The Texas House again becomes a battleground early next year. Not between Democrats and Republicans, but instead establishment GOP and Tea Party challengers.
In as many as 30 races Tea Party newcomers are trying the right-flank of members they believe don't represent their brand of conservatism in Texas. Even the head of the Texas House, Speaker Joe Straus isn't immune. One of Texas' most influential conservatives has two rightward challengers for the Alamo Heights/San Antonio seat.
What could the shift mean for Texas politics?
Guests:
- Cal Jillson, Professor of Political Science at Southern Methodist University
- Wayne Thorburn, former Executive Director of the Texas Republican Party, author of the book "Red State: An Insiders Story of How the GOP Came to Dominate Texas Politics"
