Takeaways From Texas Primary

The 2018 midterms kicked off in Texas on Tuesday. A series of surprises in Democratic House primaries jolted the landscape. The party saw a large turnout, sending a warning to Republicans nationwide. But the GOP remained in the driver’s seat in statewide races throughout Texas. While Democratic enthusiasm is real, it may not be enough in Texas. The 'Year of the Woman' is certainly starting off strong though. Texas is on track to get its first two Latina members of Congress. All EMILY’s List-endorsed candidates in Democratic primaries won outright or advanced to a runoff.