Re: “We Recommend,” Friday Editorials.
I’ve read through this twice now. I cannot help being struck by the fact that several times throughout, very real concerns about Greg Abbott’s record are raised with good cause.
In my opinion, the worst thing said about Wendy Davis is that she has a “lofty” goal without a firm price tag. This is enough to recommend Abbott?
I believe the concerns listed about Abbott are valid and should give any voter in Texas pause to consider whether Abbott is capable of leading our fine state and representing all Texans fairly.
The News reports that he has been too beholden to donors and business interests to date to give me much confidence that I will be represented effectively by Greg Abbott.
I find it quite disturbing that you claim we should not elect Davis based, not on her own qualifications, but on the probably correct assumption that some elements among the GOP in Texas would react with stubborn gridlock if she were elected.
When did it become a good idea to cater to these elements and make decisions based on whether or not they will throw a temper tantrum instead of what is best for Texas?
Samantha Scott, North Dallas
@thelittlefyre