The Southern Regional Council of Carpenters has endorsed candidates across the South ahead of the 2026 midterm elections for state and federal offices. Below is information on candidates we believe will fight for working people in our 11 states.
Your vote is your choice. We respect that. We encourage our members to learn about these candidates’ positions on working-class economic issues and to support them in their respective primaries.
Primary elections in Texas and North Carolina are on Tuesday, March 3. Georgia’s primary elections are on Tuesday, May 19.
James Talarico To Represent Texas in the U.S. Senate
James Talarico is a lifelong Texan, educator, and public servant committed to strengthening public education, protecting working families, and expanding economic opportunity. His leadership reflects a deep belief in fairness, access to quality jobs, and investments that uplift communities across Texas. He is running to represent Texas in the United States Senate.
Montserrat Garibay to represent austin in the Texas House
Montserrat Garibay is a longtime educator and advocate for public schools and working families. She brings a deep commitment to equitable opportunity, workforce training, and strengthening the foundation that allows communities to thrive. She is running to represent Texas’s 49th House District in Austin.
Sylvia Garcia to represent texas in the u.s. house (district 29)
Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia has been a strong advocate for working families, infrastructure investment, and economic justice. Representing Texas’ 29th Congressional District, she has consistently supported pro-worker legislation and policies that protect wages and workplace safety. She is running to continue representing Texas’ 29th Congressional District in the United States House.
Vicente Gonzalez, Jr. to represent texas in the u.s. house (District 34)
Congressman Vicente Gonzalez, Jr. has championed economic development, workforce training, and responsible infrastructure investment. His work reflects a commitment to expanding opportunity and ensuring access to good-paying, stable careers. He is running to continue representing Texas’s 34th Congressional District in the United States House.
Joaquin Castro to represent texas in the U.S. House (District 20)
Congressman Joaquin Castro has built a record of advocacy for education, workforce development, and strong communities. He consistently supports policies that strengthen labor standards and expand economic mobility. He is running to continue representing Texas’s 20th Congressional District.
Geoff Duncan for Georgia Governor
Geoff Duncan is focused on economic growth, workforce readiness, and responsible governance. His campaign emphasizes job creation and policies that support working people and communities across Georgia.
Jamie Ager to represent North Carolina in the U.S. House (District 11)
Jamie Ager is a community leader focused on protecting public education, expanding healthcare access, and supporting working families. His campaign centers on strengthening local economies and ensuring opportunity for all. He is running to represent North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District in the U.S. House.