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Another poll shows James Talarico leading Ken Paxton in their race for the U.S. Senate
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· August 4, 2026
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Key takeaway Further information about the poll can be found through the university's research center or the original report from Houston Public Media.
S. Senate race, a Democratic candidate is gaining traction. Details of the latest survey are available from Texas Southern University.
A recent poll is the third in a row to show this candidate ahead. The survey was conducted by a research center at the university. Further information about the poll can be found through the university's research center or the original report from Houston Public Media.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 4, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? In the U.S. Senate race, a Democratic candidate is gaining traction. Details of the latest survey are available from Texas Southern University. A recent poll is the third in a row to show this…
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