Kinky Friedman Won't Run for Governor

Businessman Farouk Shami and former Houston mayor Bill White are now alone (as of now) in their race for the Democratic nomination for governor; Kinky Friedman has chosen to instead focus on the race for State Agriculture Commissioner. He will face off on the Democratic ticket with Hank Gilbert (who was also considering a run for governor). Friedman hasn't endorsed any gubernatorial candidate, but said, "There is a clear alternative for the people of Texas, and today I'm changing courses with a happy heart." [Texas Tribune]