You may have noticed that Biden or his staff was president for a few years. The fact that Trump won in 2024 doesn't diminish the fact that there was a real risk that he could have lost again. I voted for Trump, so I'm glad I was right. Hopefully the risk that Paxton poses, if he wins, also ends up happily. But that doesn't mean that he's not a risk - he is.

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This is exactly the reason we need a conservative primary before the primary. Let conservatives pick between Paxton and Hunt (if he is conservative), and THEN that person would face RINO Cornyn alone in the actual primary. Of course this would need to happen before Dec 8th as that is the primary filing deadline.

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If worried about the anti-Cornyn vote being split, as long as Cornyn doesn't get 50% of the vote, there will be a runoff.

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You may have noticed that Biden or his staff was president for a few years. The fact that Trump won in 2024 doesn't diminish the fact that there was a real risk that he could have lost again. I voted for Trump, so I'm glad I was right. Hopefully the risk that Paxton poses, if he wins, also ends up happily. But that doesn't mean that he's not a risk - he is.

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Biden won? That's not what I heard.

Science Denier said:

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There is a reason the lib money machine pumps up a dem candidate and goes after Cruz.

And it's not because Cornyn is not beatable.

It's because when the libs need someone from the R to push back against conservative topics, they get this clown to go behind the scenes and backstab anyone pushing them.

I remember when Cruz was standing up against illegal immigration, it was Cornyn leading the charge against him.
Spending cuts? Cornyn could be counted on to backstab those efforts.
He recently said it's time to move on from Trump.

The Democrats need guys like Cornyn, and they just may be hurt even if he was replaced with a lib.

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This can't be starred enough. Cornyn votes with Trump 90% of the time because that's the way the political winds blow and it's going to pass anyways. He huddles up with the swamp who tells him it's ok to vote that way because it won't matter and he can save face with his base. But when it's a close issue they come calling and tell him it's time to vote in the 10% or at a minimum challenge his GOP party. Cornyn is an empty suit who lacks any conviction

Repeat of 2018 Beto-Cruz. Paxton will win, but it will be single digits vs. double digits if Cornyn is the nominee.

There is no dynamic that favors a Democrat winning a statewide race in Texas.

FlyRod said:

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Repeat of 2018 Beto-Cruz. Paxton will win, but it will be single digits vs. double digits if Cornyn is the nominee.

There is no dynamic that favors a Democrat winning a statewide race in Texas.

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But it will take money away from other races we need to win to keep the majority in the Senate. Especially if we have any Justices decide to retire or die

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Repeat of 2018 Beto-Cruz. Paxton will win, but it will be single digits vs. double digits if Cornyn is the nominee.

There is no dynamic that favors a Democrat winning a statewide race in Texas.

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Cruz >>> Paxton
Beto <<< Talarico

I'm not saying Talarico wins, but it will be AT LEAST as close as 18, if not closer.

There are a sizable number that won't vote for Paxton.

This is like Cornyn saying Trump would never win a general election for President. Cornyn sucks.

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Repeat of 2018 Beto-Cruz.

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That's what we heard about Cruz-Allred last year, and it wasn't very close. I think people underestimate how much the Democrat platform is hurting them with voters that aren't in heavily blue states. They can try and act like the common voter all they want, but people see the policies their leadership stands for.

I agree but people don't know Talarico the idiot. Give him time. He will act like a little ***** and that will be his downfall.

Maybe if they had better candidates that stood up to ultra liberals. A more moderate could win.

I would never cast a vote for Paxton and neither would the 20+ conservative 35-45 year old Texans in my circle of friends and family. I don't think my situation is unique. This is one of the things we unanimously agree on when it comes up. I will most likely abstain.

Science Denier said:

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There is a reason the lib money machine pumps up a dem candidate and goes after Cruz.

And it's not because Cornyn is not beatable.

It's because when the libs need someone from the R to push back against conservative topics, they get this clown to go behind the scenes and backstab anyone pushing them.

I remember when Cruz was standing up against illegal immigration, it was Cornyn leading the charge against him.
Spending cuts? Cornyn could be counted on to backstab those efforts.
He recently said it's time to move on from Trump.

The Democrats need guys like Cornyn, and they just may be hurt even if he was replaced with a lib.

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I remember Cornyn supporting that garbage "bipartisan border bill", trotted out there last year, until they got so much backlash from their constituents(and it was clear they wouldnt have the votes) that he voted against it. We are already seeing the same old "but the dems might win against so and so" that we see every single time there is a real primary threat against an established RINO. Republicans get scared, vote again for the same republican(in the primary), and we stay stuck with a backstabbing RINO representing us.

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Bucketrunner said:

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In our house, it's ABC- anybody but Cornyn.

