Abbott, Hinojosa offer contrasting plans for Texas schools
Texas governor candidates Greg Abbott, a Republican seeking a fourth term, and Democrat Gina Hinojosa have set out different education agendas ahead of the November vote.
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What happened
Texas governor candidates Greg Abbott, a Republican seeking a fourth term, and Democrat Gina Hinojosa have set out different education agendas ahead of the November vote. Hinojosa has been vague about her plans beyond removing Mike Morath, the state education commissioner appointed under Abbott, on her first day as governor.
Why it matters
Voters will decide who steers how millions of Texas children are taught and how school districts are held accountable.
Timeline
- Oct 15, 9:09 AM ET: Coverage highlighted the contrasting education priorities of Abbott and Hinojosa in the governor's race.
- Oct 15, 12:30 PM ET: Hinojosa's education plans were described as vague, apart from her pledge to fire Morath on her first day.
- Oct 17, 6:40 AM ET: Texas voters were told the November election will decide education direction and school district accountability.
Coverage
- Here’s how Abbott, Hinojosa want to reshape Texas education - Longview News-Journal (news-journal.com)
- Gina Hinojosa wants to undo Abbott's education agenda. Can she? (Houston Chronicle)
- What Are Greg Abbott, Gina Hinojosa's Education Priorities in Governor Race? (Yahoo News)
- See Abbott, Hinojosa's education priorities in Texas governor race (dallasnews.com)
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