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Houston Progressive Caucus: 2026 Judicial Endorsement Questionnaire
Thank you for your interest in the Houston Progressive Caucus endorsement. We are a registered PAC dedicated to building a movement grounded in the aspirations and struggles of working people. To learn more about us, and to see past endorsees, visit www.houstonprogressives.com/endorsement.

Please note that submission of this questionnaire does not guarantee endorsement. Responses will be evaluated based on values alignment, seriousness, electability, and willingness to work in partnership with working-class communities. Any other questions please email info@houstonprogressives.com

For consideration in the 2026 primary election cycle, questionnaires are due by Sunday, February 1, 2026 by 11:59PM CST.
Email *
Candidate Basics
Introductory information about your campaign.
Full Name
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Phone Contact *
Email Contact *
Name of Campaign Manager *
Name of Treasurer *
Email of Secondary Campaign Contact *
Office Sought (District/Precinct/Jurisdiction) *
Campaign Website (if any)
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Campaign Social Media Handles *
(Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, etc.)
How much money has your campaign raised to date? *

Please include: a) Total raised; b) Average donation; c) Number of unique donors

How many active volunteers or members are currently engaged with your campaign? *
(An approximation is fine)
Campaign Context and Electability
If elected, what will your top 3 judicial priorities be? *
Please list your top 5 endorsements to date *
(Organizations, elected officials, unions, or community leaders—please note which reflect grassroots or working-class support.)
How many opponents do you have in your race? Is there an incumbent?
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Which communities or voting blocs are central to your path to victory? *
(e.g., renters, working-class homeowners, young voters, precinct chairs, unions, faith communities, etc.)
How often do you as the candidate plan to block-walk and canvass? *
(e.g. 3 days/wk, every day of early voting, or can rarely block-walk due to work, family, etc.)
What is your realistic path to winning this race? *

Please include: 

  1. Expected turnout
  2. Vote target needed to win
  3. How you plan to reach low-propensity or disengaged voters

Your Judicial Position
For the following, please list where you attended, your degree, and graduation year: *
  1. High School:
  2. College:
  3. Law School:

Which state and federal bars are you licensed, and the year you became licensed? *
What is the role of the position that you are running for? *
What experience(s) and work makes you qualified for this position? *
Why are you running for this judicial position? *
Please describe a case you handled (as an attorney or a judge) that you believe meaningfully protected or advanced the interests of everyday people or working-class communities. What was at stake for the individuals involved, what role did you play, and how did your approach reflect your understanding of fairness, access to justice, or real-world impact of the law? *
This may be a case that affected an individual or a larger group. 
Have you ever faced disciplinary action by any local or State Bar? Please list the reason and explain. *
Have you ever faced disciplinary action by the Commission on Judicial Conduct? Please list the reason and explain. *
Have you ever been a defendant in a civil claim related to fraud, money, theft, or negligence? Please explain and list cause number(s). *
Have you ever been convicted of a violent crime, or crime related to fraud, money, theft, or negligence? Please explain and list cause number(s). *
Legal and Constitutional Interpretations
How would you describe your interpretation style of the U.S. Constitution and Texas Constitution? *
(e.g. Originalism, Textualism, Pragmatism, Structuralism, etc.)
What is your style of judicial review? *
How do you interpret the meaning of Separation of Church and State under the Establishment clause? *
What does “judicial restraint” mean to you in practice, and how does it coexist with the duty to do justice in individual cases? *
What is your view of the judge’s role in managing cases involving self-represented litigants? *
How, if at all, should a judge consider the real-world consequences of procedural or evidentiary rulings? *
What responsibility does the judiciary have to maintain public confidence in the courts, particularly among communities that distrust or are underserved by the legal system? *
Campaign Finance, Power & Independence
Do you accept corporate PAC donations? *
If you answered "yes" to the above, please list the PACs or industries you accept contributions from (or attach disclosures). *
If you answered "no," please answer N/A.
Are there donors, industries, or interests you will refuse contributions from—even if it makes your campaign harder to win? Please explain. *
If a donor or influential interest that supported your campaign pressures you to rule in an unlawful manner in order to further their own interests, how will you respond? *
How do you approach decision-making when your good-faith interpretation of the law is unpopular, politically inconvenient, or likely to draw criticism, including from colleagues, higher courts, or powerful interests? *
Governance, Accountability & Movement Partnership
Endorsements are not symbolic. They reflect an expectation of ongoing dialogue, accountability, and collaboration in governing.
Would you commit to having either yourself or a senior member of your staff meet with the Houston Progressive Caucus on a regular basis after taking office? *
If you answered "yes" to the above, who would typically attend these meetings, and what topics should be prioritized? *
If elected, would you commit to including a representative from the Houston Progressive Caucus in your transition or hiring process as you recruit senior staff, if possible?  *
If your answer depends on office or legal constraints, please answer "Other" and provide an explanation.

If you answered "yes" to the above, please specify below:

a) Which roles this would apply to (e.g., Chief of Staff, Policy Director, senior advisors)

b) How you would ensure the process is ethical and compliant with applicable rules

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Movement Alignment (Optional but Encouraged)

How do you see grassroots organizations, tenant unions, labor groups, and community organizations fitting into your role after Election Day—not just during campaigns?

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