# Austin attorney supports Talarico over Paxton

> Austin lawyer Thomas J. Henry switches from pro-Paxton to backing Democratic candidate Talarico.
- Title: Austin attorney supports Talarico over Paxton | Shortify
- Summary: Austin lawyer Thomas J. Henry switches from pro-Paxton to backing Democratic candidate Talarico. Austin attorney Thomas J. Henry, a major donor to GOP Senate…
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- Source: Houstonchronicle — https://houstonchronicle.com/news/politics/state/article/thomas-henry-paxton-talarico-support-22488825.php
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- Topics: thomas j henry, ken paxton, james talarico, austin, lone star liberty pac, pro-paxton super pac, news, local
## Henry switches political support
Austin attorney Thomas J. Henry, a major donor to GOP Senate candidate Ken Paxton, now backs Democratic nominee James Talarico.

> I found that James' approach to these problems that affect Texas and our country was balanced, straightforward, and honest.
## Henry's reasons for switch
Henry switched after learning Talarico values respect, fairness, safety, and good economics, and after realizing Paxton wouldn't debate Sen. Cornyn.
## Henry's past donations
Henry's law firm donated $646,000 to the pro-Paxton Lone Star Liberty PAC in May 2019, and previously supported Democratic candidates.
## Key takeaway

Austin attorney Thomas J. Henry, a major donor to GOP Senate candidate Ken Paxton, now supports Democratic nominee James Talarico after finding his approach balanced and honest.