George Hindman

This page was current at the end of the individual's last campaign covered by Ballotpedia. Please contact us with any updates.

George Hindman

Republican Party

Elections and appointments

Last election

March 3, 2020

Education

Bachelor's

University of Virginia

Graduate

University of Texas, Austin

Personal

Profession

Business owner

Contact

Campaign website

Campaign Facebook

Campaign Twitter

Personal Facebook

George Hindman (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Texas' 17th Congressional District. He lost in the Republican primary on March 3, 2020.

Biography

Email editor@ballotpedia.org to notify us of updates to this biography.

Hindman earned his B.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Virginia. He went on to receive his M.S. in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Texas at Austin. He worked in a variety of positions and is the owner of a high tech research and development business.

Elections

2020

See also: Texas' 17th Congressional District election, 2020

Texas' 17th Congressional District election, 2020 (March 3 Republican primary)

Texas' 17th Congressional District election, 2020 (March 3 Democratic primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Texas District 17

Pete Sessions defeated Rick Kennedy and Ted Brown in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 17 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Pete Sessions (R)	55.9	171,390
		Rick Kennedy (D)	40.9	125,565
		Ted Brown (L)	3.2	9,918

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 306,873
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Democratic primary runoff election

Democratic primary runoff for U.S. House Texas District 17

Rick Kennedy defeated David Jaramillo in the Democratic primary runoff for U.S. House Texas District 17 on July 14, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Rick Kennedy	57.3	13,496
		David Jaramillo	42.7	10,054

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 23,550 (100.00% precincts reporting)
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Republican primary runoff election

Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Texas District 17

Pete Sessions defeated Renee Swann in the Republican primary runoff for U.S. House Texas District 17 on July 14, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Pete Sessions	53.5	18,524
		Renee Swann	46.5	16,096

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 34,620 (100.00% precincts reporting)
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 17

Rick Kennedy and David Jaramillo advanced to a runoff. They defeated William Foster III in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 17 on March 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Rick Kennedy	47.9	22,148
✔		David Jaramillo	35.0	16,170
		William Foster III	17.1	7,887

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 46,205
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 17

The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 17 on March 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Pete Sessions	31.6	21,667
✔		Renee Swann	19.0	13,047
		George Hindman	18.1	12,405
		Elianor Vessali	9.2	6,283
	Submit photo	Scott Bland	7.2	4,947
		Trent Sutton	5.2	3,593
		Todd Kent	3.5	2,367
		Kristen Alamo Rowin	1.7	1,183
		Laurie Godfrey McReynolds	1.6	1,105
	Submit photo	David Saucedo	1.4	975
	Submit photo	Jeffrey Oppenheim (Unofficially withdrew)	0.7	483
		Ahmad Adnan	0.7	477

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 68,532
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Libertarian convention

Libertarian convention for U.S. House Texas District 17

Ted Brown advanced from the Libertarian convention for U.S. House Texas District 17 on March 21, 2020.

		Candidate
✔		Ted Brown (L)

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified.
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

2018

See also: Texas State Senate elections, 2018

General election

General election for Texas State Senate District 14

Incumbent Kirk Watson defeated George Hindman and Micah Verlander in the general election for Texas State Senate District 14 on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Kirk Watson (D)	71.9	276,052
		George Hindman (R)	25.2	96,834
	Submit photo	Micah Verlander (L)	2.8	10,889

---

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 383,775
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Nik Sturm (Independent)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Texas State Senate District 14

Incumbent Kirk Watson advanced from the Democratic primary for Texas State Senate District 14 on March 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Kirk Watson	100.0	82,626

---

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 82,626
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Texas State Senate District 14

George Hindman advanced from the Republican primary for Texas State Senate District 14 on March 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		George Hindman	100.0	24,168

---

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 24,168
= candidate completed the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection survey.
If you are a candidate and would like to tell readers and voters more about why they should vote for you, complete the Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey.
Do you want a spreadsheet of this type of data? Contact our sales team.

2014

See also: Austin, Texas municipal elections, 2014.

