Celebrating Hispanic Heritage in Texas & Collin County
September 15 to October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month. But if you know Texas at all, you know Hispanic heritage isn’t just something we celebrate once a year. It’s woven into our food, our music, our neighborhoods, our politics, and our history. In fact, you can’t tell the story of Texas without Latinos at the very center of it.
When I think about this month, one voice always comes to mind: Dolores Huerta. She co-founded the United Farm Workers, fought side by side with César Chávez, and gave us the rallying cry “Sí, se puede” which means “Yes, we can.” That wasn’t just a slogan. It was a declaration of power. People told her farm workers couldn’t organize, that it wasn’t possible. She said, “watch us.” And they did. Her words still ring out across America today, from union halls to the White House. Why does that matter here in Collin County? Because “Sí, se puede” is a reminder that when we come together, whether we’re canvassing a neighborhood, starting a small business, running for office, or just standing up for what’s right, we can make change. We can win.
Texas Roots, Texas Pride
Latino contributions to Texas go back centuries. Think of Juan Seguín, a Tejano hero who fought for Texas independence. Or Lorenzo de Zavala, who helped establish the Republic of Texas as its first Vice President. Fast forward a century: civil rights leaders founded LULAC right here in Texas in 1929, and their fight for equality continues today. And let’s be real, Texas wouldn’t be Texas without Tejano music, Selena, breakfast tacos, and... some... not all just some Tex-Mex. That’s culture that’s not just celebrated, it’s loved every single day.
Here in Collin County, Latinos make up nearly 20% of our community. But this is about more than numbers, it’s about impact.
- Latino-owned businesses fuel our economy and bring flavor to our daily lives.
- Latino workers keep our county running, even as they face rising costs of rent, groceries, and insurance.
- Latino leaders are shaping our schools, neighborhoods, and civic life.
- And Latino Democrats are powering the CCDP, as precinct chairs, committee members, donors, volunteers, and organizers.
Yet, at the very same time, state Republican politicians are working overtime to silence these contributions. They attack public schools with voucher schemes that drain funding. They pass laws that target immigrants and divide communities. They try to make it harder to vote, especially for communities of color. They celebrate culture when it suits them, while undermining Latino families’ freedom to thrive. That’s why “Sí, se puede” is more than a chant. It’s a call to action right here in Collin County.
From the Author
My name is Darrel Evans, and I’m a white man. I can’t speak from lived Latino experience. But I can say this: I see how much Collin County owes to our Latino friends, neighbors, and colleagues. I see how much strength and vision you bring to our party and our future. And I know we need more Latino voices in committee leadership and decision-making as we move forward. That’s not just a nice idea, that’s a commitment. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Join the Fight, Sí, Se Puede in Collin County
Dolores Huerta said, “Every moment is an organizing opportunity, every person a potential activist, every minute a chance to change the world.” That means right here, right now, in Collin County:
- If you’re Latino and thinking about running for office, we need you.
- If you want to knock doors or make calls, join us.
- If you’re looking to shape the future of this county, pull up a chair, because you belong at this table.
We’re building something bigger than any one of us, and we can’t do it without you. Hispanic heritage is Texas heritage. It’s in our past, our present, and our future. From Dolores Huerta’s fearless cry of “Sí, se puede” to the young Latino leaders rising right here in Collin County, the message is the same: Yes, we can, and together, we will.
Because Latino heritage is Texas freedom, the freedom to learn in strong schools, to thrive in safe neighborhoods, and to be heard at the ballot box. That’s the future we’re fighting for.
Yes you can, become a precinct chair!
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Reading is FUNdamental!
Dates: Sunday, September 28th
Time: 2:30 PM- 4 PM CDT
Location: Biblio Book Bar | 1018 E. 15th St | Plano
Phone: 972-561-8938
We will be looking specifically at On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder. This book can be purchased at BiblioBar - support your local bookseller!
Snacks provided; bring your thoughts!
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Buy your Tickets Now!
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Do you remember when life didn’t feel like one long Yellow Brick Road to authoritarianism?
