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Greg Abbott’s Chances of Losing Texas Governor Election: New Poll

Greg Abbott’s Chances of Losing Texas Governor Election: New Poll

Summary

A new poll from the University of Houston shows Texas Governor Greg Abbott ahead in the race for governor against Democratic challenger Gina Hinojosa and Libertarian Pat Dixon. Abbott has support from a majority of men and older voters, while Hinojosa is favored by women and younger voters. The Cook Political Report considers Texas a solid Republican state for the upcoming elections.

Key Facts

  • Greg Abbott, the Texas governor, is leading in polls against Gina Hinojosa and Pat Dixon.
  • The poll surveyed 1,502 likely voters in Texas.
  • 49% of surveyed voters back Abbott, while 42% support Hinojosa, and 3% favor Dixon.
  • Abbott is popular with men, white and Latino voters, and those with high school education.
  • Hinojosa has more support from women, Black voters, college-educated, and Gen-Z voters.
  • Abbott has a 51% favorable rating in the poll, while 47% view him unfavorably.
  • 45% of respondents don't know enough about Hinojosa to have an opinion.
  • Texas has not elected a Democrat to a statewide office in over 30 years.
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