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  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
April 2, 2025 at 9:07 PM

Democrats won big last night 💙

Across the country, we’re fighting back and winning Y'all, In yesterday's Wisconsin Supreme Court election, Democrats went up against millions spent by the richest man in the world. And we WON. Yesterday's election was the first big test of how the American people really feel about Donald Trump, E…
  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
March 31, 2025 at 10:49 PM

Wisconsin needs us.

We need ALL hands on deck! Y'all, There’s a huge election coming up. Elon Musk is spending $20 million to win it. And if we lose, Democrats stand to permanently lose power in a vital battleground state. Here’s the deal.  Elon Musk has turned the Wisconsin Supreme Court election – which is tomorrow…
  Chair Kendall Scudder · [email protected]
March 31, 2025 at 8:36 PM

$50,000 raised this weekend – let’s keep moving this party forward.

It’s a new chapter for Texas Democrats Y'all,Something is happening here in Texas.  I’m so grateful to serve as your new Chair of the Texas Democratic Party. And I’ve got some great news. This past weekend – in just the 24 hours after I was elected Chair – we raised nearly $50,000! Y’all are fir…
  Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
March 29, 2025 at 5:39 PM

Introducing…🥁

the new Chair of the Texas Democratic Party! Y'all, A new chapter for Texas Democrats starts today. We’d like to introduce Kendall Scudder, the new Chair of the Texas Democratic Party!  Kendall Scudder has a long track record of helping build power for our party – and as Chair, he’s ready to lead …
  Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
March 28, 2025 at 10:32 PM

Thank You Chair Gilberto Hinojosa 💙

For the past 12 years, Chair Hinojosa has devoted himself to leading our party forward. Y'all, As we ramp up to elect a new Texas Democratic Party Chair, we want to commemorate the time and labor that our outgoing Chair has devoted to our cause.  Originally from the Rio Grande Valley, Chair Gilber…
  Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
March 20, 2025 at 4:03 PM

BREAKING: Trump to destroy Dept. of Education

This will only take a couple of minutes Friend, This is the Texas Democratic Party with a critical update.   Today, Donald Trump will likely sign an executive order to advance Project 2025 by abolishing the Department of Education.  This will gut our already underfunded public schools, slash finan…
  Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
March 18, 2025 at 8:04 PM

Town halls in Republican districts

Texas Republicans are ducking accountability. We’re bringing it to them. Y'all, Last night we heard from thousands of Texans who are frustrated and disappointed by their Republican members of Congress. “No more town halls” – that’s what the head of House Republicans’ campaign arm told his conferen…
  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
March 18, 2025 at 1:50 AM

Texans show up and fight back — every day.

We’re a force to be reckoned with Y'all,  Thousands showed up tonight for our virtual town hall — proving that Texans everywhere are putting in the work to stand up and fight back against Republican attacks on our livelihoods and freedoms. Texas Democrats are a force to be reckoned with.  We heard…
  Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
March 17, 2025 at 11:01 PM

Happening TONIGHT! 🔊

Join Congresswoman Julie Johnson, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, and State Rep. James Talarico! Hi friend, Please don’t forget: Our virtual Town Hall is happening TONIGHT! We’ll dive into Donald Trump and the GOP’s disastrous agenda, breaking down what’s at stake and what comes next. Don’t miss t…
  Congresswoman Julie Johnson — Texas Democrats · [email protected]
March 13, 2025 at 2:01 PM

Where we go from here

Join me, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, and State Rep. James Talarico! Hi friend,  Donald Trump is on a rampage against the most vulnerable among us—gutting programs Texans count on, attacking LGBTQ+ rights, and firing thousands of veterans like they’re disposable. He’s not just dangerous—he’s re…
  Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
March 12, 2025 at 7:43 PM

Why hundreds of Texans stayed up ALL NIGHT

Texans pulled an all-nighter to protest school vouchers. Y'all, we’re so proud– Last night, hundreds of Democratic lawmakers and everyday Texans pulled an all-nighter to protest school vouchers.   Over 700 Texans registered to speak at yesterday’s hearing on House Bill 3, a proposal to defund publ…
  Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
March 11, 2025 at 8:54 PM

Stop Abbott’s Voucher Scam. Join us.