We may not have been dancing through life, but at least we weren’t waking up every day wondering “what now?” The truth is, we cannot click our heels and wish our way back to normal. If we want change, we have to build it together.
And that’s exactly what we’re doing.
Join us for Defy: A Wickedly Democratic Evening on Thursday, October 9 at 6:30 PM at Event1013 in downtown Plano, where the Ozdust Ballroom comes to life.
This is more than a fundraiser. It’s a chance to gather as Democrats, to get motivated, and to power the Collin County Democratic Party’s mission of recruiting, training, and promoting the candidates who will stand up for our future. We are ready to fight back, ready to win, and ready to prove that the people of Texas are stronger than any Wicked Witch's politics.
Help prove that when Democrats unite, even the Wicked can’t hold us down. As Rep. Mihaela Plesa said, “Find a way to be in the way.” Being in the way is defiance.
Get your tickets or sign up for a sponsorship here: Txdp.cc/Defy25
Choose One Below!
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Collin County Democrats Happy Hour
First Thursdays!
Date: Thursday October 2, 2025
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Location: Holy Grail Pub
8240 Preston Rd 150
Plano, TX 75024
Join us for the Collin County Democrats Happy Hour at The Holy Grail Pub! We’re kicking off a new tradition—an opportunity to relax, connect, and build community with fellow Democrats in a casual setting.
Enjoy great food, drinks, and conversation on the patio as we come together to celebrate our shared values and gear up for the work ahead. Whether you’re a longtime volunteer, new to local politics, or just looking to meet like-minded folks, this is the perfect place to do it!
Let’s raise a glass, make new friends, and strengthen our movement in Collin County. We can’t wait to see you there!
Note that the Happy Hour is on the patio, so plan accordingly
RSVP and invite your friends!
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Candidate Bootcamp
Launch Your Campaign Journey!
Date: Saturday October 4, 2025
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: John and Judy Gay Library
Date: Saturday November 15, 2025
Time: 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: John and Judy Gay Library
Are you considering running for office or helping someone run for office in 2026? Or have you run before and want to refine your approach? Join the Collin County Democratic Party (CCDP) for our Candidate Bootcamp, a dynamic workshop designed for prospective and former candidates, campaign managers, treasurers, and staffers.
October session will cover:
- Mobilizing Voters with a Data-Driven Campaign
- Understanding Collin County’s Electoral Map
- Building Your Target Universes
- Calculating the Vote Goal and Contact Goals
- Message Delivery in the Field
November session will cover:
- Messaging, Media and Digital Strategy
- Building a Disciplined Message
- Working with Local Media
- Digital Campaigning for Collin County
- Integrating Field, Media, and Digital
Whether you're exploring a first-time run or gearing up for another race, this bootcamp will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make an informed decision and launch a strong campaign.
Who should attend? Prospective candidates, former candidates, campaign managers, treasurers, and campaign staffers.
We're building a stronger Democratic presence in Collin County, together!
RSVP as space is limited.
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Prep for the 10/18 No Kings 2.0 Protest
No Thrones
No Crowns
No Kings
Ready to get creative and make a difference? Join us for a sign making party and help us build momentum for our cause!
What: A fun and engaging get-together where we'll design, paint, and create powerful signs for our upcoming protests. We'll provide all the supplies—poster board, markers, paint, and more you just need to bring your passion and your ideas!
Why: Because our message is important, and a strong visual presence makes an impact. This is a chance to connect with fellow advocates, share your creativity, and make sure our message is seen and heard.
Who: Everyone is welcome, whether you're an artist or just want to lend a hand. This is a great way to meet like-minded people and become an active part of our movement.
Date: Saturday, October 11
Time: 3pm – 5pm CDT
Location: CCDP Headquarters
6829 K Ave ste 111
Plano, TX 75074
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Join Collin County Democratic Party in conjunction with local activists to protest on No Kings Day II, October 18th at the northeast corner of Parker and Preston in Plano, TX. RAIN OR SHINE!
In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings. NO KINGS is a national day of action and mass mobilization in response to increasing authoritarian excesses and corruption from Trump and his allies. We’ve all seen them crack down on free speech, detain people for their political views, threaten to deport American citizens, and defy the courts. They’ve done this all while continuing to serve and enrich their billionaire allies.
