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Endorsements Democratic Primary 2024
The following candidates were endorsed by the membership of the Hays County Tejano Democrats. Chevo Pastrano for STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 45, endorsed by Hays County Tejano Democrats Alicia Key for DISTRICT JUDGE, 483RD JUDICIAL DISTRICT, endorsed by Hays County Tejano Democrats Alex Villalobos for HAYS COUNTY SHERIFF, endorsed by Hays County Tejano Democrats Cynthia…
Read MoreSuccessful Candidate Forum
The Hays County Tejano Democrats Candidate Forum and Endorsement Meeting was a huge success! Before a standing room only crowd at Kyle City Hall, candidates in eight contested races answered questions. The Forum Moderators were Willie Tenorio, Jr. and Ray Chávez. The timekeeper was Rachel Najera. Members voted and endorsed eight candidates. The following…
Read MoreQuestionnaires for March 2024 Primary Candidates
Our mission at Hays County Tejano Democrats includes voter education. As part of that quest, we asked candidates several questions and they responded! Please download for insights into the candidates’ positions, and philosophy. This is a great opportunity to gain insights on the people that want to represent you! March 2024 Democratic Primary Candidate Questionnaires…
Read MoreHays County Tejano Democrats Candidate Forum and Endorsements meeting Jan 25 2024
You are invited to the Hays County Tejano Democrats Candidate Forum and Endorsements meeting. All candidates with primary opponents will have an opportunity to answer questions in front of a live audience. This meeting is open to the public, so members of our organization and non-members will be there. Hays County Tejano Democrats Candidate…
Read MoreDemocratic Candidates March 5, 2024 Primary
Filing has ended for the March 5, 2024 Democratic Primary! Here are the Democrats that filed locally, plus the occupations they listed on their filing forms. An asterisk denotes the incumbent. Constable, Precinct 1 *David Lois Peterson – Constable, Precinct 1 Lorenzo Faustino Gonzalez – Police Officer Constable, Precinct 2 *Michael Torres – Constable, Precinct…
Read MoreFiling for the Democrat 2024 Primary
If you are considering a run for office in the Tuesday, March 5, 2024 – Democratic Primary Election, you will need a filing packet. You can get it sent to you via email. Contact the Hays County Democrat Party Chair, John Hatch at party headquarters, 512-392-0840. Filing Dates First day to file for a place…
Read MoreHispanic Heritage Fiesta 2023 Sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors for this great event! Hispanic Heritage Fiesta A Tribute to Sandra Tenorio, Democracy Champion! Presented by the Hays County Tejano Democrats! October 12, 2023 6-8pm Los Vaqueros Cafe and Grill 804 W. Center St. Kyle, TX 78640 🌟 ** Sandra Tenorio Hispanic Heritage Hero ** 🌟 Lizbeth Dobbins Rachel Nájera…
Read MoreHispanic Heritage Fiesta
Hispanic Heritage Fiesta A Tribute to Sandra Tenorio, Democracy Champion! Presented by the Hays County Tejano Democrats! October 12, 2023 6-8pm Los Vaqueros Cafe and Grill 804 W. Center St. Kyle, TX 78640 We are on a mission that is as urgent as it is inspiring – to carry forward the legacy of our…
Read MoreRepublican Recount Fails
After a great Blue Wave November 2022 Election, where Hays County Democrats won every race where they fielded a candidate, two Republicans filed for a recount. However, Mark Jones, Candidate for Hays County Judge and David Puryear, Candidate for Criminal District Attorney, ultimately lost their recount efforts. David Puryear is linked to a suspect in…
Read MoreCarrie Isaac Voter Suppression Bill
Political TikTok videos are very educational*. A few days ago, State Representative Carrie Isaac of House District 73, which includes Comal County and part of Hays County, received national attention. She filed HB 2390, which she calls the “campus protection/school safety bill”. If she accurately described it, it would be called the student suppression bill.…
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