I want to serve Senate District 15 and fight year-round for smart, compassionate policy to improve public safety and public health. I’m Molly Cook, and I’m running for Texas Senate, District 15.  

Special Election: May 4, 2024

Early voting: April 22-30, 2024
Deadline to apply for a ballot by mail: April 23, 2024

Molly Cook, RN

Democrat for Texas Senate District 15

Molly Cook, a Democrat who ran for state Sen. District 15 in 2022, filed on Saturday to run for the position again. District 15 could become an open seat if state Sen. John Whitmire wins the Houston mayoral runoff on Dec. 9. Whitmire defeated Cook last year, though the primary challenger took 42% of the vote, giving Whitmire his narrowest margin of victory since the early 1990s.

Molly is an ER nurse, community organizer, and advocate for a more sustainable Texas.

Molly has watched her patients suffer and die because industry polluters are unchecked, our road designs are unsafe, and our state government lacks compassion for those who need it the most. Because of bad policy, people die.

It’s time for a bold leader willing to do whatever it takes to fix critical infrastructure to keep your heat on, get you the healthcare you deserve, and transport you safely to and from work. We need someone who isn’t afraid of a fight and isn’t distracted by corporate donors or their next office.

Molly believes in:

These are the three most important issues of Molly’s campaign. Read here, or click the button below to see her full platform!

  • Under the current set of laws, wealthier Texans and white Texans are the only people with access to safe abortions, and even then, they only get access if they leave the state. All Texans should be able to consider every option regardless of their income or neighborhood. Abortions should be covered by insurance.

    Molly is committed to fighting for incremental and revolutionary change to policies concerning abortions, bodily autonomy, and reproductive healthcare. Read more here.

  • For years, Molly has been fighting TxDOT’s planned widening of I-45 and the subsequent destruction of homes, green spaces, small businesses, faith homes, and history. Read more here.

  • Free, high-quality public education is the bedrock of a healthy, Democratic society. It is also a primary, constitutional requirement of the Texas state government. Every child should have access to excellent school regardless of the income of their parents or the neighborhood they live in. Read more here.

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2024 Endorsements

I’m proud to have earned the endorsement of organizations, people, and precinct chairs across Harris County and Texas. All Texans deserve a candidate who will fight for legislation that improves their quality of life.

Senate District 15’s neighborhoods are diverse and need an attentive State Senator focused on their needs.

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Grassroots campaigns are by and for the people. Whether you live in District 15 or somewhere else, we are building a volunteer-base of people who are hungry for change. Get involved and help make change that will improve the future of not only of District 15, but all of Texas.

Our campaign is all-inclusive, regardless of experience, age, or abilities. There is a spot for you to make a difference.

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