Two central Texas Democrats narrowly held onto their seats Tuesday night, but secured their positions in the 87th Legislature.
Due to the district's location in Austin and the GOP candidate's background as a police officer, police funding and reform are unavoidably pertinent in the race for House District 47.
Since coronavirus changed both the political landscape and attainable campaign strategies, candidates for House District 47 have adjusted their gameplan.
Justin Berry discusses his perspective as a police officer, what his policy objectives would be if elected, as well as his favorite holiday traditions.
Immediately after the Austin city council voted to fund abortion "logistics," a former councilman filed a lawsuit against the city arguing it violates a new Texas pro-life law.
Jennifer Fleck discusses her life as a mother and lawyer, why she decided to run, and what she plans to prioritize if elected to office.
Zimmerman discusses his experience on the Austin City Council, his plans if elected to represent Texas House District 47, and who he would cast as "Captain Texan."
A top target for Texas Republicans going into 2020, this district encompasses Hays and Blanco counties and flipped to the Democrats in 2018.
Senior Editor Drew White and Aaron Reitz discuss why he chose to run for office, the proposed Texas Heartbeat Bill, and who he'd cast as "Captain Texan."
