The countdown to Texas’ March 3 primary is on, which means the news is packed with debate coverage, campaign stumping, candidate soundbites and pollster stats. But what should you really be looking out for to be an informed voter this year?

Join The Texas Tribune for our first Teach Me How to Texas event to make sure you know the biggest issues in play before you head to the polls in March. Tribune political reporters Cassi Pollock and Alex Samuels will be joined by the Austin American-Statesman's Ryan Autullo to talk about the candidates, races and topics they’re watching heading into primary season. What surprises might we see from the primary, and what do they mean for November’s general election? Join us for this happy hour event to find out everything you need to know before you cast your vote.

Event Details

This event will take place at The Brewer’s Table outdoor patio at 4715 E. 5th St. in Austin. The event is free, open to the public and will include light bites and a cash bar. Ample parking is available in The Brewer’s Table’s parking lot just outside the restaurant.

The Texas Tribune is a nonpartisan, nonprofit media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Learn more and become a member at texastribune.org.

This event is presented by Texas Realtors and hosted by The Brewer’s Table. Media support is provided by Austin American-Statesman.

Tribune events are also supported through contributions from our founding investors and members. Though donors and corporate sponsors underwrite The Texas Tribune events, they play no role in determining the content, panelists or line of questioning.