Luke Warford

How Democrats can fight back against Republican redistricting in Texas Texas Democrats need to back candidates who can win these congressional races.

Without this, we risk losing any influence in future elections and redistricting.

But with it, we can not only defeat this redistricting — we can reshape Texas politics for the better.

The time to fight is now.

Read my full op-ed here: www.expressnews.com/opinion/comm...

There is a path forward, but we have to act.

We must:

✅Speak plainly and urgently about what the GOP is doing.
✅Build the bench of candidates and staff to jump into newly created districts.
✅And build an infrastructure that can maintain pressure year-around.

Republicans are scared of losing their majority in 2026 because their agenda is unpopular.

Now is the time for Democrats to face the moment head on.

If we want to defeat GOP attacks, we need bold, strategic coordination — starting now.

Texas Republicans are trying to redraw the political map — again.

But this time, they’re doing it mid-decade, with no new census numbers, just raw political desperation.

My editorial with @expressnews.com outlines why this is a threat and what Democrats must do to fight back.

Texans deserve emergency plans that work — and leaders who act | Opinion Government isn’t meant to do everything, nor should we want it to. But there are some things it absolutely must do and do well — especially when lives are on the line.

We can’t keep calling disasters “unexpected” when they keep happening.

Texans deserve emergency plans that actually work — and leaders who show up before it’s too late.

Read my full op-ed here: www.statesman.com/story/opinio...

Texans are tired of hearing the same excuses from leadership when disasters turn deadly.

The power grid collapses, wildfires rage, flooding devastates communities — and no one takes responsibility.

Extreme weather is our reality, and it’s time we demand real, proactive solutions.

Redrawing congressional maps five years early isn’t normal.

But Trump pressured Abbott to add redistricting to the special session — so he did.

They’re changing the rules in the middle of the game, and Texans will pay the price.

Donald Trump is pressuring Greg Abbott to call a special session to redraw Texas’s congressional map.

The goal: add more seats to protect against a blue wave in 2026.

But Republicans are split on whether it helps them or opens more doors for Democrats.

Texas is heading into one of its most high-stakes election cycles in years.

Trump’s back, Cornyn and Paxton are at war, and the GOP is in chaos.

Democrats have a real shot to show they’re ready to govern if they can pull together a strong, unified slate. #txlege #2026midterms

The Texas legislative session is over, and Republicans delivered another wave of unpopular, extremist policies.

From school vouchers to THC bans, we're seeing what happens when our leaders only listen to their billionaire donors.

Texans deserve a government that works for them.

This session’s biggest wins passed because Democrats focused on real issues — water, housing, and energy.

If it were up to Republicans, we would’ve spent 140 days on furries, classroom posters, and pseudoscience.

One party governed. The other chased headlines.

Oversight only works when those in power want to be held accountable.

After the General Investigations Committee exposed corruption tied to Abbott appointees, lawmakers stripped its power.

In Texas, if you hold Republicans accountable, you get shut down.

The authors of Abundance argue that red states build more housing — and they do.

But even their own examples show it’s blue cities like Austin and Houston leading the way, not Republican lawmakers.

In Texas, it’s often local Democrats lowering housing costs. #txlege #politics

As we near the last week of session, hundreds of bills are depending on action in the Senate.

That puts one lawmaker at the center of it all: Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick.

As President of the Senate, the rest of the session is in his hands.

Last Friday at midnight was the deadline for second reading in the Texas House.

Hundreds of bills were left unread, dead before ever reaching the floor.

Who chose which bills made the cut?

The Calendars Committee, the most powerful committee you might not have heard of.

Texas lawmakers just spent 10+ hours debating displaying the 10 Commandments in schools.

We polled voters — it ranked last on their priority list.

Our polling at Texas Public Opinion Research tells the story: Texans want action on healthcare, data security, and expanding career paths.

Opinion | Democrats no longer have the luxury of losing Texas A changing electoral map means Texas is a must-win state for the Democratic Party.

The bottom line: Texas isn’t just an opportunity — it’s a necessity.

Dems can invest now or play catch-up later.

But the road to the White House? It runs through Texas.

Read my full op-ed here: www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202...

We can’t treat Texas like a one-cycle bet.

Dems need a real, multi-cycle strategy — like what worked in AZ, GA, & VA. Candidate recruitment. Research-informed messaging. Staff training. Serious investment.

That’s how we win — and John Cornyn agrees:

2026 could be a turning point.

If Ken Paxton runs for Senate, Texas Republicans will be stuck with a scandal-ridden, deeply unpopular candidate at the top of the ticket.

That’s an opening. But only if we’re ready.

2024 showed both the challenge and the opportunity. Colin Allred outperformed Kamala Harris –– especially in the Rio Grande Valley.

That means Latino voters are persuadable.

But only if we show up.

And only if there's major investment into the state.

Here’s why Texas is different:

If Dems win Texas, Republicans cannot win the White House. Full stop.

Texas has 40 electoral votes now — likely 44 after 2030.

When Democrats win Texas, that’s the ballgame.

In 2020, Georgia and Arizona were a key part of Democrats’ victory.

But even if we win there again, they don’t close the gap.

We need a new path to the presidency.

And Texas is the only state big enough to change the game.

The states that carried Dems for years — MI, PA & WI — are losing electoral votes.

By 2032, even if we win them all, it still won’t be enough for 270.

The math is shifting. And @democrats.org need to shift with it.

All roads to the White House go through Texas.

For decades, Democrats could win the presidency with the “blue wall.” But the map is changing.

My editorial in the @washingtonpost.com outlines why Texas isn’t just an opportunity for Democrats — it’s a necessity.

Through the Agave Fund and Texas Public Opinion Research, I'm focused on holding current statewide elected officials accountable.

Texans deserve leadership that fights for them every day.

I'm grateful for the chance to keep pushing Texas forward — together.

HOME | Agave Fund Agave Democratic Infrastructure Fund is building sustained multi-cycle investment across Texas to create to help Democrats win up and down the ballot.

During my race, it became clear that we aren't going to flip Texas overnight — or even in 1 election cycle.

We need a long-term strategy, consistent investment, and a strong bench.

That’s why I founded the Agave Democratic Infrastructure Fund in 2024. www.agavefund.org

I decided to run for Railroad Commission in 2022 to fix our grid, fight corporate greed, and modernize Texas’ energy systems.

Though the election didn't go our way, I’m deeply grateful for everyone who stood with me and inspired to keep fighting for a stronger, fairer, more resilient Texas.

In 2021, the Texas grid failed. Hundreds of Texans died. Thousands spent weeks without power — freezing in their homes — only to be hit with astronomic electric bills afterwards.

My political career started in 2012 when I worked as an organizer for President Obama's campaign.

Since then, I have worked to help businesses grow responsibly and served as Chief Strategy Officer for the Texas Democratic Party, leading one of the state's largest voter registration efforts.

Hi Bluesky! I'm Luke Warford.

I'm the founder of the Agave Democratic Infrastructure Fund, Director of Texas Public Opinion Research, and former candidate for Texas Railroad Commission.

Excited to join the conversation about strengthening the Democratic party in Texas and across the country.