Precinct 2522Arlington, Tarrant County, TX
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Welcome to the Precinct 2522 Web Site!
 Updated on Friday, Apr 17, 2026

Welcome to the web site for the Republican party Precinct 2522!  (Thanks to Jim Sutton for providing the software to run the site!)

This site provides a plethora of information regarding our current elected officials, past results, and upcoming elections.  Visit this site regularly for information regarding upcoming elections, candidate links, and endorsements.  The real goal for this site is to increase Republican voter turnout by providing information the voter can use to make wise choices in our elections.

About the Precinct Chair - I am recently retired from 43 years in the defense industry.  My wife and I are members of Christ Chapel Bible Church in Fort Worth and enjoy playing with our six grandchildren.  We live in the precinct (obviously) and are interested in stopping the spread of the radical move to the left in our country today and restoring conservative, Christian values in our society.  If you would like to help out, or contact me for any other reason, you can email me at TarrantGop2522@Yahoo.com.

You can find our current elected officials by clicking on Who Represents Me above.  To see information about upcoming elections, click Elections on the upper right, then Election Information.  There is information about candidates and, if you click Current Election, you can see who is running for each office.

Who are the Democratic Socialists of America?
 Updated on Friday, Aug 14, 2026

There's been a lot of talk lately about the DSA - the Democratic Socialists of America.  People in my generation (I recently turned 70!) grew up with the fear of Communism, a totalitarian system that employs a socialist economic system.  That's where the government owns the means of production.  Basically, everyone works for the government and they give you what they think you need.  "But," they say, "we're Democratic Socialists," as if that's any different.  Sure, instead of a revolution to institute socialism, they just want to vote it in.  The result is the same.

But who are they and what do they believe?  In short, the DSA is part political party and part political philosophy.  You've probably heard about Bernie Sanders, the radical Senator from Vermont.  If you check his political affiliation, you won't see (D), you'll see he's listed as an Independent.  That's because Sanders considers himself a Democratic Socialist, not a Democrat.  

But doesn't he always run for president as a Democrat?  Yes he does, and he caucuses with, that is, he meets and votes with, the Democrats.  This is the strategy.  Our two-party system all but rules out a third party, such as the DSA, so they have decided to infiltrate and take over the Democrat party.  DSA candidates across the nation are running, or have run, in Democrat primaries, and many have won the nomination for governor, senator, or whatever office they are seeking.  Will they win in the General Election in November?  Well, that's up to the American voters.

But what does the DSA believe?  Well, usually Democrat candidates will let their leftist beliefs be heard during the primary when only Democrats will be voting, but then distance themselves from these issues for the General Election to entice more moderate voters.  While some of that is still happening this year, more often they are proudly proclaiming their radical stances.  But we are not just talking about raising taxes or spending.  Recently the co-chair of the DSA, Megan Romer, was on Fox News Sunday.  The host referred to the extreme positions in their party platform and asked Romer about them.  This is where typically you get weasel word answers to try to moderate their views.  Not this time.  Romer confirmed that the DSA wants to abolish the US Senate and the Presidency, leaving only an executive selected by the House.  She also confirmed they want to remove the Supreme Court and replace it with one subordinate to the House, open the southern border, abolish ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement), defund the police, and abolish the prison system as we know it.  She said this on a national news program!  This is not just radical, this would essentially replace the US Constitution!

The DSA even recently denounced Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as not being radical enough!  She's trying to repair her image for a potential run for the Senate, or even the presidency in 2028.  But the DSA nailed her for it.

So what can we do?  You may have heard the saying, "All it takes for evil to thrive is for good men to do nothing."  Although this is attributed to Edmund Burke, it actually has its roots in the Bible.

  • Therefore, to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin. - James 4:17
  • But if the watchman sees the sword coming and does not blow the trumpet, and the people are not warned, and the sword comes and takes any person from among them, he is taken away in his iniquity; but his blood I will require at the watchman’s hand.’ - Ezekiel 33:6

But some will say, "OK, I understand the DSA is bad and we have to stop them, but my candidate is not DSA, he's just a normal Democrat, so I can still vote for him, right?"  Not really.  Remember when I said the DSA is taking over the Democrat Party?  They are.  They have already said that Chuck Schumer (Democrat Senate Leader) and Hakeem Jeffries (Democrat House Leader) are not acceptable and must be replaced.  Mind you, these are far left-wing Democrats, but not enough for the DSA.  Make no mistake, any vote for a Democrat at any level is a vote for socialism!

Vote!

So what do we do?  As an absolute minimum, we must vote in November and all future elections.  Dan Bongino has advocated what he calls the 10-10-10 rule.  Call ten people and get them to vote, and call ten people they know.  Then take another ten with you on Election Day.  You could also put a campaign sign in your yard - these are available from the candidate's campaign or I can help you get one.  Talk to your friends.  Many people are not that atuned to politics and say all politicians are the same.  This is not true.  There are some, even in both parties, that are career politicians enriching themselves, but there are some Republicans that are trying to do the right thing.  If you want to see one, look up Brandon Gill, a young congressman from here in Texas.  He has a young family, he's a Christian, and he is fighting against the corrupt people in government.  Unfortunately, he's not in our precinct, but keep an eye on him - he's got a bright future!

So let's do what we can.  I'm sure you're getting tired of hearing, "This is the most important election of our time."  Yes, you've heard it past years, but it's still true today.  Each election is more important than the previous one, so this is the most important election!

If you want more information or you just want to talk about the issues, use Party Contacts above to Contact Precinct Chair, and I will get back to you.  Keep Texas Red!!

 

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Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026 @ 12:00 am
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July Polical Watch Report is here!
 Updated on Thursday, Jul 16, 2026

We've just updated this month's Political Watch Committee Report #25 on July 16th!  This report addresses National, State, County City, and School Board representatives and issues.  Take a look and let me know what you think!

Back issues are available on the Arlington Republican Club website.

Arlington Republican Club
 Updated on Thursday, Jul 16, 2026

Are you interested in finding out more about the latest in the political realm?  Arlington has an active Republican club that meets the 4th Thursday of each month.  (There's no meeting in November of December.)  There are guest speakers, and many local candidates and office holders attend.  All are welcome, and if you would like to join, it's only $40/ year.  See the web site for more information.

There is a publication of the Arlington Republican Club that summarizes how our representatives are performing, both at the national and state levels, as well as local school boards and city councils.  You can view the latest issue here.  The latest issue is dated March, 2026.

Voter Registration
 Updated on Thursday, Jul 16, 2026

Did you know that you can check on your voter registration status?  The Tarrant County Elections web site allows you to enter your name and birthday to verify you are registered.  It also tells you about upcoming elections and provides a sample ballot as Election Day approaches.

You can access Tarrant County Elections by selecting Elections and then County Elections at the top of the page.  If you just want to check your registration, you can go directly here.