Progressive values win tight runoff
In a close runoff with incumbent Judge Edward Smith in the 3rd Court of Appeals, Place 2 – who held the seat since he flipped it blue in 2018 – challenger Maggie Ellis emerged victorious Tuesday night, winning by roughly 250 votes . Ellis gained the support of the majority of Central Texas Democratic clubs for her progressive stance.
“From the beginning, this campaign was about bringing lived experience, efficiency, and a proven commitment to Democratic values to this seat.” If she wins in November, she will be the first openly gay woman elected to an appellate bench in Texas. On social media Tuesday night, she wrote, “From the beginning, this campaign was about bringing lived experience, efficiency, and a proven commitment to Democratic values to this seat.
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