Join us on: 10/18/25 from 10-12pm as we say: no thrones, no crowns, no kings. Check out nokings.org for more information.
A core principle behind all No Kings events is a commitment to nonviolent action. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values.
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Help Wanted!
The Collin County Democratic Party is powered by volunteers, and we need your help to keep our movement strong. Whether you’re creative, outgoing, organized, or just looking for a way to pitch in, there’s a place for you on our team. Every hour you give makes a real difference in building a more fair and inclusive future for our county. From behind-the-scenes support to front-line voter outreach, your skills matter and your voice matters. Check out the opportunities below and find the role that’s right for you!
Office Volunteers
Our Collin County Democratic Party office is the front door to local democracy, and we need volunteers to help keep it welcoming. You’ll greet visitors, answer phones, and lend a hand with everyday tasks that keep the party moving forward. Bilingual skills are a big plus, but not required. If you want to be part of the action behind the scenes, this is the perfect role for you.
Graphic Designer (Canva)
Do you love creating designs that catch people’s attention? We’re looking for a volunteer with Canva experience to help us make graphics for events, campaigns, and social media. You’ll be working directly under the direction of our Communications Team, so you’ll have guidance and a clear vision to work from. Your designs will help inspire Democrats and spread the word about important initiatives. If you’ve got the imagination and the drive, we’ve got plenty of projects ready for your creative touch.
Email Marketer (Constant Contact)
Are you passionate about crafting emails that get people to read and take action? If you have experience with Constant Contact, we’d love your help reaching Democrats across Collin County. You’ll create messages that inform, inspire, and mobilize our community. Every email you send will make our movement stronger.
Phone Bankers
Want to make a difference one call at a time? We need enthusiastic volunteers to talk with local Democrats about issues, events, and ways to get involved. Training and scripts are provided, so you’ll feel confident before making your first call. Your conversations could be the spark that inspires someone to vote, volunteer, or donate.
No matter which role you choose, you’ll be part of a team that’s fighting every day to make Collin County stronger, fairer, and more democratic. We can’t do this without people like you stepping up and lending your time and talents. Together, we can reach more voters, tell our story louder, and build the momentum we need to win in 2026 and beyond. Ready to jump in?
Reply to this email or use the volunteer button below!
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PAD September Meeting
Join us for an unforgettable evening with our statewide and local candidates—including special guest Astronaut Terry Virts! Hear directly from leaders who are ready to make a difference for Plano, Collin County, and Texas.
This is your chance to connect with inspiring candidates, enjoy great company, and be part of the momentum building for 2024 and beyond. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to meet the people who are shaping our future—right here in Plano!
Date: 09/25/2025 (Thu.)
Time: 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Location: Napoli's Italian Restaurant
2865 McDermott Rd, Plano, TX 75025
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RAD R.O.A.R. (Rallying & Organizing Against Redistricting) Protest!
RAD will be meeting to protest this Saturday and for as long as it takes to speak out against the (fill in the blank) Redistricting Power Grab!
We'll meet from 10:00 to 11:00 at the SE corner of Campbell & 75. Bring your signs and join us!
Dates: Saturdays (Check the RSVP link) | 10 AM - 11 AM
Location: 700 E Campbell Rd | Richardson, TX 75081
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Frisco Democratic Club Happy Hour
Date/Time: Friday, September 26 | 6:30pm–8:00pm
Location: Jakes Burgers and Beer | 6195 Main St | Frisco, TX 75034
Join us for a relaxing evening with fellow Dems. Enjoy an evening talking with like minded people. Meet some new Dem friends.
COMPLIMENTARY APPETIZERS & A CASH BAR.
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Frisco Democratic Club
Research Road Cleanup
Date/Time: Saturday, September 27th | 9am
Location: Rendevous in the parking lot at: 11300 Research Rd
Join us Saturday to clean up along our adopted street, Research Road!
