Texas Ballot Compare

General election · Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Nonpartisan voter guide · Texas

Dan Barrios

Candidate · November 3, 2026 general election

Dan Barrios

Democratic
On ballot as
Dan Barrios
Current role
Not found
Background
  • MBA in strategic management -University of North Texas;
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration – Western Governors University
  • Worked in executive sales and later taught business courses at the high school and college level
Experience
  • Richardson City Council (Place 3)
  • Leadership roles with the American Red Cross,
  • Won the March 3, 2026 Democratic primary over Anthony Bridges
Top priorities
  • Costs: "confront the affordability crisis by strengthening consumer protections for working Americans"
  • Health care: "nobody should be left without access to affordable and quality medical care"
  • Says he will "stand against the extremism that is creating chaos in our core institutions, proudly defend the Constitution"
  • Supports "investments in education and workforce development, policies that help small businesses grow and create local jobs"
Tidbits
  • Abortion: Pro Abortion
  • Immigration: "I believe we can protect our borders while also creating clear, legal pathways for people who want to work, raise a family, and pursue the American dream."
  • Guns: "Protect the Second Amendment while reducing gun violence: Require universal background checks"
  • Health care: "Healthcare is a basic necessity” Universal Healthcare for all.
Claims and the record
  • Controversies: None found in the news coverage we reviewed
Endorsements
  • Texas AFL-CIO
  • Congresswoman Julie Johnson (listed by campaign)
  • Tx State Representative Linda Garcia (listed by campaign)
  • State Representative Mihaela Plesa (listed by campaign)