This is the final stage in the nominating process for our 2026 candidates.  Delegates appointed at state & district conventions will confirm the results from the precinct conventions and evaluate any proposals.  We'll have more information and an agenda here soon.


The following offices will be up for election:
Cochair - currently Matt Bauman (elected Spring 2024)
Secretary - currently Alex McMenemy (appointed in Feb.'26 to fill vacancy)
Treasurer - currently Wes Gaige (appointed in Feb.'26 to fill vacancy)
At-Large - currently Dr. Julián Villarreal (reelected Spring '24)

There are also several vacancies for regional coordinators & representatives to the national standing committees.

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Delegates to this meeting are nominated at County Conventions in districts where a candidate is running for a district-level office (offices that cover multiple counties, but not the statewide offices.)

The Precinct Convention votes for district-level candidates will be combined for mutli-county districts, and the results sent to the state party for the State Convention.

Delegates and observers, please RSVP to get event updates.

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Ramadan Mubarak, Lenten Greetings, & Howdy!

     We hope you’ve had a decent Valentine’s day and an enlightening Black History Month.  We’ve got a quote at the end of this update that combines both, but the nominating conventions start in just over a week!   Click or tap that "read more" button to learn about those & other exciting GPTX news.

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Espoir Ngabo is seeking the Green Party nomination for Congress in District 7. (Houston / Sugar Land area.)

As a child survivor of the Congolese genocide, Espoir Ngabo came to Houston as a refugee at 5 years old. Today he's a IT analyst and community advocate. He's running for Congress to fight for justice and human rights in Texas and around the world.

The Green Party isn't afraid to speak truth to power, and neither is Espoir. The two parties who are running this country are hopelessly dishonest and corrupt.

Espoir is a huge Houston Rockets fan, he never misses a game, including the preseason!

To donate, visit: https://donorbox.org/espoirfortexas

Follow Espoir on social media to help spread the word: 

https://www.instagram.com/espoirfortexas

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Marlón Durán is seeking the Green Party nomination for Congress in District 28. (McAllen / Laredo area.)

Marlón Durán is running for Congress to end the negligent rule of the two big capitalist parties over our country, and to finally give a voice to the needs of our gente in South Texas! With many years of experience as a community organizer in the RGV, Marlón has demonstrated the strength and integrity to fight for our people, without selling out.

After seeing the Democratic Party step on the will of the voters in election after election, and witnessing the self serving corruption of Democrats like Henry Cuellar, Marlón knew that he had to run as a Green. The Green Party is the only party with ballot access in Texas that doesn't take any corporate PAC money! This guarantees that the Green Party will NEVER betray working people, and always put our interests first.

To donate, visit: https://donorbox.org/marlon4tx

Follow Marlón on social media to help spread the word: 

https://instagram.com/marlon4tx

https://www.facebook.com/marlon4tx

https://tiktok.com/@marlon4tx

https://x.com/marlon4tx

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Greg Stoker is seeking the Green Party nomination for Congress in District 31. (Killeen / Georgetown area.)

Greg Stoker is running for Congressional District TX 31 to get corporations and foreign interests out of local politics that are making life unlivable for the people of the district and the United States as a whole. He will eschew tired old identity and culture war politics and make sure tax money works for working Texans. With a background in military service and activism, Greg knows how to listen to listen to constituents and advocate for their needs.

Greg chose to run with the Green Party because politics as usual, where both establishment parties are owned by the same donor class, is no longer sustainable for most Americans. Both parties need to feel some pressure from a candidate who says no to NO to AIPAC and other special interests.

To donate, visit: https://www.stokerfortexas.com/give

Check out Greg's campaign website: https://www.stokerfortexas.com/

Follow Greg on social media to help spread the word: 

https://www.instagram.com/greg.j.stoker/

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Eddie Espinoza is seeking the Green Party nomination for Congress in District 34. (Brownsville area.) 

Eddie was our 2024 candidate for Railroad Commissioner -- his campaign gained our party ballot access for ten more years!

As a U.S. Army combat veteran and retired elementary school teacher, Eddie has spent a lifetime working in service of our country and our people. 

Now he's a Green Party activist and climate activist, still on the same mission. 

Check out Eddie's campaign website: espinoza4tx.com

To donate, visit: donorbox.org/espinoza4tx

Follow Eddie on social media to help spread the word: 

https://www.instagram.com/espinoza4tx/

https://www.facebook.com/Espinoza4TX/

https://www.tiktok.com/@espinoza4tx

https://x.com/Espinoza4TX

https://www.threads.com/@espinoza4tx

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Alex McMenemy is seeking the Green Party nomination for Congress in District 38. (Northwest Houston.) 