Cleaning this street a couple times a year is what allows our club to have our sign out there! This sign not only advertises our club, but also shows that we Frisco Dems care enough about our neighborhood to clean the streets!
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Frisco Democrats Breakfast
Date/Time: Monday, October 13th | 8:15am–9:30am
Location: 5th Street Patio Cafe | 8621 5th St | Frisco, TX 75034
Meet for Breakfast with other fellow likeminded Dems! We meet every 2nd Monday of the month for an informal get together as we discuss our politics and plan for local advocacy over coffee and delicious cafe food. Come join us!
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McKinney Area Democratic Club
Happy Hour
Enjoy an evening of food, friends, and fun as we gather at our new location!
To kick off the celebration, we'll be serving complimentary appetizers. The venue will also have a full cash bar and a menu of additional food available for purchase. We encourage you to support them by ordering your drinks and any extra food from our two wonderful servers.
Date: Friday Oct, 17th
Time: 6:30 – 8pm CDT
Location: Neon Cactus
241 E Stacy Rd
Fairview, TX 75069
As a friendly reminder, please remember to close out your tab at the end of the night and consider tipping the wait staff generously for their excellent service.
This is a great opportunity to hear from candidates, connect, relax, and build community all are welcome!
We can’t wait to see you there!
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Your Local Party Is Listening!
We need to hear from younger voters who are fed up with the cost of college and the state of the climate. From working-class families who are stretched too thin and feel ignored. From renters struggling with sky-high prices. From Black, Latino, and Asian communities whose voices have too often been left out of the political conversation. From people who believe in change but haven’t yet seen a place for themselves in our party.
We want you in this conversation. We need you in this conversation.
So here’s our ask. If you haven’t taken the survey yet, please do. If you know someone who hasn’t, send it their way. If you’re part of a community group, a union, a place of worship, or just a big group chat, we’d love to connect.
This is not about checking a box. It’s about building something real and lasting. A party where everyone feels seen and heard. A county where power belongs to the people. A future that includes all of us.
Your voice matters. Your story matters. And we’re listening.
Keep the conversation going! Keep building! Together!
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How To Radicalize The Democratic Party
Why the internet won’t move the party left but filling seats will.
For regular Lone Star Left readers, this isn’t a Texas story. In general, Texas Democrats know that our base has been electing young, progressive leadership (i.e., James Talarico, Jasmine Crockett, and Greg Casar), while our state party has been decentralizing power and passing the most progressive Democratic Party platform in the country. Oh, and for those who were asking, the Spanish outreach DID pass at the last SDEC meeting.
*The Collin County Democratic Party is trying to add more state and local information to The Rally. Michelle H. Davis writes a Substack that offers in-depth coverage of the Texas Legislature. Her unapologetically Progressive point of view is uniquely Texan and refreshing. There is a free subscription option in the link below.
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Become a VDR
You can help elect Democrats up and down the ballot in Texas by registering and turning out voters in your community!
In order to register Texas voters, you must first get certified as a Volunteer Deputy Registrar (VDR) by taking a Short One Hour training with us. Sign up here for a Zoom training, and then we'll set you up with everything you need to hit the ground running!
To confirm your eligibility to become a VDR, please visit https://www.sos.state.tx.us/elections/laws/volunteer-deputy-registrars.shtml
| | | | CCDP Headquarters at 6829 K AVE STE 111 Plano, TX 75074 is open Monday - Friday by appointment only closed Holidays. The office is staffed by volunteers like YOU! Want to help out? Call or email us today! vicechair@collindemocrats.org - 972-578-1483. | | | |
*Disclaimer:
The Collin County Democratic Party does not endorse, support, or oppose any candidate in Democratic primary elections. We firmly believe in the importance of competitive primaries, which empower Democratic voters to actively participate in selecting the strongest nominee to represent our values in the general election.
Our commitment to fair and open democratic processes ensures voters can evaluate candidates based on their vision, qualifications, and alignment with the needs of our community. While the Party remains neutral during primaries, we enthusiastically unite behind the Democratic nominee once chosen to defeat Republican opponents and advance policies that benefit all residents.
For questions, contact info@collindemocrats.org
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