Since former state Sen. Robert Duncan has a new office at Texas Tech University, a special election will be held to fill his vacant state senate seat.
Before you vote on Sept. 9, here is everything you need to know about each candidate.
Jodey Arrington, R-Texas
Experience:
- Special Assistant to the United States president under Pres. George W. Bush (2000-2001)
- Texas Tech University System Chief of Staff (2007-present)
Main Causes:
- Tighter immigration laws
- Water conservation
- Right to bear arms
- Opposes universal healthcare
E.M. Garza, R-Texas
Experience:
- Military background
- No political experience
Main Causes:
- Tighter immigration laws
- Water conservation
- Property rights
- Lower taxes
Delwin Jones, R-Texas
Experience:
- Involved in politics since 1964
- Texas House of Representatives, District 83 (1989-2011)
- Oldest member of Texas House of Representatives in 2011
Main Causes:
- Tighter immigration laws
- Water conservation
- Education
- Lower taxes
Kerry Douglas McKennon, L-Texas
Experience:
- No political experience
- Pursued acting and directing in New York City
Main Causes:
- Right to bear arms, gun safety
- Education
- Legalization and decriminalization of marijuana and hemp
- Equal rights for all
Charles Perry, R-Texas
Experience:
- Texas House of Representatives (2010-present)
Main Causes:
- Tighter immigration laws
- Pro-life
- Right to bear arms
- Water conservation
Greg Wortham, D-Texas
Experience:
- Mayor of Sweetwater, Texas (2007-2014)
- Worked for Texas State Senate and Texas House of Representatives
Main Causes:
- Bring jobs to West Texas
- Education
- Water conservation
- Food and fiber initiative
For more information on each candidate, visit their websites linked in the article. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on September 9.
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