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Sep 1, 2026: On July 25, 2026, the Bowie County Republican Party met to hold it's organizational meeting. This meeting was only the FOURTH BCRP meeting I've been able to attend, and it was about as inspirational as I've seen so far. Folks...I could complain about a lot of things I've seen, but suffice to say...we have work to do! In case you're wondering, yes, the party will have a headquarters where you can get your signs and merchandise to show your support for the party and its candidates. One of my concerns is that the CEC has not been involved in deciding where that will be this year. What's the point of having an Executive Committee, if they aren't involved in making decisions? Is that how you want your party to operate?

Before the organizational meeting happened, an issue popped up on the radar of many folks in Bowie County. It was announced that TexAmericas Center was preparing ground for a data center in an attempt to recruit such a facility to our county. Then, it was discovered that a piece of property at Leary had sold to a company who builds data centers. The people of Bowie County began to show up at commissioner's court to show their distaste for this type of "industry." And I was proud to see them there! Then, through their work, it was discovered that another property had been cleared a couple years back for the purpose of something like a data center across the interstate from RRAD old main gate. So, SOMEONE has been working to bring in big money to our county without consideration of whether the people wanted that kind of "industry" in our county. And now, there is one thing that bothers me: I'm afraid some Republicans stand a big chance of losing in November because of their action (or lack thereof) with regard to data centers. (Once again, a single issue determining election outcomes.) The local officials connected to the issue are unchallenged, so those offices are already determined. But for the positions on our ballot outside our county, I've asked our county chair to call a meeting to discuss how we can get Republican candidates to stand with the voters on this issue, but I have received no response. I think the voters' sentiments right now shows that Bowie County is not as "Republican" as some think it is, as I've been saying for a few years. Perhaps we have short memories and cannot remember what life under Democrat control looks like?

I want to encourage you all in November to support the principles in the RPT platform when you vote. You don't have to like the candidate; just be willing to help hold them accountable through our party's rules. We've seen candidates in both parties switch positions on issues just to get elected. As Republicans, we have the power to hold our elected office holders accountable, possibly even to prevent them from running for re-election later as a Republican. So I'm asking you simply to vote Republican, and then call that person out when they don't vote or act according to the RPT Principles. I'm also asking you to be prepared to contact your precinct chair and your county chair to call for accountability through censure when necessary. (Remember that the party rules say we can only censure based on violations of the ten principles and of the legislative priorities.) Also a note: when an independent is elected, the ONLY way to hold them accountable is in the ballot box when they try to run for another term. Can we afford to wait that long to hold them accountable?

I'm proud to see the citizens of Bowie County getting involved in our local government. There are some things I think could have been done better, but I think the point is getting across that elected officials need to consider the wishes of We the People when they make their decisions. More money is not always the solution, and effective communication is key! I'm also looking forward to see how many throw their name in the hat for public office in the future. It's time that common people step up and run for office! I am happy to talk with you about when and how to start your effort to get elected. Hint: its DEFINITELY NOT three months prior to the general election! While I support the Republican party, I believe the parties have too much control of the general election ballot! But there is a way around that. Hit me up, and let's talk about it.

Early voting will begin October 19 and end on October 30, 2026. Election day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The last day to register to vote or to change your registration is October 5, 2026. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR REGISTRATION BEFORE THAT DATE. There are malicious people in this world who CAN modify your registration so that you have issues when you go to vote.

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