Texas
Why Vote in the Primaries
Right now, primary elections are where Texas politics are decided.
In many districts, the primary effectively determines the winner, long before November. If we do not participate, decisions are made without our communities at the table.
This year’s primaries are happening amid a surge in anti-Muslim political attacks. Candidates and political leaders are using fear-based rhetoric — including false claims about “Sharia law” — to mobilize voters and score political points. This rhetoric fuels discrimination and puts Muslim communities at risk.
Recent reporting documents this trend:
When our community is being targeted, engaging early in the primaries is essential. Voting is one of the most direct ways to push back and demand better leadership.
Endorsements & Voter Guide
Key Election Information
Voter Registration Deadline:
February 2
Early Voting:
February 17 - 27
Primary Election Day:
March 3
You can register in person at your local elections office. It takes less than 5 minutes. Eligibility includes being a U.S. citizen, at least 17 years and 10 months old to register (18 by Election Day), a Texas county resident, and otherwise legally eligible to vote. Find your local elections office: