Candidate
Barry Wernick
RepublicanAttorney, mediator and arbitrator
Barry Wernick is a Dallas attorney, mediator and arbitrator who has served as a precinct chair and election judge1. He lost the 2024 Republican primary for Texas House District 108 by 523 votes and requested a hand recount, which did not change the result2. He is the Republican nominee for Dallas County Commissioner, District 22.
Where they stand 1 issues · tap any issue for the evidence
Property taxesHold them about steadylow
Said · low confidence- His campaign home page says of the county tax increase "We can't afford it" and urges a No vote on Prop A, the county tax measure on the November ballot. (2026) source
- Told The Dallas Express he criticized the August 2026 county tax increase and argued residents are already struggling with rising costs. (2026-09-06) source
- His site says property taxes and county spending need responsible budgeting that eliminates unnecessary waste and explores every opportunity to provide relief where possible. (2026) source
No public position found on: Immigration, AI data centers, Policing and crime, Election rules, Judges, Redistricting, Death penalty.
Record
- Ran in the 2024 Republican primary for Texas House District 108 and lost by 523 votes; requested a hand recount that found a 15-ballot difference and did not change the outcome2.
- Listed on the Texas Secretary of State's certified list for the November 3, 2026 general election as a candidate for County Commissioner, Precinct 2, Dallas County4.
Last reviewed 2026-10-06. Spotted something wrong? Every claim links to its source so you can check it yourself.
Sources (4)
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- About BarryWernick for Texas (campaign site)
- Barry Wernick Targets Tax Increase, Pledges Forensic Audit In Bid To Flip Dallas County Seat (Sep 6, 2026)The Dallas Express (via Yahoo News)
- Barry Wernick for Dallas County Commissioner (home page)Wernick for Texas (campaign site)
- Candidate Information: 2026 November General Election, qualified candidates (Dallas County block, certification of Aug 28, 2026)Texas Secretary of State