Ted, In 2018, the first election after Lamar Smith retired, Chip Roy got 50% of the vote to Joseph Kosper's 48%. That's very close especially in Texas terms. As the incumbent in 2020 Chip Roy did a bit better - 52% to Wendy Davis's 46%. So with a strong candidate I think it very possible to unseat. I think one thing voters liked abo…
Ted, In 2018, the first election after Lamar Smith retired, Chip Roy got 50% of the vote to Joseph Kosper's 48%. That's very close especially in Texas terms. As the incumbent in 2020 Chip Roy did a bit better - 52% to Wendy Davis's 46%. So with a strong candidate I think it very possible to unseat. I think one thing voters liked about Kosper was he is a veteran. I personally like to vote for veterans because they know what is means to fight for America, not just a party.
Ted, In 2018, the first election after Lamar Smith retired, Chip Roy got 50% of the vote to Joseph Kosper's 48%. That's very close especially in Texas terms. As the incumbent in 2020 Chip Roy did a bit better - 52% to Wendy Davis's 46%. So with a strong candidate I think it very possible to unseat. I think one thing voters liked about Kosper was he is a veteran. I personally like to vote for veterans because they know what is means to fight for America, not just a party.
Why on earth would anyone vote for that creep over Wendy Davis? Hope she keeps after it. Have been sending support her way since her epic filibuster.