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Richard Davis served in the U.S. Army from 1971 to 1984. He earned a bachelor's degree from Sam Houston State University in 1971 and a bachelor's degree from Cameron University in 1983. His career experience includes working as a financial executive. | |||
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Latest revision as of 21:47, 8 January 2026
Richard Davis (Democratic Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Texas' 14th Congressional District. He is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on March 3, 2026.[source]
Davis completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Richard Davis served in the U.S. Army from 1971 to 1984. He earned a bachelor's degree from Sam Houston State University in 1971 and a bachelor's degree from Cameron University in 1983. His career experience includes working as a financial executive. [1]
Elections
2026
See also: Texas' 14th Congressional District election, 2026
General election
The primary will occur on March 3, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.
Democratic primary
Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 14
Thurman Bill Bartie (D), Richard Davis (D), and Konstantinos Vogiatzis (D) are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Texas District 14 on March 3, 2026.
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Robert Thomas (D)
Republican primary
Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 14
Incumbent Randy Weber (R) and Jessica Forgy (R) are running in the Republican primary for U.S. House Texas District 14 on March 3, 2026.
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Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Richard Davis completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Davis' responses.
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I subsequently attended Sam Houston State University and graduated in May of1971 with a BBA in Business. I also received a commission, in the US Army as an Infantry Officer. Later that month I married the love of my life Beth Kidd. After my Infantry Officer training I returned to civilian life as a reserve officer and moved to Houston where I was employed by a subsidiary of the Gordons Jewellery Company. I had asked to remain on active duty after my Infantry training and upon application was recalled to active duty as an Artillery Officer.
I served tours of duty in Germany, Turkey and the US.- Families across the 14th District are feeling squeezed by rising costs – at the grocery store, at the gas pump, and in housing. I understand that reality because I’ve lived it as a small business owner and a taxpayer. We need to get serious about cost-of-living relief by focusing on the fundamentals: lowering energy costs, supporting affordable childcare, and ensuring working families can keep more of what they earn.The current administration is
- As a tax professional and small business owner, I understand that fiscal responsibility isn’t about slogans – it’s about results. I’ll fight for a fair tax code that asks corporations and the ultra-wealthy to pay their share while protecting middle-class families, veterans, and small businesses. Washington must learn to spend wisely, not wastefully, and prioritize investments that actually strengthen communities. Balancing the budget doesn’t mean cutting vital programs like Social Security or Medicare—it means eliminating inefficiency, fraud, and giveaways to special interests. I’ll bring a practical, accountant’s eye to Congress,
- The right to vote is sacred – it’s what makes our democracy work. I will stand against any effort to suppress voting or weaken public confidence in elections. That means restoring the Voting Rights Act, making Election Day more accessible, and ensuring secure, transparent ballot systems. Texans of every party deserve to know their voices are heard and their votes are counted. We must also address the growing influence of money in politics and gerrymandering that silences communities. I’ll support redistricting reform and campaign finance transparency so voters—not special interests – decide elections. Democracy thrives when everyone, regardless of zip code or political label, can fully participate in shaping their future.
In Southeast Texas, we depend on immigrant labor in construction, agriculture, and our ports. These workers deserve fair treatment and clear rules – not fear and exploitation. I’ll work for bipartisan reform that secures our borders, respects human dignity, and supports the industries that keep our district moving forward.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on January 7, 2026
