles Kuffner

Sometimes the fiercest action occurs outside of public view. Four judicial candidates withdrew from their 2026 election bids after incumbent judges and other Democratic opponents filed lawsuits alleging their candidacy filings contained forged signatures and other irregularities. Allison Mathis, a … Continue reading →

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Texas blog roundup for the week of January 5

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Charles Kuffner

The Texas Progressive Alliance wishes you a better 2026 than whatever 2025 was as it brings you this week’s roundup. Off the Kuff cheered as Ken Paxton got blocked again from his latest attempt to harass local prosecutors. SocraticGadfly offered … Continue reading →

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