Women's History Month 2024 Edition of Houston Business Connections Newspaper

“PLATINUM SPONSOR.”

“On behalf of Aubrey R. Taylor Communications, the publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper we would like to thank Judge Jeralynn Manor, the presiding judge for the 80th Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas for finding value in our mission to inform and empower our nonpartisan readership.” AUBREYR. TAYLOR , PUBLISHER/INVESTIGATIVEREPORTER

PUTTING MY EXPERIENCE TO WORK

JJeralynn Manor was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana Her mother was a nurse, and her father a career officer with the New Orleans Police Department. There he set the bar high for his daughter He attained numerous awards and accommodations, including various achievements, such as becoming the first African American counter-sniper for the SWAT department and the first African American diver on the dive team Manor ’s hard work and high goal standards are certainly founded in her bloodline Manor ’s “service to all mankind” mantra and dedication to her craft is evidenced in her career achievements Manor studied philosophy at Xavier University in New Orleans before finishing her undergraduate studies in Administration of Justice at Texas Southern University She went on to Thurgood Marshall School of Law, where she earned the American Juris Prudence Award in Bankruptcy under the tutelage of the Honorable Justice Manual Leal of the Southern District of Texas Bankruptcy Court and won 1st place in the Mock Trial competition In 2001 Manor earned her Juris Doctorate and became a licensed attorney by the Texas Supreme Court In her 20 years of practicing law, Attorney Manor has worked in several areas She concentrated her early career as a fee attorney for 3 major title companies Throughout her fee attorney and escrow practice, Manor closed and played an integral role in helping thousands of Texas to achieve home ownership Judge Manor resides in Houston, where she raises her children and continues serving the community on and off the bench

I’m asking for you to vote

Thank you for supporting Judge Jeralynn Manor's Re-Election Campaign for the Harris County 80th Civil District Court.

A WOMAN ON THE MOVE

Rober ts Markland LLP Welcomes Former United States District Judge Vanessa D. Gilmore to their Growing Team

HHOUSTON, TEXAS -- Roberts Markland

LLP, a leading law firm renowned for its commitment to legal excellence and community engagement, proudly announces the addition of former United States District Judge Vanessa D Gilmore to its talented team Judge Gilmore's decision to join the firm signifies an alignment of values, expertise, and a shared commitment to serving the Houston community

"Judge Gilmore joining Roberts Markland is a significant milestone for our firm," said Sean Roberts, Partner at Roberts Markland "With her deep understanding of the law, extensive knowledge of Houston, and exceptional skills in handling sensitive and high-profile cases, Judge Gilmore brings immense value for the firm's clients and the community at large Throughout her career, she has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to justice, promoting diversity, and driving positive change in our communities "

“Judge Gilmore's decision to join the firm signifies an alignment of values and a shared commitment to the community ”

With a distinguished career spanning over four decades, Judge Gilmore has permanently impacted the legal profession Her extensive background as a federal judge, accomplished attorney, sought-after speaker, author and mediator has earned her a respected reputation in both the legal profession and the community In 1994,

when Judge Gilmore was sworn in, she became the youngest sitting federal judge in the nation She was nominated by President Bill Clinton in 1994 and became the first University of Houston graduate to be appointed to the federal bench

"Judge Gilmore's wisdom and unwavering dedication to fairness make her an invaluable asset to our firm as we continue to pursue justice on behalf of our clients many of whom can not speak for themselves," said Clive Markland, Partner at Roberts Markland

Judge Gilmore's decision to join Roberts Markland is a testament to the firm's stellar reputation and commitment to making a difference The firm offers Judge Gilmore a powerful platform to continue her passion for achieving impactful changes as the firm pursues justice for its clients against some of the largest companies in the world Beyond her involvement in legal proceedings, Judge Gilmore will actively participate in community initiatives championed by the firm Roberts Markland has become known for charitable and philanthropic efforts supporting the arts, community revitalization, education and mental health advocacy

Judge Gilmore currently serves on the boards of the DePelchin Children's Center, Texas Children's Hospital, the Kinder Institute for Urban Research and the Houston Equity Fund She is a member of the MD Anderson Cancer Center board of visitors and serves on the Contemporary Arts Committee at the Museum of Fine Arts, Hous-

ton Additionally, Judge Gilmore works as a mediator/arbitrator

This strategic union of legal professionals will strengthen the firm's business capabilities and magnify its impact on the city of Houston broadly By combining Judge Gilmore's incomparable insight with Roberts Markland's excellence in legal representation and community engagement, the firm aims to make a palpable difference in the lives of those in the greater Houston community

For more information, visit www.robertsmarkland.com.

About Rober ts Markland LLP:

Roberts Markland LLP is a Houston-based law firm specializing in catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases, as well as business disputes The firm's lawyers are all experienced trial lawyers that are committed to winning cases for their clients and ensuring they receive monetary compensation for harms caused by wrongdoers The firm handles a wide range of practice areas, including transportation accidents, workplace injuries, explosions, product liability (defective products and pharmaceuticals, medical malpractice involving birth-related injuries and unscrupulous business practices The firm's lawyers have a track record of successful verdicts and settlements totaling $1 billion over their careers

SOURCE Roberts Markland LLP

“CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH.”

Judge Gilmore currently serves on the boards of the DePelchin Children's Center, Texas Children's Hospital, the Kinder Institute for Urban Research and the Houston Equity Fund She is a member of the MD Anderson Cancer Center board of visitors and serves on the Contemporary Arts Committee at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston Additionally, Judge Gilmore works as a

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WOMAN ON THE MOVE

The inauguration ceremony for Dr. Tomikia P. LeGrande was held on March 22, 2024.

