Democrat Johnny Garcia, left, and Republican Carlos De La Cruz will face off in November for Texas' 35th Congressional District.

Credit: Courtesy Photos SAN ANTONIO - As canvassers gathered near a golf course on San Antonio's Southside, armed with bilingual campaign literature and a willingness to brave the September Texas heat, Carlos De La Cruz clarified the stakes for his campaign volunteers.

"God willing, we will maintain the House majority this year," the Republican congressional nominee said.