As early voting continues, more than 2,000 churches across Texas have committed to participating in a statewide effort to encourage voter turnout during the 2026 midterm elections, according to organizers.
The initiative, called “Black Out Sunday,” encourages eligible voters to research candidates and issues, make a voting plan and help others get to the polls on Sunday, Oct. 25.
Organized by the African American Pastors Coalition of North Texas through its IMPACT TEXAS 2026 initiative, the effort has surpassed its original goal of recruiting 1,000 churches, according to the coalition…