TX HD 105: Recount All But Certain
Vince Leibowitz | Nov 11, 2008 | Comments 1
With the provisional ballots counted in the Texas HD 105 race between Rep. Linda Harper Brown (R-Irving) and Democrat Bob Romano, Republicans have–for now–held their one-seat advantage in the Texas House. But, a recount is almost certain and could change the results of the race.
From the Dallas Morning News:
However, her already small lead shrank from 34 to 20 votes after a Dallas County ballot board accepted 61 provisional ballots, amid Republican allegations of impropriety.
Her narrow victory could lead to a recount that might have implications for embattled House Speaker Tom Craddick.
But it was unclear whether Democratic challenger Bob Romano would request a recount. He could not be reached for comment late Monday.
“I think it’s such a small number that you certainly need to consider the possibility of a recount,” said Darlene Ewing, chairwoman of the Dallas County Democratic Party.
Romano doesn’t actually have to request a recount under Texas law. According to the Texas Election Code, anyone may request the recount.
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