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Chair, Hays County Democratic Party
Chair, Hays County Democratic Party

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Mark Trahan

As Chair for the Hays County Democratic Party

My name is Mark Trahan and I am running to remain the Hays County Democratic Party Chair.   Since I became chair in February 2021, the Hays County Democratic Party has enacted a new organizational structure, increased fundraising, developed a new outreach strategy, and recruited new precinct chairs to join our efforts.  I would like your vote to continue to grow the organization so that we can elect Democrats up and down the ballot!   Keep Hays County Blue! 

KEEP

Mark Trahan

As Chair for the Hays County Democratic Party

My name is Mark Trahan and I am running to remain the Hays County Democratic Party Chair.   Since I became chair in February 2021, the Hays County Democratic Party has enacted a new organizational structure, increased fundraising, developed a new outreach strategy, and recruited new precinct chairs to join our efforts.  I would like your vote to continue to grow the organization so that we can elect Democrats up and down the ballot!   Keep Hays County Blue! 

Mark's Endorsements

Us Congressman Lloyd Doggett
Diana Gomez, Community Leader
Jen Ramos, SDEC Committeewoman
Donna Haschke, Former HCDP Chair
The Last 5 Hays Dems Chairs
Beanie Fant-Simon, HCDP Mascot
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Mark Trahan

"KEEP HAYS COUNTY BLUE!"

Mark Trahan has been serving as the county chair of the Hays County Democratic Party since February 2021.  

After serving as a precinct chair in Kyle for two years, Mark was overwhelmingly elected to the chair position by precinct chairs in Hays County.  As chair, Mark expanded the county party, increased transparency and efficiency, boosted fundraising, and diversified the party.  

Mark holds a B.A. in government from the University of Texas, an MSW and a Ph.D. in social work from the University of Houston.  Mark is an educator in social work, and specializes in research around fatherhood.  

He is married to his wife, Lisa, and they have two daughters.  Mark loves the outdoors, including mountain biking, hiking, and running.  

 

Mark Trahan

Chair, Hays County Democratic Party

Accomplishments as County Chair

Just a few of Mark’s accomplishments in 2021

Organizational Structure

Expanded the county party from 30 people in 5 committee to over 100 people in 10 committees

New Precinct Chairs

Successfully recruited 10 new precinct chairs in 2021

Diversity & Inclusion

Developed anti-racist policies and a diversity committee dedicated to ensuring fair representation of all races and demographics

Fundraising

Despite the limitations created by the pandemic, Mark increased county fundraising by 30%

Fought for Fair Maps

Stood strong against Republican Gerrymandering and helped create a strong democratic leaning precinct.

Technological expansion

Recruited a cutting-edge data and communications team utilizing new technologies to expand party
capabilities

Mark around town...

Mark with a few friends in the community…