TTomikia P LeGrande, Ed D , became the ninth president of Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) on June 1, 2023 Her career in higher education is marked by successive leadership roles and professional achievements

Before joining PVAMU, Dr LeGrande served as vice president for strategy, enrollment management and student success at Virginia Commonwealth University, where she led the development and implementation of the university’s strategic plan, priorities, and goals to influence national prominence, strategic partnerships, and student access and success Other senior level leadership roles prior to VCU include vice president for student affairs and enrollment management at the University of Houston-Downtown, and associate vice chancellor for enrollment management at Winston-Salem State University

Throughout her career, Dr LeGrande’s focus has been on advancing equity, accessibility, and affordability in higher education She works to create and sustain engaging and supportive cultures for faculty, staff and students resulting in positive institutional outcomes She has been prolific in securing resources to support innovation and accelerate progress In all of her career endeavors, Dr LeGrande has created “cultures of care” utilizing her expertise in strategic planning, new technology implementation, change management, and policy and business process redesign With a personalized approach, she engages at all levels of an organization-- forming, deploying and managing cross-organizational teams that find solutions to impediments that may impact university progress

The art of leadership is Dr LeGrande’s passion She creates challenging yet supportive environments that embolden the pursuit of wide-ranging and future-focused goals She embraces developing and cultivating leadership at all levels of an organization and has documented success in procuring funds to support programmatic expansion and change

As a two-time graduate of HBCUs, and having earned a doctorate in higher education leadership, Dr LeGrande understands the transformative power of education in helping students dismantle class, social, and cultural barriers She believes that centered and effective leadership in higher education can amplify and accelerate the social mobility of all students, but especially

of those from communities have been underserved and underrepresented

At the national level, Dr LeGrande is actively engaged in issues of access, parity, higher education policy and leadership development She is a sought-after thought leader, and a regular presenter and facilitato on the topics of enrollment management, educational e uity and student success She testified before the U S House of Representatives Committee on Education and Labor in 2019 during a hearing on “In-

on to Improve Equity: ploring High-Quality Pathways to a College Degree ” She was also the recipient of the Governor ’s “Champion for Change Award” for the Commonwealth of Virginia in 2021

A native of Savannah, GA, Dr eGrande earned a B S emistry from Savannah State University, M S in chemistry from North Carolina A&T State University, and an Ed D from Texas Tech University

STATE REP RON E REYNOLDS: “Today I'm honored to bring greetings on behalf of Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee at the Inauguration of Dr Tomikia Pickett LeGrande, 9th President of Prairie View A&M University Congrats Dr LeGrande on becoming the 2nd female President of PV Best wishes for continued success on behalf of the students, faculty, staff and alums!”

“CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH.”

Tomikia P LeGrande, Ed D , became the ninth president of Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) on June 1, 2023 Her career in higher education is marked by successive leadership roles and professional achievements

Meet Former State District Cour t Judge Maria T. Jackson

JJudge Maria T Jackson has experience in the legal field of over 30 years that has championed justice and rehabilitation to build strong, productive and safe communities for everyone Judge Jackson served in the 339th State District Court in Houston, Harris County, Texas for 18 years and has extensive experience as a public policy shaper and mediator for the public community and private sectors Judge Jackson has presided over 80,000 cases as a Prosecutor and through so acquired a keen set of problem solving techniques and strategies that aid and assist her in mediation and arbitration today

Judge Jackson was chosen as one of 24 judges from across the country to represent Texas at the National Computer Forensics Institute (NCFI) The NCFI is a partnership between the United States Secret Service, Department of Homeland Security, the Alabama District Attorney’s Association and the National Judicial College She also served by appointment of the Chief Justice of The Supreme Court as the Presiding Judge in Cameron County, Texas Judge Jackson was named “Best Criminal Court Judge of 2011” by the Houston Press, making her the first African American in Harris County to be so honored She has been voted Top Judge and won the People’s Choice Award in 2012 and 2013 by d-mars com

Judge Jackson was also honored by the Houston Sun in 2013 as a “Woman of Power and Purpose ” and served as a trainer and instructor for the Texas Municipal Courts Education Center Judge Jackson has also been recognized in the Mayor ’s Spotlight, making her the first judge to be acknowledged in the City of Houston’s employee newspaper

Maria Jackson’s service to the community has led many organizations to recognize her as an asset to the public as well as businesses in the private sector Judge Jackson can assist in a wide variety of mediations stemming from civil disputes involving small businesses and complex corporate matters, all the way to real estate and medical malpractice claims

On Tuesday, November 4, 2008, Judge Maria T Jackson won the 339th Criminal District Court bench, in Harris County, TX

On Tuesday, November 6, 2012, Judge Maria T Jackson soundly defeated her Republican Party challenger Brad Hart, while running for reelection to the 339th Criminal District Court Bench in Harris County, Texas

On Tuesday, November 8, 2016, Judge Maria T Jackson soundly defeated her Republican Party challenger Mary McFaden, while running for reelection to the 339th Criminal District Court bench in Harris County

On Tuesday, November 6, 2018, Judge Maria T Jackson ran for Presiding Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals,and dominated Justice Sharon Keller in Harris County by more than 100,000 votes, but came up short in her quest for higher office However, in a show of her powerful “NAME ID” throughout the state of Texas, Judge Maria T Jackson received 3,734,179 votes

As a side note, Judge Maria T Jackson did not have to give up her 339th Criminal District Court bench to run for the position of Presiding Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, back on November 6, 2018

On Tuesday, March 3, 2020, Judge Maria T Jackson stepped down from her position as the Presiding Judge, for the 339th Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas to challenge Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, in the race for Precinct One Commissioner

To date, it is still difficult to understand how Harris Commissioner Rodney Ellis managed to receive 9,104, absentee mail ballots, and a powerful Black female judge like Maria T Jackson only received 1,989 absentee mail ballots, for a combined total of 11,093 absentee mail ballots which accounted for nearly half the total amount of absentee mail ballots that were cast in the Democratic Party Primary for the entire county

HON. MARIA T. JACKSON

Judge Jackson earned a B.A. in Political Science in 1987 from the University of Texas at Arlington (with honors) and a Doctor of Jurisprudence in 1998 from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law. She is also a certified mediator.

“CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH.”

Judge Jackson was chosen as one of 24 judges from across the country to represent Texas at the National Computer Forensics Institute (NCFI) The NCFI is a partnership between the United States Secret Service, Department of Homeland Security, the Alabama District Attorney’s Association and the National Judicial College She also served by appointment of the Chief Justice of The Supreme Court as the Presiding Judge in Cameron County, Texas

ALEX ANDRA DEL MORAL MEALER’S “THANK YOU” MESSAGE TO THE “MULTI-CITIES” MAYORS...

F“First, I would like to thank the “Multi-cities” mayors, who showed great confidence and trust in my ability to serve on the METRO board by their 12-1 vote yesterday I am honored to be able to represent their communities and believe that the health and success of METRO is critical to ensuring our region’s vibrant future

In the coming days, I plan to sit down with the leadership from the “Multi-

Cities” to make sure I understand how METRO can better deliver value to their residents As a representative of the 14 “Multi-cities”, I want to make sure that METRO is a good fiduciary of their investment, which will require strategic planning based on data, directly reflecting the unique characteristics of METRO’s challenging service area that is significantly more spread out (1,309-square-miles) and

less dense than service areas of similar population size (e g , only 20% of the City of Houston’s population inside the loop) I look forward to collaborating with METRO’S board of directors, led by Chair Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock, to tackle these challenges in order to ensure that our region has a best-in-class transit system that is fiscally responsible, safe and efficient ”

- ALEX ANDRA DEL MORAL MEALER

Alexandra del Moral Mealer and her family with Harris County Precinct 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey Commissioner Tom Ramsey, “I’d like to offer my congratulations to Alexandra del Moral Mealer on her overwhelming victory as the newest METRO Board member ”

“CELEBRATING

STATE REP. JOL ANDA JONES

AUBREY R TAYLOR REPORTS©

SState Rep Jolanda Jones (HD-147), has endorsed Charlene Ward Johnson over Angie Thibodeaux in the upcoming Tuesday, May 28, 2024, Democratic Party Primary “RUNOFF RACE” for House District 139, in Harris County, Texas

ENDORSEMENT ALERT: Houston (District B) City Councilwoman Tarsha Jackson has endorsed Angie Thibodeux over Charlene Ward Johnson in the upcoming,Tuesday, May

Democratic Party Primary race for State Representative for House District 139

CHARLENE AND HER CHILDREN

“CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH.”

STATE

REP. SHAWN THIERRY MADE THE DEMOCRATIC PART Y PRIMARY RUNOFF

AUBREY R TAYLOR REPORTS©

SState Rep Shawn Thierry (HD-146) has been forced into a Tuesday, May 28, 2024, Democratic Party Primary “RUNOFF RACE” for House District 146, in Harris County, Texas Democratic voters are strongly encouraged to vote for State Rep Shawn Thierry Back on March 5, 2024, State Rep Shawn Thierry beat her Democratic challenger in the “ABSENTEE BALLOT CATEGORY” and during “EARLY VOTING,” but more voters turned out for Lauren Ashley Simmons on Election Day

SHAWN AND HER DAUGHTER

WOMAN TO WATCH: Molly Cook trailed State Rep Jarvis Johnson (HD-139) heavily back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary race for State Senate District 15, to replace former State Senator John Whitmire Keep an eye on Molly Cook going forward

BROADNA X V.

DESIREE BROADNAX made her way into the upcoming Tuesday, May 28, 2024, Democratic Party Primary “RUNOFF ELECTION” by receiving 27,260 votes, for 17 49% of the vote Annette Ramirez, the “FRONT-RUNNER” received 63,325 votes, for 40 64% of the vote

ANNETTE RAMIREZ, a Hispanic female, faced off against (4) four African American, Desiree Broadnax, Danielle Keys Bess, Jerry Davis, and Claude Cummings Jr , back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary race for Harris County Tax Assessor-Collector/Voter Registrar Annette Ramirez received 63,325 votes, for 40 645 of the vote; Desiree Broadnax received 27,260 votes, for 17 49% of the vote; Danielle Keys Bess received 26,410 votes for 16 95% of the vote, and Claude Cummings III finished last with 14,818 votes, for 9 51% of the vote Since no candidate received a majority of the vote, Ramirez and Broadnax will face off in a runoff

“CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH.”

ENDORSEMENT

ENDORSEMENT

ENDORSEMENT ALERT: Houston (District B) City Councilwoman Tarsha Jackson (African American), has endorsed Annette Ramirez (Hispanic) over Desiree Broadnax (African American), in the upcoming Tuesday, May 28, 2024, Democratic Party Primary

ALERT

ALERT

Born and raised near downtown Houston, Gerardo “Jerry” Rodriguez, is a proud second-generation Mexican American who is family-centered and devoted to his community. Growing up from a humbling neighborhood, Jerry was faced with challenges that inspired him to seek out answers to the injustices of our society. After

searching for some time, Jerry found his calling If he wanted to see change in this society, he needed to be the change Jerry enrolled in the police academy at age 21 and has never looked back.

