Democrat Mike Collier launches campaign for Texas lieutenant governor

[RandySF]

Texas Democrat Mike Collier on Tuesday launched his 2022 campaign for lieutenant governor, setting up a rematch from his 2018 race against incumbent Republican Dan Patrick.

Collier, who worked in the energy sector and was a top adviser to President Biden’s campaign in Texas, came within 5 points of unseating Patrick three years ago.

Collier told The Hill he wants another shot at the lieutenant governorship to try to hold his old opponent accountable.

This is all about holding him accountable for some very serious failures. And the Lieutenant Governor's the arguably the most powerful position in Texas. And we've had some colossal failures,” Collier said.

The candidate cited the state's lack of preparedness for severe winter weather that killed more than 100 people and the response to the


https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/546337-democrat-mike-collier-launches-campaign-for-texas-lieutenant-governor

[yellowdogintexas]

1. This is fantastic! If anyone can take down Dan Patrick, it's Mike Collier

He now has exeptional name recognition due to his run for Comptroller in 2014 and his run for Lt Governor in 2018.

Smart, savvy, able to explain really dry stuff in an easily understood fashion, great sense of humor and very down to earth.

I had been seeing hints that this was going to happen; I am glad he finally announced!

[Paladin]

2. NOBODY deserves removal from office in Texas more than Dan Patrick.

Nobody.

Mike Collier has my full support.