The city of Austin held elections for city council on November 4, 2014. The candidate filing deadline was August 18, 2014. Because of redistricting and term limits, there was no incumbent for District 1. The candidates were Andrew Bucknall, Michael D. Cargill, George Hindman, Ora Houston, Christopher J. Hutchins, Norman A. Jacobson, DeWayne Lofton, Valerie M. Menard and Samuel A. Osemene. Because no candidate received more than 50 percent of the vote in the general election, the top two vote-getters - Houston and Lofton - faced each other in a runoff election on December 16, 2014. Houston was the winner.

Austin City Council, District 1, 2014
Candidate	Vote %	Votes
Ora Houston	49.1%	6,429
DeWayne Lofton	14.4%	1,887
Andrew Bucknall	6.2%	811
Michael D. Cargill	5.4%	711
George W. Hindman	7.1%	928
Christopher J. Hutchins	3.2%	421
Norman A. Jacobson	1.2%	153
Valerie M. Menard	9.3%	1,221
Samuel A. Osemene	4%	529
Total Votes		10,766
Source: Travis County Clerk - 2014 Official Election Results

2012

See also: Texas' 17th Congressional District elections, 2012

Hindman ran in the 2012 election for the U.S. House to represent Texas' 17th District. He was defeated by incumbent Bill Flores in the Republican primary on May 29, 2012.

Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

George Hindman did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.

Campaign website

Hindman’s campaign website stated the following:

