Meet the Parties — Plan Your Vote SA
Plan Your Vote SA · Meet the parties
Get to know the parties
Your ballot lists each candidate’s party. Knowing what each party generally stands for helps you read your ballot with confidence — but remember, every candidate sets their own positions. Below is a plain-language, nonpartisan overview of each party you may see, with a colored tag that matches how it appears on your ballot.
The parties on your ballot
Tap any party to see what it generally emphasizes and to reach its official Texas and national pages.
The Republican Party
Republican
Generally favors lower taxes, fewer federal rules, and leaving more decisions to states, businesses, and individuals.
The Democratic Party
Democratic
Generally favors an active role for government in providing services and protections, paid for through taxes.
The Libertarian Party
Libertarian
Wants government kept as small as possible — maximum personal and economic freedom, with minimal government.
The Green Party
Green
Centers environmental protection and social justice, with strong action on climate and support for working people.
Independent Candidates
Independent
Runs without a party label — each independent sets their own positions, so there’s no shared platform to summarize.
Ready to see who’s running? Head to What’s on the Ballot to go race by race — every candidate is listed with their party tag.