Republicans in the legislature are at it again Y'all, did you hear about today’s school voucher hearing in Austin?   Republicans in the state legislature are one step closer to passing Greg Abbott’s school voucher scam, which would drain funding from our public schools at a time when they need it …
  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
March 6, 2025 at 9:03 PM

Tonight: Convo with Twitter star @OrganizerMemes

You’re invited! Friend,  I’d like to invite you to tune in to a live conversation happening over on Twitter TONIGHT with none other than @OrganizerMemes. Together, we’ll break down the work of state parties like ours, and our evolving plans to ensure the Texas Democratic Party keeps fighting for o…
  Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
March 6, 2025 at 7:00 PM

Last night was a raging success

All thanks to you. 💙 Howdy friend, The second annual Texas Trailblazers Block Party was a raging success! Thanks to everyone who came out last night to show our collective power as Democrats.   These gatherings are vital opportunities for us to grow our power and move Texas forward. Last night’s i…
  Texas Democrats HQ · [email protected]
March 5, 2025 at 8:04 PM

See you TONIGHT 🎉

For an unforgettable evening of unity and hope. Howdy friend! Please join us tonight for our BIGGEST event of the year: the second annual Texas Trailblazers Block Party! We’ve been working around the clock for the past few months to bring you an unforgettable evening of unity and hope.   Tonight’s…
  Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
March 4, 2025 at 9:13 PM

Our biggest event of 2025 🪩

We want to see you there. Howdy friend, We wanted to make sure you know that the Texas Trailblazers Block Party is TOMORROW! Our biggest event of the year, we’ve put our all into planning an evening to knock your socks off.   We’re most excited for the panel discussion with our amazing slate of s…
  Councilman Zohaib “Zo” Qadri — Texas Democrats · [email protected]
February 28, 2025 at 6:43 PM

How I made history in Austin, TX

Together, we’re fighting for equal opportunity for every Texan Howdy friend, I’ll be speaking at next week’s Texas Trailblazers Block Party — and I hope to see you there! The great state of Texas is a multicultural hub that offers opportunities for every walk of life. No matter where you go, you’…
  Candace Valenzuela · [email protected]
February 26, 2025 at 5:38 PM

Texas kids need us to fight back

Here’s how we can organize & get to work. Howdy friend, I am so excited to share that I’ll be speaking at next week’s Texas Trailblazers Block Party! You and I both know that the future of Texas hinges on the strength of our public schools.   Throughout my childhood, my family and I experienc…
  Amanda Zurawski – Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
February 25, 2025 at 7:24 PM

I never thought I’d be a Woman of the Year.

I was extremely lucky to even survive. Hi friend, I never thought I’d become an activist, and I never imagined myself suing the state of Texas.   But when I was 18 weeks pregnant, with a daughter my husband and I chose to name Willow, I began experiencing preterm prelabor rupture of membranes. Unf…
  Katy Schmader, Organizing Director – Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
February 21, 2025 at 9:57 PM

Together we have what it takes

And as Texans, we never give up. Howdy y'all, With nearly 200 participants tuning in last night, our first organizing call of the year was a huge success! It was an amazing reminder of how energized and ready Texans are to take action and resist Trump and Abbott’s regimes. As Texans, we know what …
  TDP Organizing Team · [email protected]
February 20, 2025 at 10:31 PM

🚨 Happening soon!

Join our call at 5:30pm! Friend, Don’t forget, our Path Forward virtual call is happening soon.  As we continue the fight to protect all Texans against Republican extremists like Trump and Abbott, it is imperative we come together to build a strong grassroots movement. So, please join us to hear a…
  Katy Schmader, Organizing Director – Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
February 20, 2025 at 6:08 PM

Did you see my last email?

Register for our call at 5:30pm Howdy y’all, I wanted to make sure you saw my last email – I’m Katy Schmader, the new Organizing Director for the Texas Democratic Party.  As a proud Texan I know the amount of arduous work we still have to do to save our state from the vile grip of GOP rule. No mat…
  Katy Schmader, Organizing Director – Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
February 19, 2025 at 11:50 PM

Meet Our New Organizing Director! 📋

Sign up for our call this Thursday, Feb. 20 at 5:30pm Howdy y'all,  I’m Katy Schmader, the new Organizing Director for the Texas Democratic Party.   I never thought I belonged in politics. I was a Special Education teacher before I began phone banking for Beto O’Rourke in 2018. Since then, I’ve work…
  Texas Democratic Party HQ · [email protected]
February 19, 2025 at 8:42 PM

Introducing…🥁

Get ready for Trailblazing beats at the Texas Trailblazers Block Party Howdy y'all,  Are you ready to hear some trailblazing beats from The Bad Precedents at the Texas Trailblazers Block Party? That’s right, The Bad Precedents is our official band for this year's Texas Trailblazers Block Party. Made…
  Texas Democratic Party HQ · [email protected]
February 12, 2025 at 7:40 PM

Join us for our annual Texas Trailblazers Block Party!

