Democratic State Rep Gina Hinojosa Enters Texas Governor Race
A new contender has joined the race for Texas governor. State Representative Gina Hinojosa announced her candidacy early Wednesday morning. She aims to unseat Republican Governor Greg Abbott. Gina Hinojosa enters the Texas governor race, joining others in the Democratic field.
Gina Hinojosa’s Campaign Focus
Hinojosa has long advocated for increased education funding and public school support. Her campaign highlights several key areas:
- Lowering costs for families
- Defending public schools
- Expanding access to healthcare
- Restricting corporate influence in politics
She emphasized the need to combat corporations and billionaires, accusing them of driving up prices and closing schools. “That’s who Abbott works for,” she stated in her campaign video.
Background of Gina Hinojosa
Hinojosa is both a mother and a civil rights attorney, with experience as a union lawyer. She began her political career representing Austin in the Texas House in 2016. Before this, she served on the Austin ISD school board. Her first campaign event took place Wednesday night in her hometown, the Rio Grande Valley.
Republican Response
Governor Abbott released a statement advocating for border security and safer communities. He criticized opponents for supporting “failed, radical policies that hurt hardworking Texans.”
Andrew White’s Campaign
Andrew White of Houston continues his push for the governor’s position. His father, Mark White, served as Texas governor from 1983 to 1987. White previously ran for governor in 2018, losing in the Democratic primary runoff.
In a CBS News Texas interview, White described himself as an “independent Democrat.” He noted changes in the Democratic Party since 2017, expressing confidence that he is now the right candidate to win in November.
