Texas has the most competitive electricity market in the world. Its telecommunications market is equally successful. While the details of the transitions to competition for these two markets differ, the results are remarkably similar-exceptional increases in consumer choice and decreases in consumer prices.
Election Integrity
Consolidating Elections to Increase Turnout and Save Taxpayer Dollars
Uniform election dates produce four main benefits: 1) higher voter turnout, 2) election administration cost savings, 3) decreased likelihood of special interests dominating a low-turnout election, and 4) reduced election worker burnout. Key points: Seven states require municipal elections to be consolidated with even-year federal election dates. This increases turnout and saves $29.5-129 million for...
March 20, 2026