A Time for Choosin’, Texas
Senator John Cornyn of Texas faces potential political retirement as he struggles to resonate with the state's dramatic political landscape. His career may end similarly to that of Sam Houston, who also faced challenges in Texas politics. The article reflects on the shifting dynamics within Texas and Cornyn's position in it.
- ▪Senator John Cornyn is not considered a strong enough figure for Texas politics.
- ▪Texans are reportedly ready to push Cornyn into retirement.
- ▪The article draws a parallel between Cornyn's situation and that of Sam Houston.
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Kevin D. Williamson / May 20, 2026 A Time for Choosin’, Texas On Paxton vs. Cornyn. Politics Illustration by Noah Hickey/The Dispatch (Photos via Getty Images). Illustration by Noah Hickey/The Dispatch (Photos via Getty Images). Audio Turn any article into a podcast. Upgrade now to start listening. Text Size Members can share articles with friends & family to bypass the paywall. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads Email 0 Open and scroll to the comments section Sen. John Cornyn of Texas is no Sam Houston. But—at the risk of giving a hostage to Fate—it appears that his political career is likely to end the way Houston’s did: He is not a big enough lunatic for Texas, a state that loves its drama, and Texans are poised to send him into an involuntary retirement. Kevin D. Williamson Kevin D.
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