Democrat Gina Hinojosa Celebrates Victory to Become First Latina Governor of Texas | The Root

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“Everything is bigger in Texas, including the shock of this win!” Gina Hinojosa is celebrating a historic victory! The Democrat has defeated Republican incumbent Greg Abbott to become Texas’ first Latina governor, breaking new ground in a state that hasn’t elected a Democrat to…