On November 1, 2019, O'Rourke announced he was ending his campaign for president. His decision to drop out of the race was ascribed to his worsening fundraising and poor performance in polls.
Democratic PartyBeto O'Rourke / PartyThe Democratic Party is one of the two major contemporary political parties in the United States. It was founded in 1828 by supporters of Andrew Jackson, making it the world's oldest active political party. Since the 1860s, its main political rival has been the Republican Party. Wikipedia
Amy Hoover SandersBeto O'Rourke / Spouse (m. 2005)
Representative, TX 16th DistrictBeto O'Rourke / Previous office (2013–2019)
Governor of TexasTerm lengthFour years, no term limitConstituting instrumentTexas ConstitutionPrecursorPresident of the Republic of TexasInaugural holderJames Pinckney Henderson 18469 more rows
64 years (November 13, 1957)Greg Abbott / Age
Pat O'RourkeBeto O'Rourke / FatherPat Francis O'Rourke was an American businessman and politician based in El Paso, Texas. He is the father of politician Beto O'Rourke. Wikipedia
Pat O'RourkeMelissa O'RourkeBeto O'Rourke/Parents
Robert Francis O'RourkeBeto O'Rourke / Full name
United States House of RepresentativesLeadershipSpeakerNancy Pelosi (D) since January 3, 2019Majority LeaderSteny Hoyer (D) since January 3, 2019Minority LeaderKevin McCarthy (R) since January 3, 201927 more rows
What are three emerging trends that could change the state of partisan politics in Texas? Texas Democrats might adopt more moderate positions on some issues; Tea Party-backed Republicans could move too far to the right; New residents from out of state could change the Texas electorate.
Greg Abbott (Republican Party)Texas / Governor