The Gubernatorial race is currently under way in Texas, and the names popping up the most for candidates are Wendy Davis (D) and Attorney General Greg Abbott (R). Because Texas is and has been a “red” state for some time, the chances of another Republican being elected for governor is high, however, Wendy Davis has adopted a platform that seems to appeal to a growing number of supporters.
Wendy Davis, a Texas Senator, stepped into the spotlight during her filibuster this year, which lasted roughly 11 hours. The topic of the filibuster was abortion restrictions placed in the bill, which would’ve made abortion illegal after twenty weeks, effectively shutting down most abortion centers in Texas. What made this filibuster so astounding was the incredible amount of support given towards the end of the filibuster. Supporters could be heard throughout the the capital, making their own filibuster, protesting the bill along side Senator Davis. In the end, the bill was proclaimed dead and current Governor Rick Perry had to call a third special session.
Although the hype around Davis’ filibuster has opened the door to fame and possibly the Governors seat, does it necessarily make her a viable candidate for governing one of the largest and most populated states in the country? At the very least it proves that she has incredible discipline and patience, not to mention an amazing ability to control her bladder.
On the other hand (or should I say right hand?) Republican candidate Greg Abbott’s platform is grounded in traditional family values and protecting people’s second amendment rights. Moreover, his campaign is targeting Obamacare as a villain which is seen as an overtaxation of the public.
In the end only one of these people will be come Governor. Although the Republican candidate has a much larger campaign purse, I have no doubt it will be another battle worth watching.
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