Thread by @TexasTribune

1/ With big-name progressives like @AOC behind him, @GregCasar is poised to make waves in Congress.

Get to know the U.S. House candidate next Tuesday, April 12, at the @Austin_Club: bit.ly/3jmhUfi

Here’s what you need to know about Casar.

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2/ A fast-rising star in Democratic circles, @GregCasar is an advocate for affordable housing and higher taxes for the rich. He was a member of the Austin City Council from 2015-22.

3/ Casar has been called a “controversial force in city politics.” During his tenure on the Austin City Council, he was known for supporting cuts to the police department and fighting encampment bans.

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4/ In November, Casar resigned from his seat on the Austin City Council and announced his run for the U.S House of Representatives. He quickly gained support from many Texas politicians, including @MayorAdler and @wendydavis.

5/ And over the course of his campaign, Casar has garnered support from big-name national progressives as well, including @AOC and @BernieSanders.

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6/ On March 1, Casar won the Democratic primary for the Austin and San Antonio-area congressional seat with 61% of the vote. If he wins in November, Casar will be one of the youngest and most progressive people Texas has ever sent to Congress.

7/7 What will @GregCasar do if he earns a congressional seat?

Join us at 8 a.m. April 12 at @Austin_Club or online to discuss this and more in a conversation with Casar, interviewed by @James_Barragan.

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