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Texas GOP Primary Voters Favor School Choice Supporters

A new poll reveals a significant preference among Texas Republican primary voters for candidates who support school choice, with Governor Abbott's endorsements proving influential.

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Bonham Middle School students eat lunch in the school’s cafeteria Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023 in Odessa.

Overview

  • A majority of Texas Republican primary voters are less likely to vote for state House members who opposed school choice in the 2023 legislative sessions.
  • Governor Greg Abbott has endorsed primary challengers against Republicans who voted against school choice, with 60% of voters favoring candidates he supports.
  • The issue of school choice has gained momentum in Texas, with several other Republican states enacting similar legislation.
  • Opponents of school choice argue it would divert necessary funds from public schools, while supporters see it as a way to advance parental rights and educational freedom.
  • Endorsements from high-profile Republicans like Abbott and Senator Ted Cruz are highly valued among GOP primary voters, second only to former President Donald Trump.