After graduating from Lamar High School, Jerry continued his educational journey at the University of Houston-Downtown where he earned his law enforcement certification and earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees in Criminal Justice Jerry has also dedicated himself to the safety of our community with a remarkable

18 years in law enforcement, nearly 17 of those years with Harris County Precinct 5

His dedication to fostering a more informed society led him to a fulfilling role as a criminal justice professor for Lone Star College Over the course of nine years, Jerry had the privilege of shaping the minds of aspiring criminal justice professionals, instilling in them the values of ethics, critical thinking, and effective problem-solving

Currently serving as a sergeant at Harris County Precinct 5, Jerry is ready to continue on with his path in helping his community by stepping forward as your choice for Harris County Constable Precinct 5 Let's stand with Jerry and together we can pave the way to a brighter, better

nity that we can call home

TEX AS SUPREME COURT

“GREATER OPPORTUNITY PARTY . ”

SUPREME COURT OF TEX AS

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Composed of the chief justice and eight justices, the Supreme Court of Texas is the court of last resort for civil matters in the state The Supreme Court is in Austin, immediately northwest of the state Capitol

Supreme Court justices are elected to staggered six-year terms in statewide elections.

When a vacancy arises the governor may appoint a Justice, subject to Senate confirmation, to serve the remainder of an unexpired term until

the next general election Justices must be at least 35 years old, a citizen of Texas, licensed to practice law in Texas and must have practiced law (or have been a lawyer and a judge of a court of record together) for at least ten years

TEXAS SUPREME COURT JUSTICES: Rebeca Aizpuru Huddle, Jeff Boyd, John Devine, Jimmy Blacklock, Jane Bland, Evan Young, Debra Lehrmann, Nathan Hecht, and Jeff Boyd

L ANA CENTONZE IS A RISING “GOP” STAR...

Early Suppor t for the GOP

AAfrican Americans were one group of Texans that would consistently support the Republican Party in Texas in their early years. In fact, throughout Reconstruction, African Americans comprised about 90% of GOP membership, and 44 African Americans served in the Texas legislature as Republicans according to: www.texasgop.org

The first-ever state Republican convention that met in Houston on July 4, 1867 was predominantly African American in composiion, with about 150 African American Texans attending, and 20 Anglos.

The second State GOP Chairman, Norris Wright Cuney, an African-American from Galveston who led the Republican Party from 1883 to 1897, is said by State historians to have held “the most important political position given to a black man of the South in the nineteenth century.”

LANA CENTONZE CANDIDATE FOR U.S. CONGRESS 18TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT

Lana Centonze handily defeated Aaron Ray Hermes back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Harris County Republican Party Primary race for United States Congress for the 18th Congressional District of Texas

ENDORSED

“GREATER OPPORTUNITY PARTY . ”

PAID

“CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH.”

“ M y j o u r n e y f r o m N i g e r i a t o Te x a s h a s g i v e n m e a unique perspective on the American Dream. The promise of the American Dream, however, is long gone I'll fight to ensure that EVERY Citizen of this Great Nation has a shot at success, no matter what.” - KENNETH

“PROTECTING OUR FUTURE. ”

ENDORSEMENTS

“I’M ASKING FOR YOUR VOTE. ”

Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale endorses Kenneth for Congress

Gary Polland, publisher of the Texas Conservative Review proudly endorses Kenneth Omoruyi for U S Congress

Terry Lowry, publisher of the LINK LETTER proudly endorses Kenneth for Congress.

PHENOMENON

“GAME CHANGERS.”

Honoring Members of the Black Girl Magic Phenomenon; Blacks Could Rewrite the History Books in Texas With the Help of Democratic Voters

AUBREY R TAYLOR REPORTS©

Not enough has been said over the last few years about the (19) nineteen brave “BLACK WOMEN” who took America by storm back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, in the Texas Midterm Election However, no matter what you think about “THE BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON,” these (19) nineteen brave “BLACK WOMEN” have changed the

way that the political game in Texas has been played, and perhaps will ever be played in the Lone Star State

In my opinion, “THE BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON ” would have been impossible to pull off without Judge Maria T Jackson (339th Criminal District Court), and Judge Ramona Franklin (338th Criminal District), who were both sitting judges, seeking higher office back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, in the Texas

FEATURING BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON: Judge Lucia Bates, Judge Erica Hughes, Judge Sandra Peake, Judge Cassandra Hollemon, Judge Germaine Tanner, Judge Ronnisha Bowman, Judge Linda Marie Dunson, Judge Angela Graves Harrington, Judge Dedra Davis, Judge Shannon Baldwin, Judge Latasha Lewis Payne, Judge Tonya Jones, Judge Sharon Burney, Judge Michelle Moore, Judge Lori Chambers Gray, Judge Toria J Finch, Judge LaShawn A Williams, Judge Maria T Jackson, and Judge Ramona Franklin

Midterm Election

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( 1 6 ) s i x t e e n m e m b e r s o f “ T H E B L A C K

G I R L M A G I C P H E N O M E N O N ” w h o d ef e a t e d t h e i r R e p u b l i c a n o p p o n e n t s , a n d n a y s a y e r s o n Tu e s d a y, N o v e m b e r 6 , 2 0 1 8 , w i t h d i g n i t y, a n d g r a c e , a s t h e y r el e n t l e s s l y u r g e d t h e f e l l o w D e m o c r a t s t o

“ V O T E B L U E ” d o w n t h e i r b a l l o t s d u r i n g t h e l a s t e l e c t i o n w h e n s t r a i g h t - t i c k e t v o ti n g w o u l d b e a l l o w e d

“TRUE SHEROINES.”

In a sense, Judge Shannon Baldwin, Judge Lucia Bates, Judge Ronnisha Bowman, Judge Sharon M Burney, Judge Dedra Davis, Judge Linda Marie Dunson, Judge Toria J Finch, Judge Lori Chambers Gray, Judge Angela Graves Harrington, Judge Cassandra U Hollemon (now deceased), Judge Erica Hughes, Judge Tonya Jones, Judge Latasha Lewis Payne, Judge Michelle Moore, Judge Sandra Peake, Judge Germaine Tanner, and Judge LaShawn A Williams are “TRUE SHEROES” who are owed a tremendous amount of gratitude by women the world over

As we pause to

celebrate

“WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH,”

which is celebrated every March, by people all across America, Aubrey R. Taylor Communications, the publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper would like to take this moment to honor a few “GAME CHANGERS” in Texas politics.

