Texas Democratic Party Chair Kendall Scudder joins Mission: Texas hosts Kate Rumsey and Alex Clark to talk about rebuilding the Texas Democratic Party from the ground up and what it will take to flip Texas by 2032. Scudder shares his plan for strengthening grassroots infrastructure, filling precinct and county chair vacancies, launching Spanish-language communications, investing in data and voter protection, and promoting bold economic populism that reconnects Democrats with working Texans.

This episode covers:

 * Redistricting and why it can’t stop statewide wins
 * How Democrats can overcome turnout gaps
 * The role of the state party in messaging, data, and compliance
 * How to get involved locally and help fund lasting infrastructure

🎙 Mission: Texas explores long-term Democratic strategy, faith, and service in the fight to flip Texas — and with Kendall Scudder’s vision, that mission is just getting started.

Episode 1:  Kendall Scudder on Rebuilding the Texas Democratic Party

In this episode of Mission: Texas, we dive into the seismic electoral shifts set to change the political landscape by 2032. With new congressional seats projected for Texas and Florida, the balance of power in the Electoral College is tipping. Discover why winning traditional blue states might not be enough and how this shift demands new strategies for securing the White House. Strap in for a deep dive into the electoral future that could disrupt decades of political norms.

We also challenge stereotypes and redefine what it means to be a Democrat. From serving in the military to standing up in court, we explore the patriotic and godly aspects of the Democratic identity. Tune in to see how we're building a coalition that represents the true spirit of Texas. 

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Introducing "Mission: Texas"

Mission: Texas is a political podcast about winning Texas by 2032 or else we may lose the White House for a generation.  

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