Texas Primary Tests GOP's Right Turn In Start To Midterms

Texas Primary Tests GOP's Right Turn In Start To Midterms

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The video discusses the impact of new restrictive voting laws in Texas, highlighting their effects on voter turnout and mail-in ballot rejection. It covers the introduction of two new congressional districts due to redistricting and the influence of former President Trump's endorsements in GOP primaries. The video also addresses issues with mail-in ballots, including formatting errors and identification mismatches, leading to significant rejection rates. These laws were enacted amid false claims of election fraud in the 2020 presidential election.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main reasons for the introduction of new congressional districts in Texas?

The influence of political endorsements

The results of the census count

A decrease in voter turnout

A change in state laws

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a significant issue faced by mail-in ballots under the new Texas voting laws?

Ballots are being counted multiple times

A high percentage of ballots are being rejected

Voters are not receiving ballots on time

Ballots are being lost in transit

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason for the rejection of mail-in ballots in Texas?

Late submission

Mismatched identification information

Incorrect postage

Lack of a signature

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are election officials in Harris County addressing the confusion caused by the new voting laws?

By setting up a call center

By extending voting hours

By providing free transportation to polling stations

By offering online voting options

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What political context surrounded the passing of the new voting laws in Texas?

A demand for more polling stations

A need to reduce election costs

A push for increased voter turnout

Claims of election fraud in the 2020 presidential election