It wasn’t long ago that women could not vote, but women have come a long way and have taken election and election by storm over the past few decades

In case you don’t know, the 19th Amendment to the United States Constitution gave women the right to vote on August 18, 1920, after it had passed Congress, on June 4, 1919

And even more remarkable, what “AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN” in Harris County, Texas has been earth-shattering, and a “GAME-CHANGER” in more ways than one

As it stands right now, there are (81) eighty-one local judicial benches available in Harris County, Texas when you factor in the (24) twenty-four Civil District Court Benches; the (23) twenty-three Criminal Court Benches; the (11) eleven Family District Court Benches; the (3) three Juvenile District Court Benches; the (4) County Civil Court at Law Benches; the (16) sixteen County Criminal Court at Law Benches; (4) four Probate Court Benches, and the (16) sixteen Justice of the Peace Court Benches

“MAKING HISTORY.”

No matter how you flip the coin, Hispanics are grossly underrepresented, and African American women have been the driving force behind the “DEMOCRATIC PARTY’s DOMINANCE” over the last few major cycles in Harris County, Texas

But, with success, and victories, “AFRICAN AMERICAN JUDGES,” and judicial candidates have found themselves facing unforeseen challenges from within “THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY” and from forces on the other side of the aisle who appear to have allied (DINOs) “Democrats In Name Only,” and (RINOs) “Republicans In Name Only,” who are conspiring together to offset the recent dominance of African American women, and other Democrats I’m proud to announce that rank-and-file “DEMOCRATIC PARTY PRIMARY VOTERS” by and large stood with African American women up and down the ballot back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, and have uniquely positioned the “DEMOCRATIC PARTY” as they could be on the verge of “MAKING HISTORY” by increasing the number of “AFRICAN AMERICAN JUDGES” sitting from local judicial benches from holding (41) forty-one of the (81) eighty-one local judicial benches to potentially holding even more

“BL ACKS ARE EYEING HISTORY IN 2024.”

JUDGE CHIKA ANYIAM (African American Democrat), is the presiding judge for Criminal District Court No 7, in Dallas County, Texas, but Aniam will represent the Democratic Party in the race for Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 8, on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the Lone Star State Judge Anyiam will face off against (Republican) Supreme Court Justice Jane Bland -

ATTORNEY BRENDETTA SCOTT (African American Democrat), defeated Justice Gordon Goodman, back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary race for Justice, 1st Court of Appeals District, Place 6 Attorney Scott will now face off against a (Republican) by the name of Attorney Andrew Johnson on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the Lone Star State -

ATTORNEY AMBER BOYD-CORA (African American Democrat), defeated Justice Peter Kelly, back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary race for Justice, 1st Court of Appeals District, Place 9 Attorney Boyd-Cora will now face off against a (Republican) by the name of Susanna Dokupil on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the Lone Star State

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ATTORNEY VELDA RENITA FAULKNER (African American Democrat), has forced Justice Jerry Zimmerer, into a Tuesday, May 28, 2024, Democratic Party Primary Runoff, in the race for Justice, 14th Court of Appeals District, Place 3 If Attorney Faulkner manages to defeat Justice Zimmerer, she will then have to face off against a (Republican) by the name of Judge Chad Bridges on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the Lone Star State

JUDGE FREDERICKA PHILLIPS

(African American Democrat), will be representing the Democratic Party in the race for District Judge, 61st Civil District Court on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in Harris County, Texas Judge Frederica Phillips must defeat (Attorney Lee Kathryn Shuchart) her Republican challenger to retain her judicial bench

JUDGE JERALYNN MANOR (African American Democrat), will be representing the Democratic Party in the race for District Judge, 80th Civil District Court on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in Harris County, Texas Judge Jeralynn Manor must defeat (Attorney Sonya L Aston) her Republican challenger to retain her judicial bench

JUDGE ERICA HUGHES (African American Democrat), won the 151st Civil District Court Bench when she defeated (incumbent), Mike Engelhart back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary The Harris County Republican Party did not fill this slot with a candidate on their primary ballot, which enabled Judge Erica Hughes to win the seat outright when she unseated Judge Engelhart

ATTORNEY TAKASHA FRANCIS

(African American Democrat), won the 152nd Civil District Court Bench when she defeated (incumbent), Judge Robert K Shaffer back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary The Harris County Republican Party did not fill this slot with a candidate on their primary ballot, which enabled Attorney TaKasha Francis to win the seat outright when she unseated Judge Robert K Shaffer

JUDGE CHERYL ELLIOTT THORNTON (African American Democrat), will be representing the Democratic Party in the race for District Judge, 164th Civil District Court on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in Harris County, Texas Judge Cheryl Elliott Thornton must defeat (Attorney Aaron Gabriel Adams) her Republican challenger to retain her judicial bench

JUDGE URSULA A HALL (African American Democrat), will be representing the Democratic Party in the race for District

Judge, 165th Civil District Court on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in Harris County, Texas Judge Ursula A Hall must defeat (Attorney Bruce Bain) her Republican challenger on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, to retain her judicial bench

JUDGE HAZEL B. JONES (African American Democrat), has won her reelection to the 174th Criminal District Court Bench after running uncontested in the Democratic Party Primary, back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024

The Harris County Republican Party did not fill this slot with a candidate on their primary ballot, which enabled Judge Hazel B Jones to win her reelection outright

JUDGE NIKITA “NIKI” HARMON (African American Democrat), has won her reelection to the 176th Criminal District Court Bench after running uncontested in the Democratic Party Primary, back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024

