COLIN ALLRED

Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Ted Cruz Faces Heat for Election Controversies

Once upon a time, Texas was a red fortress where Republicans won big. But times have changed. Back in 2018, Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) barely held on to his seat, beating his Democratic rival Beto O'Rourke by just a tiny 2%. Now, as the 2024 election looms, Cruz is worried about another close call, this time against Representative Colin Allred (D-TX). On Sunday, the...

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Oct 16 2024POLITICS

Congressman Grills Senator Cruz in Lively Debate

Democratic Rep. Colin Allred, a former NFL linebacker, gave Texas Sen. Ted Cruz a run for his money during their Senate race debate on Tuesday. Allred wasn't afraid to use some sharp one-liners, labeling Cruz's podcast as "entertainment disguised as news" and his focus on trans issues as a distraction from his unpopular abortion stance. Allred didn't mince words whe...

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Oct 10 2024POLITICS

Weather Woes: A Call to Action

Weather patterns are unpredictable these days. Hurricanes can suddenly escalate from a calm breeze to a Category 5 monster in just a few days, leaving little time to react. While we can't blame climate change for any specific storm, scientists warn that rising temperatures could lead to more frequent and severe weather events. Insurance companies are already feeling ...

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Sep 17 2024OPINION

The Speed Limit Enigma: Why Enforcement Matters

Imagine driving on a highway with no speed limit signs, no traffic police, and no restrictions. Sounds chaotic, right? Yet, this is the reality for many drivers in Dallas, where speed limits are often ignored. The Texas Department of Transportation has recently lowered speed limits on several roads in the area, but without enforcement, this move is mere lip service. ...

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Aug 28 2024POLITICS

Texas Senate Race Heats Up: Can Democrat Colin Allred Defeat Republican Ted Cruz?

In a surprising turn of events, Democrat Colin Allred is gaining ground on Republican Ted Cruz in the Texas Senate race, as per a recent poll by the Clean and Prosperous America PAC. The poll shows Cruz narrowly leading with a 47% to 45% margin, almost identical to a YouGov/University of Houston poll released on August 22. The Clean and Prosperous America poll also ...

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