Hello all,
Governmental Relations Director Monty Exter's latest Capitol Comment column, What the 2026 Texas Primaries May Signal for Public Education, takes a closer look at what the 2026 Texas primary results could be signaling as we head toward November. While the numbers point to record voter registration and a significant increase in turnout across both parties, the more interesting story may be in how that participation is shifting and what it could mean for the political landscape ahead.
With early indicators showing increased engagement from new and less frequent primary voters, along with notable differences in turnout trends between parties, the column explores what these patterns may suggest about voter priorities heading into the general election.
As always, primary results are only part of the larger picture, but they can offer early insight into the environment that will shape public education policy in the next legislative session.
Up for discussion: What do you think these primary turnout trends might signal for public education policy discussions heading into November?
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David George
Managing Editor
Association of Texas Professional Educators
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