The Harris County Republican Party did not fill this slot with a candidate on their primary ballot, which enabled Judge Nikita “Niki” Harmon to win her reelection outright

JUDGE ROBERT JOHNSON (African American Democrat), will be representing the Democratic Party in the race for District Judge, 177th Criminal District Court on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in Harris County, Texas Judge Robert Johnson must defeat (Attorney Emily Munoz Detoto) his Republican challenger to retain his judicial bench

JUDGE ELAINE PALMER (African American Democrat), will be representing the Democratic Party in the race for District Judge, 215th Civil District Court on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in Harris County, Texas Judge Elaine Palmer must defeat (Attorney Nathan J Milliron) her Republican challenger to retain her judicial bench

JUDGE TRACY GOOD (African American Democrat), will be representing the Democratic Party in the race for District Judge, 333rd Civil District Court on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in Harris County, Texas Judge Good unseated Judge Brittanye Morris back on

Tuesday, March 5, 2024, and must now defeat (Attorney Brian Staley) to win the bench outright

JUDGE DAWN ROGERS (African American Democrat), has won her reelection to the 334th Civil District Court Bench after running uncontested in the Democratic Party Primary, back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 The Harris County Republican Party did not fill this slot with a candidate on their primary ballot, which enabled Judge Dawn Rogers to win her reelection outright

JUDGE TE’IVA BELL (African American Democrat), has won her reelection to the 339th Civil District Court Bench after running uncontested in the Democratic Party Primary, back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 The Harris County Republican Party did not fill this slot with a candidate on their primary ballot, which enabled Judge Te’iva Bell to win her reelection outright

ATTORNEY VIVIAN KING (African American Democrat), will face off against Gemayel “G” Haynes on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary Runoff, race for District Judge, 486th Criminal District Court If Attorney Vivian King manages to defeat Attorney Gemayel “G” Haynes, she will then have to face off against a (Republican) by the name of Judge Aaron Burdette on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the Lone Star State Judge Burdette was appointed to this newly created bench by Governor Greg Abbott late last year -

ATTORNEY CARVANA CLOUD (African American Democrat), ran uncontested back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, and will be representing the Democratic Party in the race for District Judge, 488th Criminal District Court on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in Harris County, Texas Attorney Carvana Cloud must defeat (Attorney Matthew Peneguy) her Republican opponent to win this bench outright -

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ALEXANDER (African American Democrat), defeated Judge Julia Maldonado, back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Demo-

cratic Party Primary race for District Judge, 507th Family District Court, in Harris County, Texas Attorney Lillian Henny Alexander will now face off against a (Republican) by the name of Attorney Dan Lemkuil on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the Lone Star State

ATTORNEY ASHLEY MAYES GUICE (African American Democrat), defeated Attorney Juan J Aguirre, back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary race for Judge, County Criminal Court at Law No 16, in Harris County, Texas Attorney Ashley Mayes

Guice will now face off against a (Republican) by the name of Attorney Linda Garcia on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the Lone Star State

ATTORNEY FRANSHENEKA “FRAN” WATSON (African American Democrat),

defeated Attorney Chavon Carr, and Troy M Moore, back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary race for Judge, County Probate Court No 5, in Harris County, Texas Attorney Fransheneka “Fran” Watson will now face off against a (Republican) by the name of Attorney Ray Black, Jr , on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the Lone Star State

JUDGE JOE STEPHENS (African American Democrat), has won his reelection as Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3, Place 1, after running uncontested in the Democratic Party Primary, back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 The Harris County Republican Party did not fill this slot with a candidate on their primary ballot, which enabled Judge Joe Stephens to win his reelection outright

JUDGE WANDA ADAMS (African American Democrat), has won her reelection as Justice of the Peace, Precinct 7, Place 1, after running uncontested in the Democratic Party Primary, back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 The Harris County Republican Party did not fill this slot with a candidate on their primary ballot, which enabled Judge Wanda Adams to win her reelection outright

“CLOSING THOUGHTS.”

As we close out “WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH” in 2024, let’s not forget about the fact that it wasn’t too long ago, when women didn’t even have the right to participate in the voting process Yet, in a few short years, bold and courageous women from all walks of life and ethnicities are dominating the political process in the third most populous county in the United States of America GOD BLESS AMERICA

A WOMAN ON THE MOVE

A GAME-CHANGER: After being berated and called an animal by a local LGBTQ+ Attorney by the name Ben Aderholt, in a letter, Judge Erica Hughes shook off her critics and soundly defeated Judge Mike Engelhart No Republican candidate signed up to run for the 151st Civil District Bench, so Judge Erica Hughes will be running for the 151st Civil District Court Bench uncontested on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in Harris County, Texas

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JUDGE MARIA T JACKSON was the presiding judge for the 339th Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas, when she ran for the position of Presiding Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals back during the Tuesday, November 6, 2018, Midterm Election Judge Maria T Jackson (Democrat) received 663,261 votes in Harris County, to dominate Justice Sharon Keller (Republican), who only received 509,369 votes, in Harris County, Texas However, Judge Maria T Jackson was not able to beat Justice Sharon Keller in enough rural Texas counties and ending up losing her bid to be elected to the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals

JUDGE RAMONA FRANKLIN was the presiding judge for the 338th Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas, when she ran for the position of Presiding Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 7, back during the Tuesday, November 6, 2018, Midterm Election Judge Ramona Franklin (Democrat) received 652,788 votes in Harris County, to dominate Justice Barbara Parker Hervey (Republican), who only received 536,342 votes However, Judge Ramona Franklin was not able to beat Justice Barbara Parker Hervey in enough rural Texas counties and ending up losing her bid to be elected to the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 7

