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Andrew White, Son of Former Gov. Mark White, Announces Campaign for Texas Governor
Andrew White criticizes Abbott for ignoring Medicaid expansion and rising electricity costs; White aims to unite Democrats and independents to overcome Abbott’s strong $90 million war chest.
- Houston businessman Andrew White launched his second campaign in the Democratic primary for Texas governor on a recent Wednesday.
- White previously sought the Democratic nomination in 2018 but lost the primary to Lupe Valdez, who then lost the general election to incumbent Greg Abbott.
- White identifies as an independent Democrat who aims to bring together Progressives, Moderates, and Independents to broaden the Democratic coalition and challenge Abbott.
- White said, "I'm not a culture warrior – I'm a problem solver," highlighting his focus on preparing for disasters and improving education and infrastructure.
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Andrew White, son of former Gov. Mark White, announces campaign for Texas governor
Editor's Note: The article and video has been updated to reflect the correct name of the former governor. AUSTIN (KXAN) -- Andrew White, son of former Texas governor Mark White, has announced his intention to seek the office of Texas governor as a Democrat. In a press release, White, 54, stated that he aims to run as an “Independent Democrat” who can unite progressives, moderates and independents. “It’s time to end the culture wars so we can foc…
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Eagle-TribuneDemocrat Andrew White announces campaign for Texas governor against Greg Abbott
Hoping to give Democrats their first statewide victory since 1994, Houston businessman Andrew White launches a campaign for governor against longtime...
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