You DON’T want to miss this! Howdy y'all,  We’re so excited to invite you to our second annual Texas Trailblazers Block Party! There’ll be live music, special guests, and the chance to come together with other dedicated changemakers fighting for the Texas we all deserve.  WHEN: Wednesday, Mar 5, 20…
  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
February 11, 2025 at 4:27 PM

Our Path Forward in 2025 and beyond

Be the first to learn about our new priorities: Hi Friend,  In these dark times, Democrats can’t give in. That’s what Republicans like Donald Trump and Elon Musk want — for us to passively accept their extremist agenda.  No— we need to stand tall, be loud, and fight back.  That’s why the Texas Democ…
  Texas Dems Store · [email protected]
February 7, 2025 at 5:12 PM

Love is in the air 🩷

This Valentine’s Day show your love for public schools! Howdy Friend,  Love is in the air, so this Valentine’s Day show your love for public schools!   Nothing makes a statement like proudly wearing our “I ♥️Public Schools” or “Country Girls Vote Anti-Voucher” merch.  Friend, the unprecedented attac…
  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
February 5, 2025 at 6:49 PM

You’re Invited: SAVE THE DATE!

The Texas Trailblazers Block Party is back! Howdy Friend!  I wanted to be the first to let you know that the Texas Trailblazers Block Party is back!  The Texas Trailblazers Block Party is a special annual celebration that recognizes the sustaining donors of the Texas Democratic Party. There’ll be mu…
  Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
February 3, 2025 at 9:11 PM

ICYMI: Texans spoke directly to Greg Abbott >>

Share your #StateOfMyState Story Friend,Did you watch yesterday’s State of the State address? If you opted not to watch Greg Abbott’s 45-minute tirade, we don’t blame you. His speech was chock-full of hate-mongering, scapegoating, and patting himself on the back. The truth is, Greg Abbott doesn’t kn…
  Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
January 31, 2025 at 10:28 PM

2025: The Year Texans Fight Back

We’re in this for the long haul. Friend,  As January comes to a close, we’re reflecting on the long road ahead of us to defend our communities from Donald Trump.   There's too many horrible decisions Trump has made in the past two weeks for us to unpack in one email. And that’s the point. Donald Tru…
  Texas Democrats HQ · [email protected]
January 28, 2025 at 8:36 PM

Trump just ordered a federal spending freeze

While Texas children will go hungry, House Republicans are at a beach retreat. Friend,  Seemingly overnight, Trump and his cronies have decided to pull the plug on vital public programs that millions of Texans rely on. This spending freeze will disrupt the lives of countless Americans, causing wides…
  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
January 20, 2025 at 6:49 PM

We’re not backing down

It takes every single one of us to build safe communities Y’all,  Today Donald Trump is being sworn into office.  The next four years of his reign will not be easy, but I know that Texas Democrats are ready to fight for the safety of our communities. The strength of our Party is not about any single…
  The Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
January 16, 2025 at 12:05 AM

We’ve never backed down from a challenge before

Democrats in the legislature are committed to standing up for every Texan, every day Y’all,  With the Texas Legislature now in session, our Democrats have a long and arduous fight ahead.   We know they’ll fight back against fringe Republican rule – and do everything they can to protect Texans’ publ…
  The Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
January 14, 2025 at 6:03 PM

Republican extremists are flooding our Capitol

United, we will defeat the violence and chaos ahead >> Friend,  The 89th Texas Legislative session begins today and we’re ready to fight for all Texans. But Republican extremists are flooding the Texas Capitol to try and elect a fringe Speaker who is committed to banning Democrats from the le…
  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
January 11, 2025 at 3:01 PM

Let’s get to work

I’ve got great news, y'all:Thanks to your incredible support, we hit our final fundraising goal of 2024 and can kick off this year on the right foot. It’s because of your continued support – whether it’s $4, $20.25, or even $100 – we’re able to prepare for the fight ahead of us. We’ve been able to …
  The Texas Democratic Party · [email protected]
January 9, 2025 at 4:01 PM

Honoring President Carter

Friend,  Today is a solemn day, a day of mourning, as we honor President Jimmy Carter and his incredible legacy.Many of us know his story well – growing up on a peanut farm, serving in the Navy, becoming Governor, elected President, and Nobel Peace Prize winner. His story is one of the American dre…
  Texas Democrats HQ · [email protected]
January 6, 2025 at 10:40 PM

Four years ago Trump incited an insurrection

friend today marks four years since the insurrection at the United States Capitol –  a dark stain on our nation’s history.   Donald Trump launched an assault on our democracy January 6, 2021. And Texas Democrats refuse to forget this atrocious attack on our nation.   Donald Trump has already pledge…
  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
December 31, 2024 at 4:01 PM

