The MeidasTouch Podcast Democrat Bobby Cole Discusses Race for Texas Governor
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Dec 7, 2025 Bobby Cole, a Texas cattle rancher and firefighter, is a Democratic candidate for governor running a grassroots campaign. He discusses the rising costs plaguing Texans and criticizes Republican policies leading to economic challenges. Cole sheds light on the importance of expanding Medicaid and combating gerrymandering, emphasizing his commitment to democracy for future generations. With a focus on rural values, he reveals his strategy to win over rural voters and urges community support for his campaign.
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Trump's Weak Standing In Texas
- Donald Trump's approval is deeply underwater in Texas, showing significant vulnerability even in a traditionally Republican state.
- Ben Meiselas highlights polling putting Trump at negative 20.5 in Texas and collapsing Hispanic support at negative 58 net approval.
Costs Crushing Texas Families
- Texans face rising costs across health care, utilities, insurance, and small-business impacts from tariffs and policy choices.
- Meiselas and clip sources show premiums could more than double in Texas if enhanced ACA credits expire next year.
Power From Maps Not Popularity
- Cole and Meiselas argue gerrymandering and institutional protections help Republicans retain power despite declining popular support.
- They suggest structural advantages, not voter preference, explain sustained GOP control amid policy failures.