Past Contributions

• We set up a virtual debate between Beto O'Rourke and Ted Cruz. Hear where they stand.

  By Alana Rocha, Justin Dehn, Todd Wiseman and Jianing “Holly” He Sept. 27, 2018

  Watch O'Rourke and Cruz virtually debate issues like immigration, guns and health care. Full Story 

• Abortion, health care and the best BBQ in their congressional district. Roy and Kopser contend for Lamar Smith's seat.

  By Alana Rocha, Jianing “Holly” He, Justin Dehn and Todd Wiseman Sept. 25, 2018

  In Texas' 21st Congressional District, where U.S. Rep. Lamar Smith is retiring, Republican Chip Roy and Democrat Joseph Kopser virtually debate in the latest episode of our "Split Decision" video series. Full Story 

• Trade wars, "Meatless Mondays" and BBQ. Texas Agriculture Commissioner candidates square off

  By Alana Rocha, Jianing “Holly” He, Justin Dehn and Todd Wiseman Sept. 20, 2018

  In the latest edition of our "Split Decision" video series, watch Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and Democratic challenger Kim Olson virtually debate. Full Story 

• Meet U.S. Rep. Will Hurd and his Democratic challenger, Gina Ortiz Jones

  By Alana Rocha, Jianing “Holly” He, Justin Dehn and Todd Wiseman Sept. 7, 2018

  In the only true swing district in Texas, Democrat Gina Ortiz Jones is seeking to unseat Republican U.S. Rep. Will Hurd. In the latest video in our "Split Decision" series, watch as the pair discuss gun laws, Trump's border wall and their Spanish-speaking skills. Full Story 

• 13 hours to midnight: A documentary reflecting on Wendy Davis' abortion filibuster

  By Alana Rocha, Justin Dehn, Tenoch Aztecatl and Todd Wiseman July 4, 2018

  In 2013, Democrat Wendy Davis filibustered an abortion bill, a 13-hour saga that put a national spotlight on both Davis and the abortion debate in Texas. Five years later, key members of the Texas Senate and other onlookers discuss the significance of that night. Full Story 

• Running out the clock: The Wendy Davis abortion filibuster, 5 years later

  By Alana Rocha, Justin Dehn, Todd Wiseman and Tenoch Aztecatl June 25, 2018

  Former state Sen. Wendy Davis' 2013 filibuster of anti-abortion legislation was an unforgettable event for lawmakers and political observers on both sides of the aisle. Five years later, listen in as key players in the debate reflect on their longest night. Full Story 

• Watch Texas candidates virtually debate in our Split Decision series

  By Alana Rocha, Christina Shaman, Justin Dehn and Todd Wiseman May 22, 2018

  During the 2018 campaign, The Texas Tribune's Split Decision series is featuring interviews with candidates facing off in races for governor, the Texas House, state Senate, Congress and more. Ahead of the state's runoff election, check out of all our virtual debates. Full Story 

• Meet Lupe Valdez and Andrew White, the Democrats vying to challenge Gov. Greg Abbott

  By Alana Rocha, Christina Shaman, Justin Dehn and Todd Wiseman May 11, 2018

  The candidates in the Democratic primary runoff for Texas governor, Lupe Valdez and Andrew White, will hold their sole debate on Friday. You can watch them virtually debate in our Split Decision series and find out where they stand on abortion, gun control and legalizing marijuana. Full Story 

• Meet Laura Moser and Lizzie Pannill Fletcher, the CD-7 Democratic primary runoff candidates

  By Alana Rocha, Christina Shaman, Justin Dehn and Todd Wiseman April 26, 2018

  In the Democratic primary runoff in Texas' 7th Congressional District, Laura Moser and Lizzie Pannill Fletcher discuss what propelled them to run for office and why they think they can unseat the 17-year Republican incumbent. They also show off their drawing skills. Full Story 

• Cannabis oil, special elections and redistricting (podcast)

  By Justin Dehn April 25, 2018

  On this week's TribCast, Ross talked to Evan, Patrick, Alex and Democratic congressional candidate Dr. Christine Eady Mann about the upcoming runoffs, a hurried special election coming up, Texas redistricting litigation in the U.S. Supreme Court, and epilepsy patients' struggles to get medical cannabis oil. Full Story