Alex McMenemy has had enough of representatives who don't represent us. He will fight to route out political corruption and ensure a bright future for all, not just the wealthy.

Alex believes in the Green Party, and you should too! They are the only party in this race that is committed to fully representing you, your family, your friends, and your loved ones. Other political parties only serve big donors, but the Green Party intends to make sure that ALL politicians are held accountable.

Alex can play 6 instruments, has invented his own sports and games, and rides a custom recumbent bicycle nicknamed 'The Blue Blazer'. If this campaign goes well, the “Blue Blazer” might get a green makeover!

Check out Alex's campaign website: https://alexforthepeople.org/

To donate, visit: https://donorbox.org/alexforthepeople

Follow Alex on social media to help spread the word: 

https://www.instagram.com/mcmenemy.alex

https://x.com/AlexMForTexas

https://www.facebook.com/share/18Bx6dponh/

https://www.tiktok.com/@alexmcmenemy

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Shehla Faizi is seeking the Green Party nomination for the statewide office of Comptroller.

Shehla Faizi is running for Comptroller to expose the fact that Texan tax dollars are funding overseas wars and enriching billionaires. Shehla has lived in Texas for 13+ years and has seen the increasing financial struggle of average Texans, with no corresponding increase in wages. She wants to change that, to make sure that Texans' taxes and state investments work for the people!

Shehla chose to run as a Green Party candidate because she lost faith in the two party system after seeing how both Republicans and Democrats are so heavily funded by AIPAC money that they are both willing to turn a blind-eye to genocide.

Shehla produces and hosts her own podcast as an outlet for her love for socio-political discussions. In her free time she enjoys reading, illustrating and archery.

Check out Shehla's campaign website: https://www.faizifortexas.com

To donate, visit: https://donorbox.org/faizifortexas

Follow Shehla on social media to help spread the word: 

https://www.instagram.com/faizifortexas

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Alfred Molison is seeking the Green Party nomination for the statewide office of Agriculture Commissioner.

Alfred Molison was born in Houston but raised all over the country. He attended Texas Military Institute in San Antonio and graduated from Sharpstown Senior High School in Southwest Houston.

A Longhorn for life, Alfred graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Radio-Television-Film from the University of Texas at Austin.

As Agriculture Commissioner, Alfred would fight for policies to benefit our communities, not corporations and donors.

http://votealfred.com/

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Kevin McCormick is seeking the Green Party nomination for the statewide office of Lieutenant Governor.

Kevin McCormick is running for Lieutenant Governor to begin the process of changing the state government to an organization which serves the public interest and helps develop and protect a fair and sustainable society from a corporate controlled organization dedicated to serving special interest agendas.

Kevin McCormick chose to run as a Green Party candidate because the two establishment parties represent corporate interests only and offer no hope for a sustainable future.
https://www.kmm2026.org/

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Dr. Julián Villarreal is seeking the Green Party nomination for State Senator District 26. (San Antonio) 

Born and raised in San Antonio, Julián is a former Green candidate having garnered over 50,000 votes in the 2020 election for State Senator District 26. A scientist by training, he is a long-time Green volunteer and local organizer. Julián is active in his local community as an advocate for clean energy, environmental justice, and affordability for San Antonio's working class communities. He has served on a number of City of San Antonio community advisory boards.

Julián is running for State Senator for the second time in order to provide voters with a real choice. In a two-way race against the incumbent, Julián is offering something more than the same old status quo. He is putting issues at the forefront that voters rarely see in a race like this, such as how to tackle the worsening climate crisis and environmental pollution, how to deal with rising cost of living, and how to protect our communities from draconian immigration enforcement.

For more information and to connect with Julián's campaign visit: www.julianfortxsenate.org

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Arshia Papari is seeking the Green Party nomination for State Representative District 49. (Austin.) 

Arshia Papari is running to be the next State Representative in Central Austin's HD49, to bring the fighting spirit and backbone the Texas legislature so sorely lacks. Its time for real progress for all Texans, to stand against corruption and exploitation, in Texas!

Arshia is running with the Green Party to break the status quo of our current political system. For too long we have been subjected to the politics of corruption, hate, and harm to our communities. As a Green Party Candidate & as the youngest ever Co-Chair of the Green Party of the US, Arshia stands firmly for a future rooted in grassroots power putting People, Planet, and Peace first!

