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About Robert Vargas III

Robert Vargas III is a fourth generation Texan and San Antonio native whose deep faith and working class roots as the son and grandson of migrant farmworkers have shaped a lifelong commitment to public service and social justice.

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For nearly two decades, Robert has been a trusted political strategist and public affairs consultant with a proven track record in campaign management, strategic communications, grassroots organizing, and government relations. He has advised elected officials, business leaders, and nonprofit organizations across Texas, helping them build winning coalitions and deliver measurable results. His work is defined by a disciplined, results driven approach and a focus on equipping leaders with the relationships, resources, and strategy necessary to succeed.

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Robert is the host of the local radio show Plática Política, where he engages audiences on the issues shaping Texas politics and public policy.

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Robert Vargas III with Judge Del Prado

A respected leader within Democratic politics, Robert has been a consistent advocate for criminal justice reform, voter education, and expanded civic participation. His leadership and political acumen have earned the confidence of his peers, leading to his election twice as Committeeman for Senate District 26 on the State Democratic Executive Committee. In 2024, he was elected President of the Texas Stonewall Democrats, the LGBTQ plus caucus of the Texas Democratic Party.

 

Robert has held senior roles with some of Bexar County’s most prominent leaders, including Sheriff Javier Salazar, Judge Mary Lou Alvarez, District Attorney Joe Gonzales, former Bexar County Democratic Chair Monica Ramirez Alcántara, and State Representative Ray Lopez. He previously served as Intergovernmental Affairs and Constituent Services Liaison for the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, where he worked at the intersection of policy, community engagement, and public safety.

In 2021, Robert was recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award from the San Antonio LGBT Chamber of Commerce, an organization he helped establish, in recognition of his leadership and enduring impact.

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He is the founder of RV3 Strategies, where he continues to advise clients across the political, nonprofit, and business sectors, delivering strategic counsel and building campaigns and initiatives that produce results.

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Robert lives and works in San Antonio, Texas, where he remains deeply engaged in advancing public service, political strategy, and community leadership.

CURRENT INVOLVEMENT​​​

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  • National Federation of Stonewall Democrats - Founder & Clerk of the Board of Governors

  • Texas Stonewall Democrats - President

  • Texas Democratic Party Disciplinary Committee - Chairman

  • Democracy: A Contact Sport - Author

  • RV3 Strategies - Principal

  • Plática Poltiica - Radio Show Host

Robert Vargas III is a member of

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Stonewall Democrats Of San Antoni

FORMER AFFILIATIONS​​​​

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Political and Campaign Roles

  • Political Advisor, Judge Mary Lou Alvarez, 2018, 2022, 2026

  • Political Advisor, Alicia Perez for Judge, 2026

  • Political Advisor Shanon Roberta Salmon For Judge, 2026

  • Campaign Manager, Javier Salazar for Bexar County Sheriff, 2016, 2020, 2024

  • Senior Advisor, Bexar County Coordinated Campaign, 2018, 2020, 2022, 2024

  • Campaign Manager, Chairwoman Monica Ramirez Alcántara, Bexar County Democratic Party, 2018, 2020, 2022, 2024

  • Campaign Manager, Constable Leticia Rodriguez Vazquez Campaign, 2020, 2024

  • Campaign Manager, Joe Gonzales for Bexar County Criminal District Attorney Primary, 2018

  • Political Advisor, Pete Gallego for Texas State Senate District 19, 2018

  • Political Advisor, Frank Ramirez for Texas House District 118 Special Election

  • Parliamentarian, Bexar County Democratic Party, 2017–2025​​

  • Senior Advisor to Tommy Calvert, Candidate for Bexar County Commissioner, Precinct 4, 2014

 

Party Leadership and Convention Roles

  • State Democratic Executive Committee Member, 2018 - 2022

  • Resolutions Committee Member, State Democratic Executive Committee, Texas Democratic Party

  • Rules Committee Chair, Congressional District 35 County Convention, 2024

  • Co-Chair, Senate District 26 County Convention, 2020

  • Co-Chair, Texas Senate District 26 Senatorial District Convention, 2022

  • Affirmative Action Committee Member, Delegate Selection Committee, 2020 Democratic National Convention

  • Member, Texas Democratic Party Convention Committee, 2018, 2020

  • Member, Texas Democratic Party Communications Committee, 2018, 2020

  • Member, Bexar County Young Democrats

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Government and Legislative Roles

  • Policy Advisor, State Representative Ray Lopez, Texas House District 125, 87th Legislative Session

  • Intergovernmental Affairs and Constituent Services Liaison, Bexar County Sheriff’s Office

  • Constituent Liaison and Advisor, Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar

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Labor and Advocacy Organizations

  • Executive Board Member, Labor Council for Latin American Advancement, San Antonio Chapter

  • Executive Board Member, San Antonio AFL-CIO Central Labor Council

  • Board Member, Stonewall Democrats of San Antonio

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Civic and Community Leadership

  • Commissioner, San Antonio Fiesta Commission

  • Member, Fiesta Commission Membership Committee

  • Marketing Committee Member, San Antonio Fiesta Commission

  • Community Relations Committee Member, San Antonio Fiesta Commission

  • Board Member, San Antonio Film Institute

  • Board Member, B.E.A.T. AIDS

  • Co-Founder and Former Board Member, San Antonio LGBT Chamber of Commerce

  • Vice Chairman, Young Executives Society of San Antonio

  • Padrino to Richard Ojeda, Rey Feo LXIV

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Transition and Advisory Roles

  • Member, 2018 Transition Team for Chairwoman-Elect Monica Alcántara

  • Member, 2026 Transition Team Sheriff-Elect Javier Salazar

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