Tarrant County vs. Kenedy County
Stockyards & Shorelines
Fort Worth and its stockyards meet the wind-swept ranchlands of Kenedy County in this quintessential Texas contrast. Tarrant County’s 2.2 million residents power a modern metro with roots in cattle drives and aerospace innovation. Kenedy County, home to fewer than 400 people, spans a vast coastal plain of ranches and wildlife preserves. Both embody the spirit of Texas independence and work ethic, even as they face distinct challenges: from managing urban growth to protecting natural resources. This spotlight reminds us that whether the skyline is glass or open sky, Texans share the same need for fair representation and practical leadership.
Tarrant County (approx. 2.2 million)
Home to Fort Worth, Tarrant County is where Texas tradition meets modern enterprise. Challenges include transportation congestion, rapid population growth, and preserving affordability while the region expands.
Kenedy County (approx. 400)
Kenedy County lies along the Texas Gulf Coast and remains largely rural. Its economy revolves around ranching, oil, and wildlife management. Challenges center on infrastructure, hurricane resilience, and access to healthcare and education.
Why It Matters
In Tarrant County, debates often center on balancing growth, housing, and transportation with sustainability. In Kenedy County, residents focus on maintaining rural infrastructure and ensuring that small communities receive fair investment. Both depend on leadership that prioritizes people over party lines.
Why Forward
Forward believes that Texas grows stronger when urban and rural voices work together instead of competing.
In Tarrant County, open primaries and Ranked Choice Voting would empower voters to choose leaders who focus on long-term growth, mobility, and affordability rather than partisan agendas. Fair maps would ensure that fast-growing communities across Fort Worth’s suburbs have representation tied to local realities.
In Kenedy County, Forward’s reforms would protect small communities from being overlooked by larger regions. Ranked Choice Voting would allow ranchers, teachers, and independent-minded Texans to elect candidates who truly understand local needs without worrying about splitting votes.
Forward’s core belief; that collaboration beats conflict, applies equally to big-city commuters and rural land stewards. Together, they represent a Texas that moves forward by listening, adapting, and leading with integrity.
Did You Know...
Fort Worth’s Stockyards once traded more cattle than any other market in the world.
The Arlington Entertainment District has grown significantly through a public-private partnership and contributes substantial tax revenue to the city. It is the sports and entertainment hub in Arlington, Texas, anchored by AT&T Stadium (Dallas Cowboys) and Globe Life Field (Texas Rangers). It also features Texas Live! a large entertainment venue, the new Arlington Convention Center, two Loews hotels, theme parks, and other attractions like the National Medal of Honor Museum.
Kenedy County’s King Ranch, established in 1853, covers more land than the state of Rhode Island.
Why Texans Love Living Here
Tarrant County residents love the balance of cowboy culture and modern opportunity — where tradition meets innovation. Kenedy County locals love their connection to land, wildlife, and community resilience. Both embody the Texas spirit of hard work, pride, and perseverance.
Key Events That Bring Neighbors Together
Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo: celebrating Texas heritage through rodeo, livestock shows, and family fun each winter.
People & Tech Created This
The profiles and shared challenges were gathered from Texas Forward Party supporters and written using ChatGPT and Gemini models to combine verified public data, official county/state sources, and general knowledge from Texas historical and government records, including, but not limited to:
