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Of the many who attempted, just 1 independent candidate qualified for November ballot
By Andrea Drusch at San Antonio Report (nonprofit local newsroom)
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
Of the 14 independent candidates who originally filed to run for office in Bexar County this year, only one managed to collect enough signatures to get his name on the November ballot. Defense attorney Jason Wolff is waging an independent bid for District Attorney, against Democrat Luz Elena Chap...
Key takeaway The Secretary of State’s […]Of the many who attempted, just 1 independent candidate qualified for November ballot was first posted on July 14, 2026 at 5:00 am.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The fact that only one independent candidate made it onto the November ballot in Bexar County speaks to the challenges of running outside the two-party system in San Antonio . Jason Wolff's successful petition drive to get on the ballot as an independent candidate for District Attorney is a notable exception, given that 13 other independent candidates fell short. This outcome may reflect the difficulties of gathering enough signatures to meet the requirements, as well as the resources and support that often come with running as a Democrat or Republican. As Wolff moves forward to face Democratic and Republican opponents, his campaign will be worth watching to see how an independent candidate fares in a local election with significant partisan leanings. The District Attorney's race is also crucial for San Antonio, as it will shape the direction of law enforcement and justice in the community.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: San Antonio Report (nonprofit local newsroom) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Of the 14 independent candidates who originally filed to run for office in Bexar County this year, only one managed to collect enough signatures to get his name on the November ballot. Defense attorney Jason Wolff is waging an independent bid for District Attorney, against Democrat Luz Elena Chap...
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