HEART OF TEXAS: Lone Star Senate Race Could Determine the Future of ‘Ruby Red’ Texas

Originally published at: HEART OF TEXAS: Lone Star Senate Race Could Determine the Future of ‘Ruby Red’ Texas | Sean Hannity

The high-stakes showdown between Sen. Ted Cruz and Democratic challenger Beto O’Rourke could indicate the political future of ‘ruby red’ Texas; revealing whether the Lone Star State could “turn blue” due to shifting demographics and a wave of younger voters.

“With the hours ticking down before polls open on Election Day, the rivals for Texas’ coveted U.S. Senate seat made a final pitch to supporters, the fates of Sen. Ted Cruz and Rep. Beto O’Rourke resting on the state’s shifting demographics and political climate, and on sharply contrasting views of President Donald Trump,” writes Dallas News.

The highly-contested race between Cruz and O’Rourke has gained national attention after the Democrat smashed all fundraising records; taking in over $70 million during this election cycle.

The contest is largely seen is a major indicator of Texans’ views on President Trump and is seen as a predictor of how the state may vote in the 2020 presidential election.

Read the full report at Dallas News.