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BL ACK GIRL MAGIC WAS FEATURED ALL OVER THE WORLD

THE ACHIEVEMENT OF THESE WOMEN WAS CELEBRATED ALL OVER THE WORLD

LATASHA LEWIS PAYNE, a Democrat, dominated Jeff Shadwick (Republican), in the race for District Judge, 55th Civil District Court, by garnering 648,632 votes, for 54 78% of the vote back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas Comparatively speaking, Jeff Shadwick only received 535,488 votes, for 45 22% of the vote, in his bid for reelection

LORI CHAMBERS GRAY, a Democrat, dominated Tammy J Thomas (Republican), in the race for District Judge, 262nd Criminal District Court, by garnering 649,324 votes, for 54 94% of the vote back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas Comparatively speaking, Tammy J Thomasonly received 532,495 votes, for 45 06% of the vote

DEDRA DAVIS, a Democrat, dominated Brent Gamble (Republican), in the race for District Judge, 270th Civil District Court, by garnering 651,843 votes, for 55 13% of the vote back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas Comparatively speaking, Brent Gamble only received 530,480 votes, for 44 87% of the vote, in his bid for reelection

ANGELA GRAVES HARRINGTON, a Democrat, dominated Charley Prine (Republican), in the race for District Judge, 246th Family District Court, by garnering 671,226 votes, for 56 78% of the vote back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas Comparatively speaking, Charley Prine only received 510,963 votes, for 43 22% of the vote

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SANDRA PEAKE, a Democrat, dominated Melanie Flowers (Republican), in the race for District Judge, 257th Family District Court, by garnering 651,331 votes, for 55 10% of the vote back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas

speaking, Melanie Flowers only received 530,680 votes, for 44 90% of

LINDA MARIE DUNSON, a Democrat, dominated Sheri Y Dean (Republican), in the race for District Judge, 309th Family District Court, by garnering 652,166 votes, for 55 22% of the vote back on November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas

speaking, Sheri Y Dean only received 528,887 votes, for 44 78% of the vote, in her bid for reelection

GERMAINE TANNER, a Democrat, dominated Alicia Franklin York (Republican), in the race for District Judge, 311th Family District Court, by garnering 645,022 votes, for 54 64% of the vote back on November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas

speaking, Alicia Franklin York only received 535,476 votes, for 45 36% of the vote, in her bid for reelection

MICHELLE MOORE, a Democrat, dominated John F Phillips (Republican), in the race for District Judge, 314th Juvenile District Court, by garnering 674,976 votes, for 57 16% of the vote back on November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas

speaking, John F Phillips only received 505,793 votes, for 42 84% of the vote, in his bid for reelection

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Texas

Comparatively speaking, Linda Storey only received 537,455 votes, for 45 53% of the vote, in her bid for reelection

Comparatively speaking, Natalie C Fleming only received 521,594

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only received

LASHAWN A. WILLIAMS, a Democrat, dominated Linda Storey (Republican), in the race for Judge, County Civil Court at Law No 3, by garnering 643,048 votes, for 54 47% of the vote back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County,

RONNISHA BOWMAN, a Democrat, dominated Bill Harmon (Republican), in the race for Judge, County Criminal Court at Law No 2, by garnering 650,963 votes, for 55,24% of the vote back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas

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527,402, votes, for 44 76% of the vote, in her bid for reelection

ERICA HUGHES, a Democrat, dominated Natalie C Fleming (Republican), in the race for Judge, County Criminal Court at Law No 3, by garnering 659,197 votes, for 55 83% of the vote back on November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas

votes, for 44 17% of the vote, in her bid for reelection

SHANON BALDWIN, a Democrat, dominated John Clinton (Republican), in the race for Judge, County Criminal Court at Law No 4, by garnering 657,158 votes, for 55 83% of the vote back on November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas Comparatively speaking, John Clinton only received 513,389 votes, for 43 49% of the vote, in his bid for reelection

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TORIA J FINCH, a Democrat, dominated John Wakefield (Republican), in the race for Judge, County Criminal Court at Law No 9, by garnering 657,546 votes, for 55 75% of the vote back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas Comparatively speaking, John Wakefield only received 521,916 votes, for 44 25% of the vote, in his losing effort

TONYA JONES, a Democrat, dominated Roger Bridgwater (Republican), in the race for Judge, County Criminal Court at Law No 15, by garnering 652,528 votes, for 55 29% of the vote back on November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC

swept through Harris County, Texas Comparatively speaking, Roger Bridgwater only received 527,590 votes, for 44 72% of the vote, in his losing reelection bid

As for SHARON BURNEY, a

CASSANDRA Y HOLLEMON, a Democrat, dominated John Wakefield (Republican), in the race for Judge, County Criminal Court at Law No 12, by garnering 655,917 votes, for 55 63% of the vote back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, as the “BLACK GIRL MAGIC PHENOMENON” swept through Harris County, Texas Comparatively speaking, John Spjut only received 523,050 votes, for 44 37% of the vote, in his losing effort

PHENOMENON”

LUCIA BATES, a Democrat, handily defeated the incumbent Democrat judge (Don Coffey), in the Democratic Party Primary race for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 3, Place 2, and ran unopposed in the Tuesday, November 6, 2018, general election

Democrat, she soundly defeated her Republican opponent (“DC” Caldwell) in the Tuesday, November 6, 2018, Midterm Election race for Justice of the Peace, Precinct 7, Place 2, in Harris County, Texas

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“CELEBRATING OUR HISTORY . ”

“CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH.”

JUDGE CHERYL ELLIOTT THORNTON, a Democrat, dominated Joy Dawson Thomas, her Democratic challenger, in the race for District Judge, 164th Civil District Court back during the Tuesday, March 5, 2024, Democratic Party Primary in Harris County, Texas Judge Cheryl Elliott Thornton received 90,335 votes, for 60 63% of the vote Comparatively speaking, Joy Dawson Thomas only received 58,659 votes, for 39 37% of the vote Judge Cheryl Elliott Thornton will now face off against Aaron Gabriel Adams her Republican opponent, on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the race fot District Judge, 164th Civil District Court, in Harris County, Texas

JUDGE COLLEEN GAIDO serves as District Court Judge in Harris County

JUSTICE REBECA HUDDLE is currently serving as a member of the Texas Supreme Court

JUDGE HAZEL JONES currently serves as a District Court Judge in Harris C o u n t y, Te x a s

“CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH.”

