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Sat Nov 20, 2021, 06:17 AM Nov 2021

Zaffirini files for reelection to Texas senate

State Sen. Judith Zaffirini announced she filed to run for reelection in the March Democratic Primary.

Zaffirini, D-Laredo, represents Senate District 21, which includes Starr County.

“Remaining motivated, persistent and passionate in public service is easy when you understand the good you can achieve for millions of Texans,” Zaffirini said in a news release. “I’m running to continue to forge a better future for our children and for our communities.”

In 1986, Zaffirini became the first Hispanic woman elected to the Texas Senate. She is the second highest-ranking senator and the highest-ranking woman and Hispanic senator.

Read more: https://myrgv.com/local-news/elections/2021/11/19/zaffirini-files-for-reelection-to-texas-senate/

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