Texas: Abbott Edges O’Rourke in Governor’s Race

In the Texas governor’s race, Republican incumbent Governor Greg Abbott has a 4-point edge over Democratic challenger Beto O’Rourke among registered voters statewide. However, Abbott’s advantage over O’Rourke doubles to 8 points among those who say they definitely plan to vote.

Four points separate Abbott (49%) and O’Rourke (45%) in the Texas governor’s race among registered voters statewide, including those who are undecided yet leaning toward a candidate. Abbott receives majority support (52%) against O’Rourke (44%) among those who say they will definitely vote. …

A majority of Texans (53%) disapprove of how President Joe Biden is performing in office. 39% approve. By more than two-to-one, Texans are more likely to strongly disapprove (42%) of how Biden is doing his job than to strongly approve (18%). CONTINUED

Marist Institute for Public Opinion


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