Arshia is the youngest candidate for a state-level office in Texas. He is an avid youth leader and student at the University of Texas at Austin. In his free time he loves to dance the waltz and two-step, previously competing as a ballroom dancer.

Check out Arshia's campaign website: https://arshiafortexas.org/

To donate, visit: https://arshia-for-texas.solidarity.tech/donate

Follow Arshia on social media to help spread the word: 

instagram.com/arshiafortexas

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Anissa Chilmeran is seeking the Green Party nomination for State Representative District 61. (McKinney area.) 

Anissa is running for office to ensure our tax dollars remain in our communities. Let's build a more vibrant, sustainable, and safe environment for all of us.

Born in Plano and raised in McKinney, Anissa grew up the daughter of Syrian and Iraqi immigrants who met in Houston. Anissa holds a BA in Environmental Studies and Public Health. She works as a realtor where she enjoys helping families with their housing needs. Anissa is also an activist who has worked on many environmental, social justice, and anti-war campaigns. Her activism for Palestine inspired her to enter politics and run for office.

Check out Anissa's campaign website: https://anissa4congress.com/

To donate, visit: https://buy.stripe.com/dRm3cneTnclL6fJfdJc7u00

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Bryan Kidd is seeking the Green Party nomination for Tarrant County Judge.

Bryan Kidd is a lifelong Texan who has been active in public service and community engagement who has grown increasingly concerned about environmental stewardship, long-term planning, and the need for responsible governance at the local level. He's running for Tarrant County Judge to bring awareness to these issues and help advance the Green Party agenda.

Bryan believes Texas needs leaders who put practical problem-solving above partisanship. He believes ecological stewardship and long-term planning must be elevated in Texas politics.

Brian enjoys spending time outdoors in God's creation with his wife and family.

   Lots of important news in this one!  Including details of some calls you will NOT want to miss.  One of them starts in about 2 hours, so hit that "read more" button right now to get updated!

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   The candidate filing period for the November 2026 election has ended & we are stoked to have 11 candidates seeking yall's nomination for the Green ballot line.  We’ll have more on them soon, but now we need your help in preparing for the convention process!

This afternoon (Sunday, Dec.14), our monthly statewide Zoom call will be focused on the nominating conventions.  It’s a vital part of selecting candidates & getting them on the ballot.  There will be more trainings in the future, but please attend if you’re able.  
The connection info is here:
https://www.txgreens.org/statewide_zoom_call_20251214

You'll probably want to familiarize yourself with this page:
https://www.txgreens.org/convention_documents

hit that "read more" button for the rest!

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We, the Green Party of Texas, stand unequivocally in solidarity with the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and with Muslim communities across our state.  Governor Greg Abbott’s proclamation declaring CAIR a “foreign terrorist organization” is a blatant attack on civil rights, religious freedom, and the rule of law.  We affirm that CAIR is a legitimate civil rights organization, not a terrorist group.  Their decades of work defending religious freedom, immigrant rights, and civil rights for all Americans, Muslim and non-Muslim alike, reflects the best kind of grassroots democratic organizing.

The Green Party of Texas condemns Governor Abbott’s proclamation as a politically motivated, legally baseless, and morally reprehensible attempt to intimidate & stigmatize Muslim communities and their voice in our state.  The State of Texas has no legal power to declare any person or organization to be terrorists.  Any such declarations from the current administration cannot be relied upon as they are often intended to further US imperialism by providing cover for direct & indirect wars of aggression.

Our party supports CAIR’s decision to take legal action against Governor Abbott & AG Ken Paxton.  We call for all Texans of conscience, including faith communities, civil rights organizations, student groups, progressive organizations, and others, to stand united with CAIR in this moment of repression. 

The Green Party of Texas will always defend religious & civil liberties for all, especially for communities under attack.  We uphold the Texas state motto of “Friendship,” and encourage our Governor to reflect on that sentiment which has guided our state forth for so long.  As Texans, we understand that y’all means all!  Our friendship, southern hospitality, respect, and care ought to be cast unto all our neighbors and fellow Texans, not only those in the political favor of our elected officials.

In this moment, the people of Texas face a choice: will we allow fear, scapegoating, and state repression to define our politics or will we defend inclusion, solidarity, and the civil rights of all our fellow Texans? 

We are Texan Greens, united in our pursuit of justice, and we will not allow the politics of fear to silence our neighbors or erase our rights.

Monday - Movie premeire!
Tuesday - ELECTION & a movie premiere!
Sunday - Statewide call!

