Texas Democrat James Talarico May Be on Track to Turn the Lone Star State Blue

Yes, Virginia, there may in fact be a blue wave in Texas this year.

I’ve been in Texas politics for most of my adult life. I worked for Governor Ann Richards, a Democrat. And I worked for Republican George W. Bush when he ran for the governor’s mansion—and the White House. I’ve witnessed the best of times and the worst of times for both parties.

Which is to say: I’ve seen a lot of changes. From Blue Dog Democrats to the Tea Party to MAGA. From LBJ to Dubya to Greg Abbott.

For years…