Gisela D. Triana
Democrat | Texas
Candidate Profile*
Activist
BIOGRAPHY
EDUCATION
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WORK & MILITARY
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AFFILIATIONS
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POLITICAL OFFICES HELD
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POLITICAL OFFICES SOUGHT
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ENDORSEMENTS*
LIBERAL (11)
Texas AFL-CIO
*Harris County Tejano Democrats
*Texas Coalition of Black Democrats
McKinney Area Democratic Club MADC
Tarrant County Democratic Party
SELECTED CONTRIBUTIONS
LIBERAL
GIVEN BY CANDIDATE (28)
Gisela Triana (2026)
Local, County, District Democratic Organizations (2026)
Capital Area Progressive Democrats (2025)
University Democrats (2025)
American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (2023)
RECEIVED BY CANDIDATE (22)
Gisela Triana (2026)
Local, County, District Democratic Organizations (2026)
Communication Workers of America (2021)
American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (2020)
Democrat Women Organizations (2020)
OTHER INFORMATION
In a 2020 Facebook post Gisela Triane shared a screenshot of a video conversation with Dr. Anthony Fauci regarding the impact of COVID-19 on the Latino community. She wrote, “Had such an insightful conversation with Dr. Anthony Fauci yesterday about the impact of COVID-19 on our Latino community. Mil gracias to TAMACC for hosting this wonderfully informative event. Listen to Dr. Fauci and remember to wear masks, socially distance, and wash your hands for 20 seconds. Let’s take care of each other, mi gente!”
In a 2018 League of Women Voters questionnaire, Gisela Triane identified her judicial priority as “adherence to the Constitution, the rule of law and its principles.” She emphasized fairness and impartiality, stating that “popular opinion should not dictate or influence the administration of justice. A Judge must listen with an open mind and rule with an even hand.”
QUESTIONNAIRE
RIGHT TO LIFE
Was Dobbs v. Jackson rightly decided according to the text of the Constitution? Please explain. (Holding: In Dobbs, the U.S. Supreme Court held that the federal constitution does not confer a right to abortion.)
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Does the federal Constitution support the right to physician assisted suicide? Please explain in light of Washington v. Glucksberg (1997).
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Human life deserves legal protection from conception until natural death.
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How do you view the judiciary’s role in matters of abortion regulation following Dobbs?
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RELIGIOUS LIBERTY
Do you believe religious liberty is at risk in the United States. If so, what is the judiciary's proper role in addressing this issue?
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Does the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment require government to be strictly secular or does it allow for the nation's religious heritage?
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Was Masterpiece Cakeshop, Ltd. v. Colorado Civil Rights Commission rightly decided according to the text of the Constitution? Please explain. (Holding: The U.S. Supreme Court held tha the state may not show religious hostility when enforcing anti-discrimination laws against a business owner.)
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VALUES
Briefly describe your spiritual beliefs and values.
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What is your understanding of parental rights under the Constitution regarding the upbringing of children, particularly regarding choices about education and sexual identity?
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Is gender identity a protected class under the Constitution? Please explain the constitutional basis for your view.
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ABOUT YOU
Have you ever been convicted of a felony? If so, please explain.
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Have you ever been penalized for sexual misconduct in either civil or criminal court? If so, please explain.
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I voted in these primaries and general elections:
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JUDICIAL PHILOSOPHY
Describe your judicial philosophy.
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Do you believe judges should primarily apply the law according to its original public meaning, or do you believe the law evolves over time to reflect contemporary values?
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Which current or past U.S. Supreme Court justice best reflects your judicial philosophy?
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Was Obergefell v. Hodges rightly decided according to the text of the Constitution? Please explain. (Holding: The U.S. Supreme Court held Due Process and Equal Protection Clauses create a right for same-sex couples to marry.)
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A. How should a judge approach a case where the constitutional or statutory text is clear on its face? B. Conversely, how should a judge proceed when the text is ambiguous or silent on a disputed issue?
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What is your view of judicial restraint versus judicial activism? How do you define each?
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What is the proper role of a judge?
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When applying or interpreting the text of a statute or constitutional provision, is it ever proper for a judge to consider present day public opinion or consequences?
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If precedent departs from the Constitution’s text or original meaning, should a judge follow it or correct the error? Please explain.
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2ND AMENDMENT
What is your understanding of the Second Amendment’s right to keep and bear arms?
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OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES
Which branch of government do you believe was intended to wield the most authority?
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