Is pocketbook over party the campaign theme of Senate primary run off loser Royce West? West has also been exposed as being business partners with a major Trump donor. Readers will also remember John Cornyn appeared to be actively campaigning for Royce West back in the summer.
Given this context it is easy to understand why West was recently quoted saying he will not vote for MJ Hegar.
“MJ Hegar has my cell phone number. She has not called to ask for my support.”
During the primary runoff both candidates had pledged to support the Democratic nominee. This is the type of Democratic infighting that has some concerned that down ballot races will feel the hang over effects of a party that is not united going into the final weeks of the election. It appears West is simply voting his personal business interests – pocketbook over party.
Pocketbook Over Party Or Squadron Wingman
West’s actions have created a response as one group put together a video supporting MJ Hegar and asking why he is not on board with the Democratic nominee.
Their video includes a link to an ActBlue fundraiser.
