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James Talarico's Chances of Beating Jasmine Crockett in Texas Primary—Poll

Talarico trails Crockett in one poll, but other polling cited in the article puts him ahead or nearly even.

James Talarico's Chances of Beating Jasmine Crockett in Texas Primary—Poll
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A University of Houston poll puts Jasmine Crockett eight points ahead of James Talarico in the Texas Democratic Senate primary, while other recent polls show a much closer race or a Talarico lead. The article also compares Republican primary polling and general-election matchups.

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University of Houston Poll Shows Crockett Leading Talarico

Outlets agree that a University of Houston poll found Jasmine Crockett leading James Talarico in the Texas Democratic Senate primary. Center outlets present the poll as one snapshot, with some comparing it with other polls or the Republican primary and one adding an allegation about Talarico and candidate responses.

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