Former Bush Strategist Matthew Dowd Announces Democratic Bid For Texas Lieutenant Governor

Dallas TX

29 September, 2021

12:01 PM

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CBS Dallas/Fort Worth September 29, 2021 The chief strategist for George W. Bush's presidential reelection has changed parties and launched a campaign running against Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick. Matthew Dowd announced September 29 that he will run as a Democrat for the office of Lt. Gov. in next year's midterm election. In a video announcing his campaign, Dowd said Republicans have failed the state and called Patrick a "cruel and craven" politician who puts his political ambitions over the needs of everyday Texans. CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.