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The week in politics (Aug. 19, 2026)
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· August 19, 2026
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Key points The show will also explore an alternate scenario for Texas, considering what might have been if the state had been divided into five separate states. A weekly politics roundup is scheduled to discuss the latest developments.
A weekly politics roundup is scheduled to discuss the latest developments. The show will also explore an alternate scenario for Texas, considering what might have been if the state had been divided into five separate states. This scenario will be applied to a specific city, examining how it would have been affected by such a change.
Further details about the discussion and the potential implications of this alternate scenario are available from the source. The weekly roundup and discussion of the alternate Texas scenario are part of a scheduled show, with more information available for those interested in learning more about the topics to be covered.
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Published: August 19, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS) ·
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