Dear John, Nearly four years ago, we started Ground Game Texas with a theory: that leading with popular, progressive issues at the local level is the key to building long-term change in Texas. Since that time, this organization has run 17 ballot measure campaigns in cities ac…

Dear John, Managing Director Mars Rodriguez has been a vital part of Central Texas organizing since they were a teenager. Growing up in a working-class home, they came to political work in 2016 understanding that in order for people’s lives to improve, we must organize to mak…

Dear John, This year, our progressive movement has faced numerous challenges, but with your support, Ground Game Texas has been able to meet the moment time and again. In Dallas, we leveled up our efforts to decriminalize marijuana across the state, gathering over 50,000 sign…

Dear John, As we head toward 2025, Ground Game Texas is committed to the fight for progressive values across the state. Despite a hostile electoral climate that saw disappointing returns at both the state and federal levels, Ground Game’s ballot initiatives won across the boa…

Dear John, Every night, as I tuck my two daughters into bed, I think about the legacy we’re building and the sacrifices of the generations before us. When I look at my girls, I see the strength and resilience of my family—the kind of grit that shaped who I am and fuels my wor…

John, Texas is often misunderstood. Some see us through our deficits — a place opposed to progress. But I know a different Texas. A place of love and community and struggle. A place where resilient and resourceful people are organizing in their communities to build a better f…

John, As I reflect on last week’s results and the past year of organizing, I keep coming back to our win last week in Amarillo — a powerful reminder of what’s possible when we invest in and trust local organizers. With only eight weeks before Election Day, Ground Game joined…

John, There’s no sugarcoating how painful it is to be a Texas progressive right now. Our movement— our people—suffered a massive loss yesterday. Like many of you, we are looking for silver linings today. Possibilities of change. Hope for what we can build together. Here’s how…

John, Today’s the day! Like you, our eyes will be on the Presidential race, which will have a tremendous impact on our lives. Ground Game is part of a massive Texas coalition that is working to get out every vote. Later this evening, when you are watching the results come in…

John, There’s so much at stake in this election — you don’t need us to tell you that. But with 5 days left, we want to share how Ground Game’s ballot measure campaign in Dallas is driving turnout among voters 35 and younger. This demographic is essential for Democrats across …

John, Some great news: with seven days until Election Day, Texas voters are turning out in record numbers. And in terms of who is voting, our analysis shows all five of our endorsed Democratic candidates are making enormous gains. In north Dallas, Democratic House nominee Av…

John, A powerful sign Texas politics are moving in the right direction: VP Kamala Harris is leading a rally in Houston tomorrow, and she’ll be joined by Beyoncé! This is a big deal for Texas Democrats. With less than two weeks before Election Day, in an extremely close electi…

John, Today we’re feeling hopeful! Across the state, early voting numbers are coming in, and the turnout is amazing. Check out some of these headlines: “Texas sees record early-voting numbers, particularly in Democratic-leaning areas” (The Hill) “First day of Texas early vo…

John, Some very exciting news on the campaign front: the legendary Willie Nelson is boosting our Dallas campaign! This means a lot to our campaign. Not only because Willie Nelson is one of the most popular figures in Texas history. But also because Willie’s support illustr…

John, The most important federal race in Texas is happening right now in the Rio Grande Valley, where Democratic nominee Michelle Vallejo has a great chance to unseat the GOP incumbent in Congressional District 15. As the Texas Tribune reported yesterday, national Democrats ha…