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Jon Mark Hogg, Co-Founder The 134 PAC By Jon Mark Hogg, Co-Founder The 134 PAC With the primary runoff election on Tuesday, now is the time state-wide candidates need to start visiting rural places. They should start May 27 and do so through early August as much as possible. Texas rural counties led the state in primary participation this year according to The Daily Yonder. Don't believe me? The last mid-term primary in 2022 when Beto O'Rourke ran for Governor there were 1,

The 134 PAC Heads to the Texas Democratic Party State Convention!

The 134 PAC is excited to announce that we will have a booth at the Texas Democratic Party State Convention 2026 on June 26–27 in Corpus Christi, Texas, and we are inviting rural Democratic candidates from across the state to participate throughout the convention weekend. The Texas Democratic Party State Convention brings together delegates, candidates, elected officials, activists, and Democratic leaders from every region of Texas. It is one of the largest opportunities for

Somewhere along the way, we forgot that we’re supposed to be on the same team. Texas Democrats spend so much time labeling each other. Progressive. Moderate. Centrist. Conservative, Independent. Liberal. Rural. Urban. And honestly, I’m tired of it! I’m tired of watching good people argue over political definitions while rural communities continue struggling just to be heard. I’m tired of seeing friendships strained, volunteers discouraged, and potential new voices pushed awa

Ramon Rodgriguez -New Regional Director of the Big Bend Region We are excited to share an important step forward as we continue building a stronger rural Texas, rooted in community and built on relationships. We are proud to welcome Ramon Aranda Rodríguez as the new 134 PAC Regional Director for the Big Bend region, including Marfa and Presidio. Ramon currently serves as the outgoing Chair of the Presidio County Democratic Party. We have worked alongside Ramon for several yea

Over the past several months, the Texas Democratic Party has begun investing more seriously in rural infrastructure, strengthening county parties, supporting organizers, and recognizing that rural communities must be part of the statewide strategy. We are not all the way there yet, but progress is happening. And that matters.

Rural Texans deserve representation that reflects our values. Self-reliance. Community. Accountability. Fairness. Trust. A belief that every part of Texas matters, not just the most populated or politically convenient.

In every corner of rural Texas, there are people who wake up every day wanting nothing more than to make their communities stronger — neighbors who love their towns, who show up when someone needs help, who believe that local leadership should come from those who understand the heartbeat of their county.

The agenda for the upcoming Rural Texas Summit is here! Don't miss this opportunity to be part of building a stronger rural Texas!

📅 June 13–14, 2025 | 📍 Bastrop Convention Center Hosted by 134 PAC and CODA Rural Texas is at a crossroads. For decades, rural...

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Rural Democrats must change their way of thinking about success.

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Dear Rural Texas Democratic Party Chairs, As we reflect on the recent election results, it’s very clear that our journey has been...

Listen up, Texas Democrats. We're tired of the big-city whispers and the echo chamber of national politics. It's time to turn our attention

Mineral Wells Activists Sue to Keep Kamala Harris off the November Ballot

The Defendants in The 134 PAC's voter intimidation lawsuit in Mineral Wells have counter-sued The 134 PAC.

This year's WTLS was another lost opportunity.