January 09, 2022
Gubernatorially Absent
by Michael Quinn Sullivan
Just over 50 days remain until the March 1 Republican primary, but the incumbent governor has been absent from the campaign trail. With well-funded opponents traveling the state and launching ad campaigns, GOP activists are wondering why Greg Abbott is ignoring their forums and questions.
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— Milton Friedman
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