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Election 2026 recap: A historic shift in Texas politics

Nearly 10 million Texans went to the polls and cast their ballots for change - delivering pro-public education victories not predicted by anyone.

Democrats take the Texas House and the State Board of Education

The wins extended deep into the ballot on Tuesday, with Texas Democrats taking control of the state house for the first time in decades - plus what's in store in the State Board of Education.

3 days ago

Texas AFT, Texas AFL-CIO unveil slate of State Board of Education endorsements

Texas AFT and the Texas AFL-CIO release their full slate of endorsement for the State Board of Education.

Jul 24

Educator-backed candidates hit near-clean sweep in Texas primary runoff elections

Most Texas AFT-endorsed candidates emerged victorious in Tuesday’s primary runoff elections and will head to a general election - one that has great consequences for public education.

May 28