State Rep. Briscoe Cain Discusses Congressional Run, Redistricting Ruling, Texas Legislature
Description
Senior Reporter Brad Johnson interviews state Representative Briscoe Cain about his campaign for Congress in Texas's new Congressional District 9. Cain shares his thoughts on the recent ruling that overturned district maps, his continued commitment to his campaign, and his work in the Texas legislature, including his pivotal role in passing the Texas Heartbeat Act.
00:00 Intro
00:49 Thoughts on the Court's Decision
04:11 Special Session and Redistricting
09:13 Institutional Knowledge and Term Limits
13:38 Texas Heartbeat Act
19:55 Redistricting
20:55 Deciding to Run for Congress
21:37 Challenges in the US House of Representatives
22:48 Campaign Strategy and Opponents
25:58 Addressing Criticisms
29:48 Local Issues and Community Concerns
37:49 Restoring Congressional Power
40:59 Closing
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