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Adding to the complexity is the candidacy of James Telerico, who has Democratic backing and notable support from Barack Obama, who recently campaigned with him. Telerico’s presence in the race is viewed as a significant threat, especially to Cornyn, as Obama’s involvement could energize Democratic voters statewide.
When asked who would perform better against Telerico—Cornyn or the challenger—the latter asserts he would energize voters more effectively. He criticizes Cornyn’s perceived lack of energy and grassroots campaigning, suggesting that his opponent's visibility is minimal compared to the challenger’s active efforts on the ground.