Merrill Davis, Vice President of Communications
A Mandate for Affordability, Access, and Future Opportunity The Texas 2036 9th Voter Poll highlights Democrat voters’ consistent focus on expanding access to essential services and opportunity. Affordability — from medical bills to childcare — defines their policy outlook. Across the electorate, 82% of Texans say they would be more likely to support a candidate…
Texas 2036’s 9th Texas Voter Poll highlights continued concerns about the state’s health care system. Texans say the health care system is too pricey, is too confusing, and doesn’t reflect their everyday needs. Voters from across the state want lawmakers to make affordability and access a top priority. Rising prices, unclear costs, and a lack…
As Texas heads toward a pivotal election with Texas’ statewide leaders on the ballot, voters are delivering a clear message: they want practical solutions that make life more affordable and ensures Texas’ prosperity remains secure. According to Texas 2036’s 9th Texas Voter Poll, large majorities of Texans say they’re more likely to support candidates who…
Every odd-numbered year, Texans decide whether to change the state constitution, which shapes everything from how the state government operates to taxes and infrastructure to education and individual rights. Yet only about 1.5 to 2.5 million Texans usually participate in these elections. That limited turnout means a small slice of voters often makes decisions that…
While the 89th Texas Legislature’s regular session adjourned in early June, the Governor has called lawmakers back to the State Capitol for a special session, narrowing the agenda to a list of high-priority items. While the public spotlight often shines on the policies up for debate, the special session also brings a notable shift in…
In the last year, as many as 70,000 Americans of working age had to stay home from work each month due to childcare problems, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In Texas, this challenge is especially pronounced for families with young children (under the age of five years old) as publicly funded K-12…