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BRAD “SCARFACE”JORDAN AND DR. CAROLYN EVANS-SHABAZZ WILL FACE OFF ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2019 IN THE RACE FOR DISTRICT D

SUPPORT FOR TONY BUZBEE AND MIKE KNOX CONTINUES TO GROW IN THE BLACK COMMUNITY AS THE START OF EARLY VOTING APPROACHES

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Attorney Tony Buzbee is endorsed by members of the clergy, like Bishop Destry C. Bell Sr., and a host of other Black leaders in the Saturday, December 14, 2019, RUNOFF RACE FOR MAYOR OF HOUSTON, TEXAS.

MIKE KNOX

Councilman Mike Knox is endorsed by Black leaders like Larry Blackmon and Georgia D. Provost in the Saturday, December 14, 2019, RUNOFF RACE FOR AT-LARGE POSITION #1 IN HOUSTON, TX.

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EDWARD POLLARD HAS A MESSAGE FOR DISTRICT J VOTERS - PAGE 12B

Due to a legal challenge, the City of Houston Council Member District B race will not appear on the December 14, 2019 Runoff ballot. This will not affect any of the other races or the election procedures the Harris County Clerk’s Office carries out.

For further information on this matter, please contact Douglas Ray Special Assistant of the Harris County Attorney’s Office 713-274-5163 or Ron Lewis City Attorney for the City of Houston 832-393-6491.

Early voting will begin on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 -- the day before Thanksgiving. Early voting will then skip a few days, and resume on Monday, December 2, 2019, and continue through Tuesday, December 10, 2019.

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Is Tony Buzbee a Republican or Democrat?...Who Cares?

Let me take this moment to be clear: THE 2019 RUNOFF RACE FOR MAYOR OF HOUSTON, TEXAS IS A NONPARTISAN RACE!!! What does this mean? I’m glad you asked. When an election is deemed to be nonpartisan it means that it should be free from political party influence, bias, and partisan labels. One of the things l like most about Tony Buzbee is that he is doing his best to run for Mayor of Houston, Texas on his own merits. He’s running his race as a true nonpartisan candidate. In my opinion, that’s the way it should be in nonpartisan elections.

So, don’t forget to vote early! Early

voting will begin on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 -- the day before Thanksgiving. Early voting will skip a few days, then resume on Monday, December 2, 2019, and continue through Tuesday, December 10, 2019. And election day voting will take place on Saturday, December 14, 2019.

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“Please look at the dates on the next page, compare them to the dates in your calendar and find ONE 30 MINUTE time slot, that you can dedicate to voting. I know you’re busy.

Thanksgiving, holidays, hunting season, vacations, but more than ever — we are all depending on each other to get out and vote again. Change is within our grasp, all we have to do is show up and vote!!!”

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Tony Buzbee is a decorated Marine, successful lawyer and business owner, philanthropist and change agent. He is running for Mayor of Houston to end corruption, restore effective government and deliver results for all Houstonians.

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TONY BUZBEE is a decorated Marine, successful lawyer and business owner, philanthropist and change agent. He is running for Mayor of Houston to end corruption, restore effective government and deliver results for all Houstonians...Tony is frequently asked about his party affiliation; whether he is a Republican or a Democrat. The simple answer is that Tony is Independent — independent of divisive partisan politics and partisan bickering…independent of cronyism and special interests and…independent of the pay-to-play donors who control politicians with their campaign contributions...Tony Buzbee is THE Independent voice for all residents of Houston, whether Republican or Democrat.

RELATIONSHIPS MATTER...

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“Tony Buzbee has made it a part of his “BUSINESS STRATEGY” to support candidates running for president, as well as, U.S. Presidents like President Barack Obama, the first African American to become president of the United States of America, former U.S. President William “Bill” Jefferson Clinton. And yes, he supported current U.S. President Donald J. Trump back when he was running for office. However, he also supported Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, and Former Texas Gov. Rick Perry to name a few.”

Yes, Attorney Tony Buzbee supported President Barack Obama. His daughter loves President Barack Obama, and was so happy to meet him.

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Dear Houstonians,

As a successful businessman, I have spent my career helping those in need of fair representation. My company has hired many individuals that make up the diversity of Houston. As mayor, my staff and leadership team will reflect the demographics of Houston, as you should expect as a taxpaying citizen.

As Houston continues to grow, as a firstclass city, we will face more challenges, from flooding, crime reduction, homelessness, and others. So, as I implore you to work with me to engage our federal and state officials to help us with getting the funding we need.

Over the years, I have built relationships with both Democrats and Republicans to make sure that I had lines of communication open at the local, state and federal levels.

As mayor of Houston, having relationships with both Republicans and Democrats

Yes, Attorney Tony Buzbee supported President Bill Clinton.

will allow my administration to have open lines of communication with Washington D.C. should we need it. Under my leadership Hurricane Harvey residents would have received funding quicker (due to relationships) rather than waiting on the state reimbursement process.

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I am Tony Buzbee, and as your Mayor, I promise you “Performance Not Politics,” as we work together to move our city forward.

Attorney Tony Buzbee and Sylver, a small business owner.

WE CAN DO BETTER WORKING TOGETHER...

Yes, Attorney Tony Buzbee supported Gov. Rick Perry.

ATTORNEY TONY BUZBEE: “I don’t have a taxpayer funded security detail to carry me around Houston like our current mayor does. And I won’t have one as your mayor. I’ll pay my own way.

Everytime I’m in an Uber, the driver is excited and wants a pic. This is Sylver. He is from the Congo.

He owns a small business here. He loves Houston but tells me the streets are terrible. I already know that Sylver! We will do better!!!”

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Attorney Tony Buzbee is THE Independent voice for all residents of Houston, whether Republican or Democrat.

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Pastor Terrance Hall, and Tony Buzbee giving back to the community. Pastor Hall is the senior pastor of the Kingdom Builders Cathedral Church, located in Houston, Texas.

TONY BUZBEE: "My life has been nothing but serious. My mother drove my school bus. My father was a meat cutter. So, I know what it’s like to be in want. We will tackle homelessness, hunger, poverty, potholes, illegal dumping, flooding, and other pressing matters when I’m your mayor. Oh, and we are going to damn sure take care of our firefighters too.”

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A FEW OF MAYOR TURNER’S MANY ACCOMPLISHMENTS

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Education

Mayor Turner went from sharing one room with eight brothers and sisters to attending the University of Houston and Harvard Law School, founding his own business and then becoming a champion for every voice in the state legislature and now in Houston’s City Hall.

Mayor Sylvester Turner knows every voice matters in our city. That’s why he is working every day to lift every voice in Houston – so we can do great things for our city.

Below are just some of the highlights of Mayor Turner’s first term at City Hall.

Houston is a city that never sleeps— and this is a story that continues to be told every day, by every one of us.

Hurricane Harvey

Ordered a targeted evacuation in west Houston that saved countless lives after the U.S. Corps of Engineers released an unexpectedly large amount of water into neighborhoods from reservoirs.

Provided administrative support and coordination for the rescues of thousands of people from their flooded dwellings by boats, helicopters and special trucks.

Shifted personnel and emergency resources to the Northeast Water Plant, thus avoiding a plant shutdown that would have required an advisory saying the city’s tap water was unsafe to drink.

Co-founded the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund, which collected and distributed more than $114 million to proven nonprofit organizations that provide direct aid to victims.

Won City Council support for an ordinance that requires new and substantially remodeled houses and other buildings to be built higher to prevent flooding.

Opening and operating the George R. Brown Convention Center as an impromptu shelter that held as many as 12,000 people benefiting from services by thousands of volunteers and the American Red Cross.

