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Democratic candidates Beto O'Rourke, Julian Castro make campaign stops in Austin

Beto O'Rourke and Julian Castro both brought their presidential campaigns through Austin on Friday.

AUSTIN, Texas — Democratic candidates Beto O'Rourke and Julian Castro both made campaign stops in Austin on Friday.

The Texas Democratic Party hosted a meet-and-greet with Castro at Cheer Up Charlies at 7 p.m. on Friday. 

There was a cost to get into the event, and the money will go to the Texas Democrats.

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Beto O'Rourke made his third visit to Austin since announcing his campaign for president. He had a meet-and-greet at Scholz Garten on Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

That event was free, but guests had to register before attending. 

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The Democratic candidates from Texas participated in the first Democratic debate for the 2020 elections on Wednesday.

O'Rourke's campaign said in a release on Thursday that Change Research's latest Texas poll had O'Rourke at a three-point lead over former Vice President Joe Biden in the race and a twenty-five point lead over Castro.

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