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Texas Democrats Rally Behind Gina Hinojosa's Gubernatorial Bid
Original: "No One Was Paying Attention to Gina Hinojosa a Month Ago. Now Republicans Are Worried": https://www. nytimes.com/2026/1
Texas state Representative Gina Hinojosa, a Democrat running for governor, has rapidly gained attention in the race, with a New York Times opinion piece noting that Republicans are now worried about her candidacy after a month of surging support. Commenters are sharing the piece widely, framing her as an unexpectedly competitive challenger in the 2026 Texas governor's race.
Why now: Her sudden rise in the Texas governor's race has surprised observers and prompted concern among Republicans.
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