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TribCast: Are there signs of life for Beto O’Rourke’s campaign?

In this week’s episode, Matthew speaks with Mitchell and Patrick about the power grid, the race for governor and the extra money the Texas Legislature will have on hand to spend next year.

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Democratic gubernatorial candidate Beto O'Rourke speaks at a town hall over the shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde and gun reform in Dallas on June 1, 2022.
Democratic candidate for governor Beto O'Rourke speaks at a town hall in Dallas on June 1, 2022. Credit: Shelby Tauber for The Texas Tribune

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In this week’s episode, Matthew speaks with Mitchell and Patrick about the power grid, the race for governor and the extra money the Texas Legislature will have on hand to spend next year.

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