Hit that "read more" link to read about all that, but first - For those on SNAP or in need of food assistance, some resources due to the shutdown impacting food stamps in the US this month:

https://findhelp.org/

https://foodfinder.us/

https://www.feedingamerica.org/need-help-find-food

https://freedge.org/

https://www.changex.org/ca/communityfridge/locations

https://mapping.littlefreepantry.org/

https://www.mutualaidhub.org/

Your local Greens may know of other, local organizations - if there aren’t any - start something!
It’s a great way to get to know your community and the next person in need could be you!

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 🗳 Early voting has started in the election on State Constitutional Amendments, but if you're still unsure about the propositions, these are our recommendations. (Write these down or print on paper; the Election Code prohibits using phones in polling locations!). For info on where to vote in your county, visit https://www.vote411.org/plan-your-vote

Prop 1 - For ✅	Prop 10 - For ✅
Prop 2 - Against ❌	Prop 11 - Neutral ⊝
Prop 3 - Against ❌	Prop 12 - Against ❌
Prop 4 - For ✅	Prop 13 - Against ❌
Prop 5 - Against ❌	Prop 14 - Neutral ⊝
Prop 6 - Against ❌	Prop 15 - Against ❌
Prop 7 - Against ❌	Prop 16 - Against ❌
Prop 8 - Against ❌	Prop 17 - Against ❌
Prop 9 - Against ❌	Election Day is Nov. 4!

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Here’s what’s happening:

5pm Friday - Rally & Vigil in Garland
https://www.txgreens.org/rally_candlelight_vigil_at_repkon
If you’re in the DFW area, we need you at this.  Click that link.

4pm Sunday - Autumn State Meeting
https://www.txgreens.org/2025_autumn_state_meeting
We need all y’all Texan Greens at this short state meeting.

There will be three state party elections for active Greens like you to vote in – or run in!
Co-chair (Aly Schmidt is running for re-election)
SEC At-Large (Dr. Ali Anwar is running to have his SEC appointment confirmed)
Treasurer (open position)
Learn more about those roles here: https://www.txgreens.org/bylaws#A2
We will also discuss upcoming filing deadlines for candidates, & the Spring 2026 nominating conventions.

4pm Saturday, Oct. 25 - Zoom Candidate Meet & Greet / Fundraiser
https://www.txgreens.org/meet_the_candidates
Meet the candidates who are running for office as Greens in 2025 & 2026!  This zoom call is free to attend, but we hope you’ll be inspired to donate to help out these candidates.  There is still time to recruit and run more candidates for 2026, please consider running yourself!

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3pm today, the DFW Anti-War Commitee will be screening “Frack Free Denton” in Garland.  More details here: https://www.txgreens.org/dfwawc_frack_free_denton_screening 
It’s about an hour, then there will be discussion on organizing. 

Tuesday (8/26), the women of GPTX will join for a Zoom call from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm.  Can’t make the whole thing?  That’s fine!  Just pop in when you can.  Connection info here: https://www.txgreens.org/gptxwomen

Austin Wednesday https://www.txgreens.org/our_austin_our_future & Denton next Sunday: https://www.txgreens.org/denton_county_monthly_meeting_20250831 

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The 2025 Green Party Annual National Meeting will be held online later this month, July 31 - August 3.  Learn all about it & register here: https://www.gp.org/anm

There's a lot of other stuff going on this month (like a statewide Zoom call this afternoon), so hit that "read more" button to read all about it.

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ICE- Immigration and Customs Enforcement, was founded in 2003.
Now, in the Senate's version of Trump's Budget Bill (HR1), the funding for ICE is being outrageously increased from $3.8 Billion to $48.5 Billion (source: @so.informed). The limitless state power & monopoly of violence exhibited by ICE is a tell-tale sign of a fascist state.
Unlike the Democrats & Republicans who have both weaponized ICE for decades, the Green Party wants ICE abolished.

Yes, abolished, because the kidnapping & detention of randomly profiled men, women, & children must end.
We believe that everyone deserves due process & constitutional protections, regardless of their citizenship status.
We call on all people to engage in grassroots community action such as reporting ICE activity in their area.  Check out organizations like Brown Berets, Vecinos Unidos, Houston Leads, El Movimiento, People Over Papers, and other such groups to engage directly.

ICE is state terror, not public safety.  Immigrants make America great.  Stop the war on immigrants.
Please call your representatives to encourage them to vote against this monstrous allocation of funds to an organization that should be abolished entirely.
Download the @5Calls app to make calls to your representatives quick & easy.

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Statewide discussion call TODAY at 4pm!
Read about it & all the other news in this post.

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URGENT Action Needed & An Important Meeting Tomorrow!
Hit that "read more" button to read all about it.

