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TribCast: Beto O'Rourke launches his bid for governor

In this week's episode, Matthew talks with Cassie, James and Patrick about the early days of the Beto O'Rourke campaign and how the rest of the 2022 ballot is shaping up.

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Gubernatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke speaks during the “Texans Rally for Our Voting Rights” at the Texas Capitol on May 8, 2021.
Beto O’Rourke speaks during the “Texans Rally for Our Voting Rights” at the Texas Capitol on May 8, 2021. Credit: Montinique Monroe for the Texas Tribune

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In this week's episode, Matthew talks with Cassie, James and Patrick about the early days of the Beto O'Rourke campaign and how the rest of the 2022 ballot is shaping up.

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