Texas Muslims Push Local Voter Drives Amid Perceived Stigma

Texas Muslim voters say rising Islamophobia and state policies they view as stigmatizing their community make local races consequential, even without a Muslim candidate on a statewide ballot. Voters describe prejudice affecting children and everyday life, while community leaders are expanding registration drives to encourage turnout and ensure politicians account for Muslim residents. Organizers say the effort is nonpartisan and urges people to vote according to their conscience.