How to Vote
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President of the United States
What They Do: Commander in Chief of the military, oversees the national government, can sign or veto bills from Congress
San Antonio - Representative to U.S. Congress, District 23
What They Do: Makes and decides federal laws, representing citizens throughout Central and West Texas in the United States House of Representatives.
Former Congressman Gallego represented District 23 in 2012 after serving in the Texas House of Representatives for over twenty years. Prior to his political career, he was a prosecutor and attorney at law.
Supported by
- Texas American Labor Federation
- Texas State Teachers Association
- The Sierra Club (Lone Star Chapter)
Congressman Hurd currently represents District 23 in the U.S. House of Representatives. A native of San Antonio, he served in the Central Intelligence Agency for nine years prior to working in cybersecurity sector. *Answers gathered from public statements, voting history, and interviews where available.
Supported by
- National Rifle Association
- Texas Association of Business
- Texas Farm Bureau Federation
San Antonio - State Representative, District 117
What They Do: Makes and decides laws in the Texas House of Representatives. Proposes, amends, and approves the state budget essential for the functioning of government agencies.
San Antonio - Texas Senator, District 19
What They Do: Makes and decides laws in the Texas Senate. Proposes, amends, and approves the state budget essential for the functioning of government agencies.
San Antonio - Bexar County Sheriff
What They Do: Chief law enforcement officer for the county, including judicial support and jail operations. Serves on the Elections Board, approving plans for voting logistics.
Susan Pamerleau is the incumbent Sheriff of Bexar County. Prior to this post, she served 32 years in the United States Air Force, rising to the rank of Major General, before retiring and becoming a Vice President for USAA.
Supported by
- Young Republicans of Bexar County
- Bexar County Republican Women
- USAA Employee PAC
Javier Salazar has been a member of the San Antonio Police Department for over 20 years in various roles, ultimately serving as the spokesperson.
Supported by
- American Federation of Teachers
- Bexar County Adult Probation Officers Association
- Deputy Sheriff’s Association of Bexar County
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