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     Things are sprouting - hit that "read more" button for a rundown of volunteer opportunities, events, important information, things YOU NEED TO DO, election results from the Spring State Meeting, and more!

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STATE MEETING SCHEDULE

Zoom Virtual Meeting

Saturday, 29 March, 2025

9:40 - 10:00  AM Check in & Open Discussion

10:00 – 10:05 AM Welcome (Cochair Aly Schmidt)

10:05 - 10:06 AM 10 Key Values - Alfred Molison

• Future Focus
• Personal & Global Responsibility
• Respect for Diversity
• Feminist Values
• Community-based Economics
• Decentralization
• Nonviolence
• Grassroots Democracy
• Social Justice
• Ecological Wisdom

10:06 – 10:10 AM      Orientation to consensus facilitated meeting - Dr. Julián Villarreal

10:15 – 10:25 AM      Discussion on changing the state party logo & mascot - Aly Schmidt

10:25 - 10:55 AM       National Committee Nominations - 5 delegates & 2 alternates - Aly

                [Current Representatives are listed here: https://www.txgreens.org/elected_officers]

                 Delegates to National Committees (encouraged for only experienced Greens)                                     

10:55 - 11:00 PM  Voting  (if needed)

11:00 - 11:20 Nominate and Confirm SEC Positions (applicants must have been active for at least 9 months):

                       Treasurer - Mel Estes?

                       At-Large (3 seats) - You?

11:20 - 11:25 PM  Voting  (if needed)

11:25 – 11:40 AM  Dr. V - Legislation Update and call to action

11:40 - 12:00 PM  What motivates you? With Robert Smith  - facilitated by Aly 

12:00 - 12:15 Aly - Run for Office!

SOS info: https://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/candidates/guide/2024/lib-green-nom2024.shtml#b

12:15 - 12:30 PM Break

12:30 - 12:35 Afternoon Check-In

12:35 - 12:45 PM Resolution Proposal  (discuss on Facebook, Slack, or here)
          Wes Gaige - Conditions for Being on the Precinct Convention Ballots  
                   Add to Article 5, Part B, Section 4, as Sub Section 5
                      Conditions for being on the Precinct Ballot:

• Candidate must be formally affiliated with the Green Party of Texas according to provisions of the Texas Electoral Code.
• Candidate cannot be seeking the nomination of another party.

12:55 - 1:05 PM Voting  (if needed)

1:05  -  1:15 PM Treasurer’s Report - Nancy Gaige

1:15 - 1:25 PM Memberships and Dues? - Aly Schmidt

1:55 - 2:00 PM Closing Remarks - Matt Bauman

2:00 PM           Inspirational video/song

 
Current SEC:            

• Co-Chair:  Aly Schmidt (Hidalgo) - 2023 (autumn)           
  §  Co-Chair:  Matt Bauman (Denton) - 2024 (spring)        
  §  Treasurer: Nancy Gaige (Collin) -  2022 (spring)
  §  Secretary:  Wesson Gaige (Collin) - 2024 (spring)                
  §  At-Large:  Alfred Molison (Harris) - 2023  (spring)
  §  At-Large:  Dr. Julián Villarreal (Bexar)  - 2024 (spring)   
  §  At-Large:  Marlón Duran (Hidalgo) - 2023 (autumn)
  §  At-Large:  open      
  §  At-Large:  open

    
Current NC Delegates:            

Marlón Duran
Nancy Gaige
Wesson Gaige
Alfred Molison
Aly Schmidt

(all NC terms expire 2025)

Conditions for Being on the Precinct Convention Ballots
submitted by Wesson Gaige, Collin County

Add to Article 5, Part B, Section 4, as Sub Section 5
Conditions for being on the Precinct Ballot:

• Candidate must be formally affiliated with the Green Party of Texas according to provisions of the Texas Electoral Code. *reference below
• Candidate cannot be seeking the nomination of another party.

 

* See Election code: Sec. 162.006., Sec. 162.007., Sec. 162.008.

https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/EL/htm/EL.162.htm#162.006

Next Saturday evening, we've got a BIG EVENT in Irving. If you live anywhere near DFW, RSVP right away: https://www.txgreens.org/2025_iftar_dinner

No matter where you live, we need help reaching out to invite folks RIGHT NOW. Sign the use agreement here and visit this page to let us know you can help with phone or text banking. Many hands make light work - the more volunteers we have, the less everybody has to do.

once you've done that, hit that "read more" button to see the rest

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There's a LOT going on - hit that "read more" button to learn all about it.

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