Jason, I'm excited to share our latest endorsement with you today:
Leaders We Deserve is officially endorsing Julio Salinas for TX HD-41.
Julio is an inspiring young leader who represents the future of Texas. As Democrats continue to gain ground in Texas, we have a real opportunity to elect bold, progressive Dems who can push the state forward and hold the line against MAGA extremism. But if we let "Democrats in name only" — like Julio's opponent — continue to deceive voters to win in a blue district, we will lose the chance to flip Texas for Democrats in the future.
Julio was raised in the Rio Grande Valley. His father was the second youngest of nine siblings who traveled as migrant farmworkers from New York to California before eventually settling in the Valley. Drawn by the promise of opportunity, his dad earned an education, built a career in local journalism, bought a home, and provided a modest middle-class life. But today, it seems the RGV is falling behind.
Julio is running to rebuild community, restore opportunity, and put working families first. He is running to represent his neighbors, because he's ready to fight for:
- Investments in education, so every child can succeed.
- Access to affordable healthcare and mental health services.
- Good jobs and strong labor protections, so hard work once again pays off.
Jason, here's why this race matters so much:
Julio's only opponent, Seby Haddad, is a Republican running as a Democrat.
Seby is a former Republican McAllen City Commissioner and banking executive. Just last month, he attended a Tea Party meeting. He is close to Commissioner Rodolfo "Rudy" Castillo, who surrendered to federal authorities in October 2025 after being recorded talking about bribing Mexican police officers to illegally import goods.
Let me be clear: HD-41 is a safe blue seat. But if we're not paying attention, a conservative "Democrat in name only" can easily walk right through the door, risking a future majority in Texas. We cannot afford to stop investing in Democrats in the Rio Grande Valley because it is an area critical to securing victories statewide. It also could be the reason that the Republican gerrymander in Texas backfires if voters there come back to Democrats. That can only happen if we give voters candidates they truly believe in and feel represented by.
Julio is refusing corporate PAC money — just like all of our LWD candidates. He is running to work for the people. But we know that means he can only win if the people boost his campaign with the real, tangible grassroots support that it needs.
I know we can win this fight and keep building power in Texas. This work will have generational impacts — but it will only happen if we invest in our future leaders.
We need you with us, Jason. Split a $5 contribution to power our work.
Thank you for your support,
David Hogg
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