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Texas Democratic Party
Dallas
Public Education
Voter Turnout
Democratic Party
Dallas County
Texas Politics
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Voting Rights Act
Barack Obama
San Antonio
Dallas, United States
Bo French
Gerrymandering
Rio Grande Valley
No Kings Movement
Ken Paxton
Progress Texas
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Texas is growing faster than anywhere else — and that growth means more electoral power. As blue strongholds lose seats, the road to protecting the White House must run through the Lone Star State. If we do not flip Texas by the next census, we risk losing the White House for a generation.

“Mission: Texas” dives into the strategy, people, and stories needed to flip the state.

Hosted by two Texa... more

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Texas Lieutenant Governor nominee Vikki Goodwin returns to Mission: Texas ahead of the general election to talk about her statewide campaign against Dan Patrick. Vikki breaks down why the data center boom has become the surprise unifying issue of the... more

Most families argue about politics at the dinner table. The Early family put two names on the ballot instead. Justin Early — Army veteran, cybersecurity architect, and Democrat running in Texas's 31st Congressional District — is challenging 13-term R... more

Today on Mission: Texas, we're putting Dallas County under the microscope. Our guests are Kardal Coleman, Chair of the Dallas County Democratic Party, and Yasmin Simon, the party's Vice Chair. Kardal is a Dallas native, Army veteran, licensed ministe... more

This week, Mission: Texas sits down with two working parents who decided the "someone else will run" strategy wasn't working anymore. Katie O'Brien Duzan is taking on HD-94 in Tarrant County, and Zach Herbert — a Marine Corps veteran and trial attorn... more

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Recent Guests

Kardal Coleman
Chair of the Dallas County Democratic Party
Dallas County Democratic Party
Episode: Ep. 43 - Trump is Coming To Dallas & Why Dallas County Democrats Aren't Worried
Yasmin Simon
Vice Chair of the Dallas County Democratic Party
Dallas County Democratic Party
Episode: Ep. 43 - Trump is Coming To Dallas & Why Dallas County Democrats Aren't Worried
Katie O'Brien Duzan
Candidate for Texas state house, running in Tarrant County
Campaign for Texas House
Episode: Ep. 42: "How To" Run For Office (from two working parents)
Liza Hameline
A lawyer and election activist deeply involved in Texas Democratic politics, including the Hispanic Caucus and county-level organizing
Texas Democratic Party
Episode: Ep. 41: The Surprise Shake Up Within the Texas Democratic Party (Liza Hameline & Chris Servin)
Chris Servin
A lawyer and SDEC member focused on coordinating campaign infrastructure and rural outreach
Texas Democratic Party
Episode: Ep. 41: The Surprise Shake Up Within the Texas Democratic Party (Liza Hameline & Chris Servin)
Nic Nickens
Chair of the Texas Democratic Veterans Group; leader within the Texas Democratic Party
Texas Democratic Veterans Group / Texas Democratic Party
Episode: Ep. 40: Convention, Texas Democratic Leadership, and Proud Patriots (Nic Nickens)
Zack Dunn
Democratic candidate, Texas House District 121
Democratic Party
Episode: Ep. 39: Is San Antonio the Key to Flipping Texas? (Zack Dunn)
Cassandra Hernandez
State Representative, guest on the episode
Texas Legislature
Episode: Ep. 38: From Political Rivals to Friends (Rep. Cassandra Hernandez)
Scott Mackey
Obama organizer who recruited the hosts in Sherman, Texas
Obama campaign
Episode: Ep. 37 (audio): The Obama Organizer Who Showed Up in Sherman and Changed Alex's Life (Scott Mackey)

Hosts

Kate Ramsey
Co-host of the show; long-time Texas political organizer with a focus on outreach and coalition-building.
Alex Clark
On-air host with a background in law and political organizing; focused on strategy, policy, and electoral dynamics in Texas.

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Ep. 43 - Trump is Coming To Dallas & Why Dallas County Democrats Aren't Worried
Q: What is the long-term strategic goal for Dallas County Democrats?
The long-term goal is to coordinate a strong, county-wide and state-aligned campaign infrastructure that can flip key statewide offices and ultimately influence the next census, starting with robust voter protection, outreach, and volunteer activation.
Ep. 40: Convention, Texas Democratic Leadership, and Proud Patriots (Nic Nickens)
Q: What was your experience at the convention in Corpus Christi, and what were the vibes going into November?
Nick describes a well-balanced convention lineup, a safe and engaging environment, and a strong sense of momentum with veterans and diverse groups participating, which he sees translating into energized campaigning for November.
Ep. 40: Convention, Texas Democratic Leadership, and Proud Patriots (Nic Nickens)
Q: But why should a listener care about the different caucus groups within the party and their voting rights on SDEC?
Nick explains that caucuses and groups form the party's big umbrella and provide a voice for diverse communities; SDEC is the governing body where key rules and resolutions are debated and decided, and caucuses can influence the direction and inclusivity of the party.
Episode 2: The Life of Candidate (feat. Kristian Carranza)
Q: How do you balance door-knocking with fundraising in a competitive district?
She describes a strategic approach: prioritize likely voters for door-knocking, while maintaining fundraising early to enable sustained messaging.
Episode 2: The Life of Candidate (feat. Kristian Carranza)
Q: What motivated you to run again after your previous race?
She explains a town hall moment where the incumbent's lack of engagement prompted her to re-enter the race, reaffirming her commitment to public education and representing her community.

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The show centers on building durable Democratic power in Texas through strategy, organizing, and policy debates shaping the state's political future. Episodes frequently tackle down-ballot campaigns, voting rights, campaign infrastructure, and the practical mechanics of turning Texas blue by 2030. Guests include lawyers, grassroots organizers, and election-focused candidates who bring on-the-ground perspectives about coalition-building, fundraising, grassroots outreach, and state-level governance. A notable strength is its mix of personal origin stories, tactical campaigning insights, and close ties to Texas political dynamics, which can be valuable for listeners who want actionable takeaways for political mobilization, public affairs, or p... more

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2. Yasmin Simon
3. Katie O'Brien Duzan
4. Liza Hameline
5. Chris Servin
6. Nic Nickens
7. Zack Dunn
8. Cassandra Hernandez

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