Joshua Blank
Research director for the Texas Politics Project and political analyst with expertise on Texas elections, voter behavior, and campaign dynamics.
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Mar 31, 2026 • 37min
Could this finally be the year for Texas Democrats?
Alvaro Corral, a Texas political scientist focused on Latino voting, Jessica Taylor, a national race analyst at the Cook Political Report, and Joshua Blank, research director for the Texas Politics Project, dissect Texas’s shifting electorate. They explore James Talarico’s appeal, GOP intraparty clashes between Cornyn and Paxton, South Texas dynamics, immigration’s local impact, fundraising and how national trends shape statewide competitiveness.
May 2, 2025 • 30min
IRS Automated Guidance: Pros and Cons
Professors Joshua Blank and Leigh Osofsky, co-authors of *Automated Agencies: The Transformation of Government Guidance*, dive into the IRS's use of AI and chatbots for legal guidance. They discuss how automation can streamline taxpayer interactions but also raise concerns about misinformation and oversimplification. The duo highlights the inequities faced by taxpayers with fewer resources and underscores the importance of transparency in developing these tools. Their insights explore the delicate balance between efficiency and accuracy in modern tax administration.