But we're voting for Hunt

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Why do you say that? He votes 90% with Trump. Does the 10% make you willing to risk somebody who could lose to Allred? I haven't decided what I'm going to do, but if it looks like Paxton presents a risk of losing, he'll be dead to me.

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The problem is that the 10% he votes against us are so consequential. I'm voting Paxton, but I'm not even sure I could vote for Cornyn in the General at this point.

SociallyConditionedAg said:

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CampSkunk said:

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In our house, it's ABC- anybody but Cornyn.

But we're voting for Hunt

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Why do you say that? He votes 90% with Trump. Does the 10% make you willing to risk somebody who could lose to Allred? I haven't decided what I'm going to do, but if it looks like Paxton presents a risk of losing, he'll be dead to me.

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The problem is that the 10% he votes against us are so consequential. I'm voting Paxton, but I'm not even sure I could vote for Cornyn in the General at this point.

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Which votes?

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I agree with you wrt Hunt but let's not forget MB was all in on Crenshaw as well. He has been fooled b4. One thing about MB tho, he will admit when he is wrong.

Hunt's voting record suggests he's no Crenshaw for sure . Hunt is getting my primary vote. I'd have voted for Paxton over Cornyn.

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Sounds like we will be holding our nose and breath and voting for cornyn next November.... again.

I see Cornyn's political add money continues to find new media outlets...

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Science Denier said:

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There is a reason the lib money machine pumps up a dem candidate and goes after Cruz.

And it's not because Cornyn is not beatable.

It's because when the libs need someone from the R to push back against conservative topics, they get this clown to go behind the scenes and backstab anyone pushing them.

I remember when Cruz was standing up against illegal immigration, it was Cornyn leading the charge against him.
Spending cuts? Cornyn could be counted on to backstab those efforts.
He recently said it's time to move on from Trump.

The Democrats need guys like Cornyn, and they just may be hurt even if he was replaced with a lib.

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This can't be starred enough. Cornyn votes with Trump 90% of the time because that's the way the political winds blow and it's going to pass anyways. He huddles up with the swamp who tells him it's ok to vote that way because it won't matter and he can save face with his base. But when it's a close issue they come calling and tell him it's time to vote in the 10% or at a minimum challenge his GOP party. Cornyn is an empty suit who lacks any conviction

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And from Hubert J. Farnsworth:
"I remember Cornyn supporting that garbage "bipartisan border bill", trotted out there last year, until they got so much backlash from their constituents(and it was clear they wouldnt have the votes) that he voted against it. We are already seeing the same old "but the dems might win against so and so" that we see every single time there is a real primary threat against an established RINO. Republicans get scared, vote again for the same republican(in the primary), and we stay stuck with a backstabbing RINO representing us."

The three above posters GET IT! Anyone who has paid attention over the last several decades would recognize everything they posted. Paxton's a threat to "Rino Clown" Cornyn, so now Hunt has suddenly entered the primary race to water everything down. AMAZING, huh!?! Get your head out of your ***es or we WILL end up with Clown Cornholio again!

This is not difficult. All Republicans will vote for whomever is the R on the Ballott and that will be enough to beat whichever commie he's running against.

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TresPuertas said:

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i only know what i know from sound bytes so don't kill me but is Wesley Hunt a bad candidate? I'm from DFW so i don't know much but i'd vote for anyone other than Paxton and/or Cornyn

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Wesley Hunt would be good.

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Unfortunately, Hispanic people rarely vote for black people for office. Otherwise, I think Hunt would be an awesome choice. I don't think he gets enough of the Latino vote to win in the general.

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So the RGV went red in 2008 and 2012?

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BusterAg said:

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TresPuertas said:

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i only know what i know from sound bytes so don't kill me but is Wesley Hunt a bad candidate? I'm from DFW so i don't know much but i'd vote for anyone other than Paxton and/or Cornyn

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Wesley Hunt would be good.

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Unfortunately, Hispanic people rarely vote for black people for office. Otherwise, I think Hunt would be an awesome choice. I don't think he gets enough of the Latino vote to win in the general.

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So the RGV went red in 2008 and 2012?

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OMG YES DON'T YOU KNOW?

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This guy has more skeletons in his closet than the Clintons. He makes Nancy Pelosi look like an ethical investor. His stance on MJ is straight out of the 90's. His personal life appears to be a disaster. He appears to be a hypocrite with his bible thumping.

The Dems will hammer him. All of the allegations against him don't even have to be true.

We will end up with a dem senator if this guy beats Cornyn, that would be a disaster on multiple levels.

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Are any of those things worse than what the replacement Dem would/has done?

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That's not the point. He'll lose to a dem. What has Cornyn done that makes this guy a better candidate?

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No, he won't. You haven't made a case that he will -- you're just repeating the assertion without any proof. Paxton has won state-wide races fairly handedly. Did you forget that?

