Gina Hinojosa Runs Within Striking Distance of Abbott Despite 10-to-1 Spending Gap
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Updated · The New York Times · Sep 15
Gina Hinojosa Runs Within Striking Distance of Abbott Despite 10-to-1 Spending Gap
3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Sep 15
Summary
Recent polls have put Democratic state lawmaker Gina Hinojosa within striking distance of Texas Governor Greg Abbott, reviving Democratic hopes in a race long seen as unwinnable.
That showing comes despite a severe money disadvantage: Abbott has outspent her by more than 10 to 1 and held about 20 times as much cash on hand in mid-July.
Hinojosa, a progressive from Austin with limited statewide name recognition, centered her campaign on public schools and affordability after concluding no other Democrat was willing to run.
Abbott, a third-term Republican who easily beat Beto O’Rourke four years ago, still benefits from a deep war chest and a seasoned campaign machine, leaving Republicans dismissive of her chances.