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Texas Democrats Field Historic 104 Candidates for 2026

12/18/2025

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In Texas, the Democratic Party will field candidates for every state and federal race in 2026, a historic first.
The Texas Democratic Party has recruited 104 candidates for all congressional, state House, and Senate seats to boost turnout.
Despite past failures in deep-red areas, leaders say running candidates everywhere can create a ripple effect.
Zack Dunn and Diana Loya are first-time runners motivated by local issues.

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Story summary

In Texas, the Democratic Party will field candidates for every state and federal race in 2026, a historic first.
The Texas Democratic Party has recruited 104 candidates for all congressional, state House, and Senate seats to boost turnout.
Despite past failures in deep-red areas, leaders say running candidates everywhere can create a ripple effect.
Zack Dunn and Diana Loya are first-time runners motivated by local issues.