The Dislikable Dewhurst

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Dewhurst’s inexperience in politics and his lack of political savvy, if elected, may very well end up costing Texas in the long run. So far, his Democratic opponent, John Sharp, has been getting more support from the Republicans of the state. Dewhurst has also missed his opportunity to gain support from the majority of the members in the Texas Senate. During last year’s sessions, Dewhurst met with several Republicans who believed that he would agree with and vote on their recommendations to redraw the districts. Dewhurst turned on the senators by voting differently than he had promised; therefore, gaining a detrimental lack of trust between himself and the members of the Senate. The most important job that the lieutenant governor possesses is Chair of the Senate. The lieutenant governor must have good working relationships as well as the trust of a universe of local and statewide officials in order to clarify and set the Senate’s agenda. When David Dewhurst failed to follow through with a simple promise with the senators last year, he lost his opportunity to be an effective lieutenant governor, if elected. Republicans simply don’t like him and don’t trust his abilities as lieutenant governor.

David Dewhurst has two things going for him, good looks and an estimated personal fortune of $200 million dollars. This may buy his campaign, but it certainly doesn’t mean that he qualifies for the job of lieutenant governor. In Texas, the office of lieutenant governor is the most powerful. If we want things to get done, and done right, we need to consider the fact that Dewhurst is an amateur in this race. His experience dates back four years and involves a self-financed campaign. In addition, he has not particularly distinguished himself making him still an outsider in Austin. John Sharp, on the other hand, has had experience in several areas of government including serving in both the House and Senate, the Railroad C...