“	Immigration Our immigration system is broken and things as they now stand must not continue. Three steps are needed to solve this crisis. We must secure the border by building a wall, reform our immigration policies and focus on dealing with the millions of illegal immigrants already in our country. Border security and enforcing existing laws must be the starting points for addressing the current situation with immigration. Lasting reforms cannot be made without first ensuring that every immigrant that enters our country does so lawfully. It is in the national interest to know exactly who and what comes across our borders. A new set of policies must be developed and incorporated into our immigration laws. Arbitrary quotas, a wide range of visas and a diversity lottery do not put our interests first. We should prioritize legal immigration so that highly skilled entrepreneurs can enter. It is they who will help grow our economy through innovative research and new businesses. A guest worker plan for agricultural workers and others doing low-skill jobs should have no bearing on citizenship and these workers should not receive taxpayer benefits. As for the millions of illegal immigrants who are already here, amnesty is not an option. Every year people from around the world apply to immigrate to America. They follow the rules and most are turned away or wait years for approval to enter. Allowing illegal immigrants to step in front of these lawful applicants is not fair and rewards illegal behavior. Current illegal immigrants must face penalties for their actions and wait at the back of any immigration line. If they have committed other crimes while in the country, then they should not be allowed to get in line at all. As a Christian, I believe it is important that we do not forget that immigrants are real people, many in search of a better life. America has been a nation of immigrants, but we are also a nation of laws. We should never forget that their better life does not need to come at the expense of American workers or taxpayers. Budget and Fiscal Responsibility Our nation is at a crossroads as to how we determine our fiscal priorities. Democrats believe we should tax and spend more. As a fiscal conservative, I believe that we need to cut spending and restrain our federal government. Congress does not have a blank check for unlimited programs, and it is critically important that we balance the federal budget. With the national debt being more than $23 trillion dollars, reducing our debt and annual deficits are some of the greatest challenges facing our nation. I used to believe that Congress could do its job with the power of the purse. Unfortunately, the recent past has demonstrated congressional lack of ability to control budgets and the debt. Therefore, I am a strong proponent of a balanced budget amendment to the Constitution. A balanced budget amendment is the only way to guarantee that Washington will live within its means. As a conservative, I also believe that the best way to pay off our debt and live within our means is to ensure that taxpayer dollars are spent wisely and to grow the economy. A strong economy generates higher revenue to fund necessary programs without adding to the national debt. This can be achieved by further reducing regulatory burdens and permanently reforming the tax code. The Democratic Party has become true believers in socialism and communism. This is a sure path to the downfall of our great country. As your elected representative in Congress, I will ensure that the work ethic and economic values of District 17 will be brought to Washington D.C. Defense and National Security The first priority of the federal government is, and must always remain, the defense of our nation. Our armed services have created a more secure world and helped ensure our safety. As a nation, we must always remain prepared. While the specific threats to our freedoms have changed over the years, the need for a strong military has not. We cannot hollow out our armed forces like we did in the 1990s, which left us unprepared for the threats of the new century. A strong national defense is necessary not just for traditional geopolitical adversaries such as China and Russia, but for lesser aggressors like Iran, North Korea, Al-Qaeda, ISIS and their affiliates. Hypersonic missiles, unmanned aerial vehicles, cyber security threats, as well as standing up a new Space Corps military branch are areas that the next Congress will address. Being an aerospace professional and holder of a Department of Defense security clearance, I believe I have a unique ability to help Congress properly focus on new approaches and technologies to help defend our nation. Traditional Family Values and Sanctity of Life Over the past decade, our country has veered away from the traditional values that have provided the foundation of our culture and society. Liberals and progressives have sought to systematically destroy many of the ideals that have made this country great. These attempts at structural change have focused on the family unit and core constitutional principles. Furthermore, I strongly support federal laws and a constitutional amendment to define marriage as a union of one man and one woman. The federal judiciary should not force any state to accept a redefinition of marriage. There should be federal legal recognition of traditional marriage because that is what best protects the basic unit of society: the family. As a Christian, I believe that God knows us and creates us at the moment of conception. I am the strongest possible supporter of the right to life and of the need to protect the lives of those unable to protect themselves. As long as I am your District 17 representative in Washington, I will sponsor and support legislation that restricts the federal funding of abortion facilities and organizations that provide abortions. Constitutional Rights Core constitutional principles are also under attack. As your District 17 representative, I will vigorously support and defend the First, Second, and Tenth amendments. First and foremost, religious freedom is the bedrock on which this nation was founded. Tied to this is freedom of speech. The right to believe and talk as one wishes is quintessentially American. The political left has proposed dangerous legislation aimed at undermining the first amendment. I will vehemently fight the “inequality act” and other similar bills in Congress. I am also an ardent supporter of the Second Amendment and am committed to preserving the right of individuals to purchase, possess and use firearms as guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution. Gun control advocates fail to recognize that it is people, not guns, who are responsible for illegal actions. Their efforts at tightening gun laws will only take guns away from law abiding citizens and not criminals who use firearms to commit crimes. Last, but not least, in the Bill of Rights is the Tenth Amendment which reserves many undelegated powers to the States. Congress and the federal judiciary have usurped many of these powers and I believe that this needs to be reversed. Our current public discourse would be much more civil if we allowed each state to make its own decision regarding the welfare of its citizens. Agriculture, Energy and the Environment America is blessed with abundant resources and it is vital that our nation maintain a robust agriculture industry. Our nation’s food supply is the result of hardworking farmers and ranchers, the private ownership and stewardship of resources, and a sound public farm policy. We must provide our agricultural industry the tools they need to deal with a risky and uncertain business, while protecting American taxpayer dollars and fixing ineffective programs. Texas has always been a national leader in the energy sector. With our bountiful reserves, the innovative and entrepreneurial spirit of our citizens as well as good old-fashioned hard work, we have seen a revolution in energy production that has increased our energy independence and unleashed American energy dominance. We must continue to have a comprehensive national energy strategy that is rooted in reality and what works, one that bolsters our national security, ensures inexpensive sources of energy, and promotes the American economy. Also, for too long we have been presented with the false choice that food and energy production come at the expense of environmental safeguards. As an engineer, I believe that I could provide Congressional insight as to the appropriate balance between scientific and economic considerations. All Americans, no matter their political affiliation, should strive to be good stewards of the earth and protect the blessings we have been given.	”
—George Hindman

2014

On his campaign website, Hindman highlighted the following issues:

Affordable housing

• Excerpt: "With the cost of living continuing to increase, Austinites need assistance on multiple fronts. In addition to reductions in property taxes and relief from higher utility rates, a sustainable housing stock is necessary for all residents. George's specific proposals to help families include:
  • A 10% Homestead exemption for all - an across the board exemption will provide tax relief to every home owner in Austin.
  • An additional 10% exemption for first time home buyers - young couples trying to settle and start families need help to establish themselves in communities.
  • A Long Term Homeowner Tax Ceiling - residents that have been living in their homes for 25 years should have a freeze on their future tax levels.
  • End utility revenue diversions to the City's general fund - the affected millions should be used for lower consumer rates or infrastructure investments.
  • Land development code rewrite - a proper balance must be struck between affordability and regulations as well as addressing mobility issues."

