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Paul Thomasson

DEMOCRAT

Paul Thomasson is running for Texas State Senator, District 5, Democratic Primary.

Personal background

Paul earned a bachelor's degree from Southwestern University and a master's degree in theology from Southern Methodist University. He lives with his wife, Dyane, and has two children and two grandchildren.

Professional background

Paul is currently retired. He previously served as the pastor at United Methodist Churches in Caldwell, Coldspring, Mineola, Houston, Carthage, Wharton, Mont Belvieu, and Mabank.

Political background

Paul's campaign for Texas State Senate, District 5 is his first run for public office.

Economy

Said, "I will do everything in my power to push for legislation that focuses on increasing the minimum wage, re-considering unfair tax breaks, and lowering the cost of healthcare."

Opposes the right of capture, which allows landowners to access groundwater beneath their land, and supports access to water for all Texans.

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Public Safety

Said, "The three things that really touch my heart the strongest have to do with the environment, immigration and gun violence."

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Healthcare

Wants to make healthcare more accessible and open more rural hospitals.

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Education

Said, "The top priorities if elected would include working on reversing the voucher bill that will take important funds away from public schools."

Said, "The standard of education needs to be focused on facts and data, not political opinion."

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Energy & the Environment

Said, "I will advocate for legislation that allocates funding to proper preparations long before extreme weather and flooding conditions occur. This would include consideration for future major frozen weather conditions as our climate changes, as well as improved weather alerts, especially in areas where flooding is a concern."

Supports policies that address climate change.

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Voting & Elections

Said, "As the owner of five acres, I enjoy low property taxes, but recent tax breaks have taken money out of public schools, which I greatly oppose. However, property tax issues and housing affordability can be addressed as we look at unwanted data centers and others receiving unfair tax breaks."

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