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- ↑ "Local businessman announces campaign for Schaefer's seat in Texas House". TylerPaper.com. August 15, 2023. Retrieved January 2, 2025.
- ↑ "Daniel Alders running for Schaefer's seat in Texas House". KETK.com | FOX51.com. August 15, 2023. Retrieved January 2, 2025.
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