One final ask

Happy almost New Year, y'all! I know you’re getting ready to ring in 2025, but I wouldn’t be reaching out again if it wasn’t important.We’re about $2,500 away from hitting our final fundraising goal of the year — and we’re running out of time to meet the mark. Can you get us across the line by maki…
  Texas Dems HQ · [email protected]
December 28, 2024 at 5:01 PM

Confirm your 2025 TDP Donor status

Hi y'all,  It’s clear Texas needs Democrats who are in it for the long haul. Our work to create good-paying jobs, protect health care, and build a brighter future for all Texans doesn't stop at the end of 2024. That’s why we’re asking for your help and your $3 to help us hit our last fundraising go…
  Texas Dems HQ · [email protected]
December 19, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Elon Musk is running the government now

And Texas children will go hungry during the holidays as a result. Friend,  It is clear that Trump and his billionaire friends will not protect hard working American families. This GOP government shutdown is another clear example of what the next four years will look like for us.  Republicans in Co…
  TDP Gift Advisor · [email protected]
December 12, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Get a gift for your favorite Texas Democrat

Gearing up for the coming year Hi y’all,  The holidays are a time to gather with loved ones.And here at TDP, we’re committed to helping keep you prepared. So if you and your loved ones are still wondering what to get your favorite Texas Democrat, we have you covered. >> Don’t miss your chance…
  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
December 10, 2024 at 5:33 PM

The road ahead of us

Gearing up for the coming year Y’all,  The road ahead of us is not easy, that’s why our work is extremely important.  In order to expand our outreach, strengthen our base, and gear up for the coming year, we need your support. Are you in? DONATE A $10 gift – yes only $10 – will help us:Organize com…
  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
November 30, 2024 at 3:01 PM

Before we close our books for the month

Y'all, Before we close our books for the end of the month, we want to ask if you could spare $3 to support Texas Democrats across our state and help build a foundation for the next year. But first, we wanted to let you know exactly where your support goes: Recruiting and training potential candidat…
  Texas Dems HQ · [email protected]
November 20, 2024 at 9:31 PM

Time to roll up our sleeves

Friend,  This work is a lifelong fight, and it can feel hard when we take those steps backwards before we move forward again. It was a challenging election year, and we’re incredibly proud to have stood alongside you as we reached out to friends, neighbors, and voters across the state. It’s because…
  Colin Allred · [email protected]
November 4, 2024 at 6:11 PM

No regrets

Help me finish this race strong! Y’all,   I don't want to wake up on Nov. 6 thinking I could have done more to defeat Ted Cruz and give 30 million Texans the leadership they deserve.I'm hoping you feel the same, and that's why I'm personally asking: DONATE Thanks to grassroots support from folks li…
  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
October 31, 2024 at 5:01 PM

What’s even scarier than ghouls and ghosts

Hi friend,It may be Halloween, but here’s what’s even scarier than ghouls and ghosts: extremist Republicans retaining power and threatening our healthcare access, stripping Medicare and Social Security benefits, and leaving working families in Texas behind.  Horror movies and haunted houses are li…
  Gilberto Hinojosa · [email protected]
October 12, 2024 at 4:02 PM

24 Days to Victory in '24

Hi Friend,  In 24 days, we shape the future of 2024! This year, we launched Texas Offense, the first statewide coordinated campaign in over 20 years. This is history in the making, and we are quickly approaching the moment we’ve all been working towards. We’ve fought too hard to stop now -- the Tex…
  Monique Alcala · [email protected]
October 5, 2024 at 2:01 PM

One month away

Y’all, I can’t believe I’m saying this: Election Day is only 30 days away.  We are so close to one of the most important elections of our lifetime, and there has never been more at stake in Texas. That’s why we can’t sit this one out. We’re out there knocking doors, talking to our community, and ge…
  Texas Dems HQ · [email protected]
October 1, 2024 at 6:25 PM

Get your Harris/Walz 2024 yard signs!

Y’all,  We’ve got a fun update for you: official yard signs for the Harris-Walz campaign have arrived at our headquarters -- just in time before the debate!Make it clear what you stand for and who you’re supporting this election by donating $24 for a yard sign today and we’ll send one to your door.…
  Chairman Gilberto Hinojosa · [email protected]
October 1, 2024 at 12:30 AM

fwd: We’re still short of our fundraising deadline

Hi y’all, The Republicans are feeling the pressure. And they’re running scared. That’s why they’re throwing tens of millions of dollars to secure a win for Ted Cruz -- and secure their influence over our freedoms and democracy.This is our chance to make it clear we won’t stand by and watch this hap…