Gretel Marysdatter Enck
Gretel Marysdatter Enck (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Texas' 23rd Congressional District. She is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026.[source]
Enck completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Gretel Marysdatter Enck's career experience includes working with the national park service.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: Texas' 23rd Congressional District election, 2026
General election
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The primary will occur on March 3, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. Additional general election candidates will be added here following the primary.
General election for U.S. House Texas District 23
Patti Hale Ashe and Veronica Williams are running in the general election for U.S. House Texas District 23 on November 3, 2026.
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 | Veronica Williams (Independent) | |
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 23
Gretel Marysdatter Enck, Santos Limon, Bruce Richardson, and Katy Padilla Stout are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 23 on March 3, 2026.
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Peter White (D)
- Gregory Lopez (D)
Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 23
Incumbent Tony Gonzales, Keith Barton, Francisco Canseco, and Brandon Herrera are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 23 on March 3, 2026.
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Gretel Marysdatter Enck completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Enck's responses.
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- I’m running because our democracy is under threat from our current administration in Washington. They are our constitution, undermining national security, and treating our community members inhumanely. Checks and balances are falling apart. I want to be a part of stopping the harm and rescuing democracy.
- I’m running because I want to find common ground. I believe most of us want the same things. We just have different ideas on how to get there. So let’s talk. Let’s listen. Let’s offer respect and dignity to everyone. And let’s find out what we have in common, as neighbors.
- I’m running for the common good of regular Americans. This means policies that make life affordable for working people, families, elders, children, and the most vulnerable in our communities. This means making large corporations and billionaires pay their fair share so small businesses and family farms can thrive. The staggering wealth inequality in our country is a choice. I want to make better choices.
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Campaign website
Enck's campaign website stated the following:
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Health Care That Puts People First Gretel has seen what happens when families cannot access the care they need, whether it is because services are underfunded, hospitals are stretched thin, or politicians put ideology ahead of people. Across rural and underserved communities, too many residents face long drives, high costs, and limited options just to see a doctor. Small Businesses and Farmers Gretel understands that small businesses and family farms are the backbone of local economies across Texas and the country. In many communities, local entrepreneurs, ranchers, and growers keep the economy moving, create jobs, and preserve the character and culture of their regions. Too often they are overlooked while large corporations receive the benefits and attention. Building a Strong and Fair Economy Gretel believes every community deserves an economy that works for working people, not just for the wealthy or well-connected. She has seen how years of underinvestment, rising costs, and political gridlock have made it harder for families to get ahead. Too many people are working multiple jobs, struggling with housing costs, and facing barriers to stable, good-paying work. Comprehensive Immigration Reform and Protecting DACA Gretel believes our immigration system should reflect fairness, dignity, and the values that define our nation. For too long, Congress has failed to act, leaving families in uncertainty and communities without the stability they deserve. Gretel knows that immigrants strengthen Texas. Protecting Public Lands and Environmental Stewardship Gretel spent 25 years safeguarding America’s most treasured landscapes, from deserts to coastlines to mountain parks. She saw firsthand how weakened protections, political interference, and underfunding threaten the places people rely on for clean air, clean water, recreation, and cultural heritage |
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| —Gretel Marysdatter Enck's campaign website (2026)[3] | ||
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Gretel for Congress, "Meet Gretel," accessed February 13, 2026
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Gretel Marysdatter Enck's campaign website, “Issues,” accessed February 13, 2026
