Bret Jaspers

Bret worked as an organizer, actor, and New York City waiter before he began his career in radio. He has reported for NPR, WYPR News and The Signal. Past production work has been with WNYC’s On the Media, The Brian Lehrer Show and Soundcheck, as well as Wisconsin Public Radio.

Biden Says He'll Advertise In Texas. What Would A Full Campaign Require?

By • Aug 7, 2020

Former Vice President Joe Biden first tantalized Democrats when he tossed out a television ad in Texas in mid-July. The campaign aired versions of the spot in three other states.

Royce West Has Won Police Reforms In The Past. Is It Enough To Win A U.S. Senate Seat?

By • Jul 1, 2020

Years ago, when his kids were young, Texas Sen. Royce West remembers getting stopped by a cop.

Doctor Group Calls On Texas Republicans To Cancel In-Person Meeting

By • Jun 30, 2020

The president of the Texas Medical Association, Dr. Diana Fite, is urging the Republican Party of Texas to reconsider its in-person event in Houston. The event is scheduled for July 16 to 18.

Biden To Texas Dems: 'I Think We Have A Real Chance To Turn The State Blue'

By • Jun 7, 2020

Calling Texas an “important battleground” that he thinks he can win in November, presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden spoke to the virtual Texas state Democratic Convention in a recorded speech on Saturday. 

After Democrats Surged In 2018, Republican-Run States Eye New Curbs On Voting

By , & • Apr 22, 2019

After high turnout in last year's midterm elections propelled Democrats to a new House majority and big gains in the states, several Republican-controlled state legislatures are attempting to change voting-related rules in ways that might reduce future voter turnout.