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Democrats host South Plains swing tour with stops in Lubbock, Plainview, Big Spring and Abilene
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from KCBD News
· July 18, 2026
· 2 min read
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Several Democratic candidates on the November ballot held their South Plains swing tour on Saturday, meeting with voters in Lubbock’s Depot District as part of a three-day tour aimed at energizing Democrats across the region. The group included Austin state Rep. Gina Hinoj...
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Key takeaway Hinojosa pitches ‘American Dream agenda’ Hinojosa is challenging Abbott, who won Lubbock County in his last election with 69% of the vote.
Why this matters in The Lubbock
The South Plains swing tour made a notable stop in Lubbock's Depot District, bringing Democratic candidates to the city surrounded by Lubbock County, where incumbent Governor Greg Abbott won with 69% of the vote in his last election. This visit highlights the challenges these candidates face in a region that has historically leaned conservative. For voters in the City of Homes, the tour offers a chance to engage with candidates like Gina Hinojosa, who is running for governor on an "American Dream agenda" that includes proposals to send $1,500 to every Texas household. The tour's focus on energizing Democrats across the region also underscores the importance of turnout in local elections, where candidates like Malik Williams and Riley Rodriguez are challenging incumbent state representatives and senators. As the tour continues to Plainview and Big Spring, it will be worth watching how these candidates' messages resonate with voters in the greater Lubbock metro area.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 18, 2026 ·
Source: KCBD News ·
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