JUDGE DAWN ROGERS has won her reelection to the 334th Civil District Court Bench after running uncontested in the Democratic Party Primary, back on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 The Harris County Republican Party did not fill this slot with a candidate on their primary ballot, which enabled Judge Dawn Rogers to win her reelection outright and will be reelected on Tuesday, November 5, 2024

“MINISTERS OF JUSTICE.”

POLITICAL “POWER PLAYERS” YOU SHOULD KNOW...

JUDGE JO ANN DELGADO is the presiding judge for Harris County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2, Place 1

JUDGE NATALIA “NATA’ CORNELIO is the presiding judge for the 351st Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas Judge Cornelio is up for reelection

JUDGE ANA MARTINEZ is the presiding judge for the 179th Judicial District Court in Harris County, Texas

JUDGE KRISTEN HAWKINS is the presiding judge for the 11th Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas Judge Hawkins is up for reelection on Nov 5, 2024

“CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH.”

JUDGE URSULA A. HALL the presiding judge for the 165th Civil District Court, in Harris County, Texas, will be representing the Democratic Party in the race for District Judge, 165th Civil District Court on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the upcoming Presidential Election Judge Ursula A Hall must defeat (Attorney Bruce Bain) her Republican challenger to retain her judicial bench

“MINISTERS

POLITICAL “POWER PLAYERS” YOU SHOULD KNOW...

JUDGE ELAINE PALMER is currently serving as a District Judge in Harris County, Texas

JUDGE RABEEA COLLIER is currently serving as a District Judge in Harris County, Texas

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CONSTABLE PRECINCT 3 WALLER COUNTY, TEXAS

“CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH. ”

Three-Term Waller County Precinct #3 Constable (2013-Present) CEO of Miracles in Motion (Drug Treatment Rehab Facility served hundreds of men and women (1980-2000) Owner, Holy Smoke BBQ Native of Waller County, Resident of PV Community Activist/Organizer(35-years)

“ON THE VERGE OF MAKING HISTORY.”

HISTORY IN THE MAKING: Attorney Brendetta Scott (center), defeated Justice Gordon Goodman in the race for Justice, 1st Court of Appeals, Place 2 Attorney Amber Boyd-Cora (left) defeated Justice Peter Kelly in the race for Justice, 1st Court of Appeals District, Place 9 Attorney Lloyd E Kelley (right), held a press conference to bring attention to the unfair treatment these women were receiving To make history Brendetta Scott must now defeat a more difficult Republican opponent by the name of Jennifer Caughey on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the Presidential Election

HISTORY IN THE MAKING: Attorney Amber Boyd-Cora (center) speaks as Brendetta Scott, looks on at the press conference after the Texas Supreme Court forced the Democratic Party allow Boyd-Cora to stay on the ballot to face off against Justice Peter Kelly in the race for Justice, 1st Court of Appeals, Place 9 To make history Amber BoyCora must defeat a Republican opponent by the name of Susanna Dokupil on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the Presidential Election

HISTORY IN THE MAKING: These two African American Female Democrats have unseated two Texas Appellate Court Justices and are now one step away from making history in the Lone Star State on Tuesday, November 5, 2024

HISTORY IN THE MAKING: Attorney Velda Renita Faulkner (center), speaks as Attorney Ysidra “Sissy” Kyles (left), and Attorney Brendetta Scott (right), looks on at the press conference Attorney Velda Renita Faulkner will face off against Justice Jerry Zimmerer on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary runoff race for Justice, 14th Court of Appeals District, Place 3 The winner of the runoff race will face off against a Republican by the name of Chad Bridges

“CELEBRATING WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH.”

MEET JUDGE GARCIA

Judge Israel B Garcia, Jr was born and raised in Austin, Texas His father was an emigrant from Mexico who became a United States citizen when Judge Garcia was 10 years old This remains a very proud moment for the Garcia Family Judge Garci ́ a's mother was born and raised in Austin, Texas

Austin, Dallas and Houston Judge Garcia worked on cases ranging from traffic tickets, divorces, commercial litigation, criminal cases and serious personal injury cases For over 28 years as a practicing Attorney, Judge Garcia was a true general practitioner

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Judge Garcia attended public schools and attended The University of Texas at Austin where he majored in Government and earned his Bachelor's Degree Upon graduation, Judge Garcia attended Thurgood Marshall School of Law where he earned his Juris Doctorate Judge Garci ́ a was the first member of his family to graduate from a University and obtain a professional license

Judge Garcia began his legal career as a sole practitioner with offices in

Judge Garcia is active in several community groups and civic clubs, including serving as legal counsel to LULAC Council 402 LULAC Council 402 is known as the "Education" Council and has awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars in scholarships to deserving Harris County area students Assisting young students and working with children remains a passion of Judge Garcia

Judge Garcia ran as a first-time candidate for and was elected as Justice of the

Peace Precinct 5, Place 1 in the 2020 Presidential election

Judge Garcia’s focus is on providing 21st Century customer service to the citizens of Harris County through stateof-the-art technology and a highly experienced staff to deliver the best possible service in a timely and efficient manner

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2,400 years ago, Socrates aptly described the essential qualities of a good judge: "Four things belong to a judge: To hear courteously; to answer wisely; to consider soberly; and to decide impartially " These words remain as true today as they were when Socrates first spoke them

Judge Garcia strives daily to employ these ideals

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