New Mavs owners with casino ties preach patience on gambling in Texas as they plan for new arena
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Last year, the state House fell a few votes short of advancing a constitutional amendment to allow the construction of eight destination resort casinos. It is unlikely that the state Senate will have enough votes to pass the measure next session.
Two community organizers see their wins as a progressive blueprint for taking on the establishment and mobilizing the Democratic base.
Republicans attack Democratic donor George Soros, but the two biggest political donors from outside the state favor Republicans.
Incumbents saw key support from the business community, while hardline conservatives like Tim Dunn also spent heavily.