Record Early Voter Turnout Signals High Stakes in Texas 2026 Primaries
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Texas’ first week of early voting for the March 3, 2026 party primaries brought more than a million ballots and outpaced the last midterm pace, signaling strong engagement. Voters across the state cited a mix of concerns—from unemployment and high costs to opposition to current leadership and the importance of down-ballot races—reflecting diverse motivations as Texans prepare for November’s contest.
- Across Texas, early voters share what’s pushing them to the polls for the 2026 party primaries Houston Public Media
- More Democratic ballots cast than Republican in Texas primaries Axios
- Dallas, Tarrant counties see early voting increase fueled by Democrat turnout after first week KERA News
- Bexar County voter turnout is soaring this primary election. Here’s why the campaigns are sweating. San Antonio Report
- Turnout tracker: How many people have voted in the March 2026 primaries? KXAN Austin
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