Julián Castro Finally Had His Big Moment at the First Debate

Julián Castro has been a rising star in the Democratic Party since at least 2012, but it took him until Wednesday' night's presidential primary debate to finally catch the spotlight.

Since launching his campaign, the former San Antonio mayor, Democratic National Convention keynote speaker and HUD Secretary has had the personal story, bold policy proposals and smooth speaking style that are hallmarks of a solid contender. What he hasn't had is any attention.

Julián Castro has been a rising star in the Democratic Party since at least 2012, but it took him until Wednesday' night's presidential primary debate to finally catch the spotlight. Since launching his campaign, the former San Antonio mayor, Democratic National Convention keynote speaker and HUD Secretary has had the personal story, bold policy proposals and smooth speaking style that are hallmarks of a solid contender. What he hasn't had is any attention.