What Republican candidate is the left NOT going to argue is corrupt? It sure won't be Cornyn.

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Facts and logic dont mix with stupid and emotions

Harry Stone said:

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TresPuertas said:

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i only know what i know from sound bytes so don't kill me but is Wesley Hunt a bad candidate? I'm from DFW so i don't know much but i'd vote for anyone other than Paxton and/or Cornyn

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Wesley Hunt would be good.

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This. I'm going to campaign for him!!

Contrary to what some are saying, I thing that Hunt in the hunt helps get it to a runoff where you get a higher percentage of conservatives. In other words, Hunt hurts Cornyn more.

DD88 said:

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Contrary to what some are saying, I thing that Hunt in the hunt helps get it to a runoff where you get a higher percentage of conservatives. In other words, Hunt hurts Cornyn more.

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Also for Democrats to come in and vote for Paxton.

mslags97 said:

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Harry Stone said:

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TresPuertas said:

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i only know what i know from sound bytes so don't kill me but is Wesley Hunt a bad candidate? I'm from DFW so i don't know much but i'd vote for anyone other than Paxton and/or Cornyn

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Wesley Hunt would be good.

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This. I'm going to campaign for him!!

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actually? As in- part of the campaign?

Danny Vermin said:

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This is not difficult. All Republicans will vote for whomever is the R on the Ballott and that will be enough to beat whichever commie he's running against.

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So, no need to even run if you're a republican against a dem?

Cruze had the wake up call two elections ago, don't take it for granted.

Again, GA and AZ should be 3 republicans and one dem, but the republicans blew it.

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Contrary to what some are saying, I thing that Hunt in the hunt helps get it to a runoff where you get a higher percentage of conservatives. In other words, Hunt hurts Cornyn more.

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If that moniker is correct, the illiberal Paxton won't stand a chance.

I'm no expert but I expect us to come out in droves because the dems show their ass damn near everyday. I can just say that my friends are already pumped to vote "Republicans" next year and to keep lefties out of office.

While I agree about GA and AZ, we both know the cheating in those States are rampant.

SociallyConditionedAg said:

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Charpie said:

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In our house, it's ABC- anybody but Cornyn.

But we're voting for Hunt

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Why do you say that? He votes 90% with Trump. Does the 10% make you willing to risk somebody who could lose to Allred? I haven't decided what I'm going to do, but if it looks like Paxton presents a risk of losing, he'll be dead to me.

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The problem is that the 10% he votes against us are so consequential. I'm voting Paxton, but I'm not even sure I could vote for Cornyn in the General at this point.

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Which votes?

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His gun control bill he pushed was the worst. Have you seriously forgotten that?

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Cornyn is WAY right of Trump on gun control. Have you seriously forgotten that?

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FlyRod said:

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Repeat of 2018 Beto-Cruz. Paxton will win, but it will be single digits vs. double digits if Cornyn is the nominee.

There is no dynamic that favors a Democrat winning a statewide race in Texas.

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Cruz >>> Paxton
Beto <<< Talarico

I'm not saying Talarico wins, but it will be AT LEAST as close as 18, if not closer.

There are a sizable number that won't vote for Paxton.

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And there's a sizable number that won't vote for Cornyn.

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SociallyConditionedAg said:

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Charpie said:

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SociallyConditionedAg said:

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CampSkunk said:

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In our house, it's ABC- anybody but Cornyn.

But we're voting for Hunt

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Why do you say that? He votes 90% with Trump. Does the 10% make you willing to risk somebody who could lose to Allred? I haven't decided what I'm going to do, but if it looks like Paxton presents a risk of losing, he'll be dead to me.

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The problem is that the 10% he votes against us are so consequential. I'm voting Paxton, but I'm not even sure I could vote for Cornyn in the General at this point.

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Which votes?

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His gun control bill he pushed was the worst. Have you seriously forgotten that?

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Cornyn is WAY right of Trump on gun control. Have you seriously forgotten that?

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Well, I'm way to the right of both and I'm not going to vote for a candidate who pushed for and passed the largest gun control bill in the last 30 years. If Cornyn is the nominee, I may just abstain or write in a candidate.

Do not understand those who claim to be conservative and refuse to vote R in the General. Yeah, my guy lost, can't stand that guy, I will never vote for him, yada yada yada. Vote your choice in the primary like we all should, but I will always vote the R in the general no matter my opinion on the candidate!!!!!!!

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Cornyn is WAY right of Trump on gun control. Have you seriously forgotten that?

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Cornyn isn't way right of anyone on any issue. And if re-elected, he'll be in the senate much longer to continue undermining the conservative position on pretty much everything, from immigration to the size of the federal government.

Trump is term limited. Or at least you hope so.