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Endorsements
Asian American Democrats of Texas (AADT) endorses qualified Democratic candidates who demonstrate a strong commitment to engaging Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) voters across Texas and advancing issues relevant to AANHPI communities.
Congratulations to our 2026 AADT-endorsed Democratic nominees!
These candidates won their primaries and are officially our Democratic nominees. We are excited to continue supporting them as they move onward to victory this November.
Some of our endorsed candidates will head to primary runoffs this May.
Every vote counts—let's help them secure a win!
Early Voting: Monday, May 18 - Friday, May 22
Last Day to Apply for Mail-In Ballot: Friday, May 15
Election Day: Tuesday, May 26
Only candidates who completed our endorsement application on time were considered.
Click on a candidate's photo to learn more and show your support!
Runoff Candidates
Statewide
Greater Houston
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North Texas
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Central Texas
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South Texas
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North Texas
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What an AADT Endorsement Represents
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Recognition of a candidate's leadership, values, and community engagement
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A commitment to equity, inclusion, and fair representation
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Credibility with a growing and diverse segment of the Democratic electorate
Transparency and Integrity
AADT's endorsement process is guided by clear rules to ensure fairness, neutrality, and accountability, including conflict-of-interest safeguards and a formal appeals process.
Candidates and elected officials join AADT members during the Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month mixer in Houston.
Photo taken in 2025.
Candidates and elected officials join a Get Out the Vote rally hosted by AADT in Houston's Asiatown.
Photo taken in 2022.
Candidates and elected officials attend a membership meeting of AADT in Houston. Photo taken in 2024.