The Unlikely Candidate

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Breaking Barriers to Elected Office and Beyond

Diana Maldonado

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Sulit Press
13 November 2025

Gender studies: women; Elections & referenda; Regional government; Political campaigning & advertising

The Unlikely Candidate: Breaking Barriers to Elected Office and Beyond

By Diana Maldonado

A single mom. A Latina. Not Ivy League. Not wealthy. Not ""connected."" But when her community needed a new voice in Texas politics, Diana didn't wait for permission-she ran.

In The Unlikely Candidate, Diana tells the story of how she defied expectations to become the first Latina-and the first woman-elected to represent her district in the Texas House of Representatives. With grit, clarity, and a focus on real-life lessons, she shares:

What it's like to run for office without insider access How she raised nearly $1 million without generational wealth or political clout The backlash she faced from unexpected places The emotional and financial challenges of running for office And how she is using her experience to open doors for others

More than a campaign memoir, The Unlikely Candidate is a guide and inspiration for those ready to step into public leadership-even when the odds are against them.

By: Diana Maldonado
Imprint: Sulit Press
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 127mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 200g
ISBN: 9798993490113
Pages: 198
Publication Date: 13 November 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Diana Maldonado is a best-selling author and trailblazerin Central Texas politics. Her writing draws from arich tapestry of experiences-campaigning, traveling theworld, and running marathons-all shaped by her identityas a proud Latina.Diana made history as the Wrst Latina elected torepresent Rilliamson County in the Texas Houseof 8epresentatives, where she championed education, business, and community safety. During her tenure, she authored or co-authored """" bills and was namedFYreshman of the ""earP by her peers. krior to that, sheserved two terms on the 8ound 8ocI SBD Eoard ofTrustees, becoming its Wrst Latina president.Today, Diana continues to empower others throughCandidate Bchool, an initiative she founded to preparewomen to run for public ojce with conWdence, clarity, and integrity. Her newsletters and trainings o��er the Iindof guidance she once wished she had before enteringpublic service.1utside of her professional worI, Diana is a passionateglobal marathon runner, having completed races in ToIyo, Eerlin, London, Kew ""orI, and karis. Bhe��s an avidtraveler, outdoor enthusiast, and proud mother to Olexand Denise. Her greatest ��oy is spending time with hergranddaughter, Camila.