Transportation

• Excerpt: "We all experience the frustrations of Austin's current traffic problems. Because of the huge capital expenditures required to improve congestion, it is important to properly analyze and develop solutions that make economic sense. The current Project Connect proposal requires hundreds of millions of dollars to produce limited off-loading of our current road system. Furthermore, there is a lack of consensus in the Austin community concerning the selected corridor. George believes that near term capital investments should be made in the road system with considerations given to:
  • Optimizing signal synchronization - to increase and improve traffic flow.
  • Improvements to expand east-west corridors - to assist in the reduction of multiple surface street traffic bottlenecks.
  • Thinking in three dimensions - examine and commission studies on elevated decks to improve vehicle throughput.
  • Promote flexible employee schedules - in order to reduce peak demand on roadways.
  • Explore creative innovations from the private sector - such as ride share concepts and peer-to-peer services."

Water

• Excerpt: "One of the biggest challenges facing Austin is our future water supply. Current resources are at 30% - 40 % of capacity and water demand is expected to drastically increase in the coming decades. Every year we lose over 3 billion gallons of water alone to broken pipes and an aging infrastructure. Specific solutions include:
  • Direct water utility expenditures and future bond focus to fixing pipes - the most effective method of conservation is to prevent infrastructure losses.
  • Support better rainwater collection - resources and new technologies can improve rainwater conservation efforts.
  • Implement various gray water options - for reuse in irrigation and cooling systems."

See also

2020 Elections

What's on the ballot? U.S. President U.S. Congress U.S. Congress special elections State executives State legislatures State courts Ballot measures Municipal government School boards Election analysis hub

Government

Who represents me? U.S. Congress State executives State legislators State courts Ballot measures Municipal government School boards

Newsletters

Coronavirus Weekly Updates Documenting America's Path to Recovery The Heart of the Primaries The Daily Brew The Weekly Brew The Ballot Bulletin Checks and Balances Economy and Society Hall Pass Number of the Day Robe & Gavel Union Station

External links

Suggest a link

• Texas Legislature website
• Campaign website
• Campaign Facebook page

Footnotes

[show]

Texas' current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

John Cornyn (R)

Ted Cruz (R)

Representatives

District 1

Nathaniel Moran (R)

District 2

Daniel Crenshaw (R)

District 3

Keith Self (R)

District 4

Pat Fallon (R)

District 5

Lance Gooden (R)

District 6

Jake Ellzey (R)

District 7

Lizzie Fletcher (D)

District 8

Morgan Luttrell (R)

District 9

Al Green (D)

District 10

Michael McCaul (R)

District 11

August Pfluger (R)

District 12

Craig Goldman (R)

District 13

Ronny Jackson (R)

District 14

Randy Weber (R)

District 15

Monica De La Cruz (R)

District 16

Veronica Escobar (D)

District 17

Pete Sessions (R)

District 18

Vacant

District 19

Jodey Arrington (R)

District 20

Joaquin Castro (D)

District 21

Chip Roy (R)

District 22

Troy Nehls (R)

District 23

Tony Gonzales (R)

District 24

Beth Van Duyne (R)

District 25

Roger Williams (R)

District 26

Brandon Gill (R)

District 27

Michael Cloud (R)

District 28

Henry Cuellar (D)

District 29

Sylvia Garcia (D)

District 30

Jasmine Crockett (D)

District 31

John Carter (R)

District 32

Julie Johnson (D)

District 33

Marc Veasey (D)

District 34

Vicente Gonzalez (D)

District 35

Greg Casar (D)

District 36

Brian Babin (R)

District 37

Lloyd Doggett (D)

District 38

Wesley Hunt (R)

Republican Party (27)

Democratic Party (12)

Vacancies (1)