Creating and operating Neighborhood Recovery Centers, which became one-stop recovery service centers close to where victims lived, and later a set of resource centers through which victims could apply for federal housing repair aid.

Convincing FEMA to create a credit against the city’s financial obligations for volunteer services that address the recovery.

Successfully lobbying Congress to increase FEMA funding and related funding for Houston’s recovery. The lobbying effort included work by former Shell Oil Co. President Marvin Odum, who served for 15 months without pay as the mayor’s chief recovery officer.

Municipal Pensions: Brought Republicans, Democrats, business people, labor unions and working families together to save our city from bankruptcy by fixing the looming pension crisis.

City Budget

Cut city spending by at least $80 million without tax hikes or layoffs of city workers

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before the passage in November 2018 of Proposition B, which required salary increases for firefighters totaling at least $113 million in the first year.

Worked with county officials, non-profit organizations, private companies and foreign diplomats for them to provide funding that augments city services and programs.

County Commissioner Rodney Ellis concentrated street and sidewalk resources on city neighborhoods, for instance. Other partners included, but were not limited to, Microsoft, Verizon, Facebook, The Rockefeller Foundation’s 100 Resilient Cities, Bloomberg Associates, the nations of Qatar and United Arab Emirates, the Kinder Foundation and the Astros Foundation.

Began steps to reduce the city’s Other Postemployment Benefits liability with an approach like the one he took with historic pension reform.

Crime and Safety

To keep a lid on crime, Mayor Turner appointed proven crime-fighter Art Acevedo as Houston police chief and provided the police force with all resources available under the constraints of the city budget.

Recently updated statistics show that overall crime has declined during Mayor Turner’s term in office, and violent crime declined last year.

Worked with schools, students and neighborhoods to focus on solutions to violence against and by youth.

Appointed a Commission Against Gun Violence, composed of people from diverse backgrounds and viewpoints, that made policy recommendations now under consideration.

Appointed proven public safety leader Samuel Peña as fire chief with the goal of restructuring the department to meet modern-day demands and work within budget constraints. Following the retirement of Dennis Storemski, Mayor Turner chose veteran law enforcement leader George Buenik as director of Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Economic Development

Challenged businesses and potential business leaders to establish Houston as the next national frontier for computer-

based tech innovation by creating a fertile environment for start-up companies.

Soon after the mayor issued his challenge, an “ecosystem” for the tech industry began to flourish with plans for a bio-research campus at the Texas Medical Center, the designation of the former Midtown Sears building as an innovation hub, Verizon’s delivery of 5G service to commercial customers in Houston before doing so in any other city, and much more.

Created more than 100,000 new jobs in the region last year with a focus on startups, technology and innovation.

The Houston Business Journal called this fast-growing sector “Silicon Bayou.”

Led Houston’s successful bid to host the World Petroleum Conference in 2020.

Led international missions to nations that trade heavily with Houston, including China and India, resulting in increased Houston commerce, tourism, and cultural ties.

Fostered the Office of Business Opportunity’s Turnaround Houston, which helps “hard to employ” residents position themselves for job opportunities.

Created the Hire Houston Youth program, matching Houstonians age 16-24 with summer jobs in the private, non-profit and government sectors and positioning them as talented full-time employees ready to take their place in the future Houston economy.

The target number of HHY jobs for 2019 is a record-high 10,000.

Promoted Houston’s number one ranking in the U.S. for ethnic diversity, which serves as a welcome mat for commerce, culture and tourism.

Complete Communities

In connection with economic development as well as infrastructure and cultural development, Mayor Turner created Complete Communities, an award-winning initiative combining private and non-profit investments with funding from city and county government to improve conditions in underserved neighborhoods.

The initial pilot programs, based on community input, are in Acres Homes, Gulfton, Near Northside, Second Ward and Third Ward. More will be added this year.

Established the Mayor’s Office of Education, which works with school districts to administer the Hire Houston Youth program and provide city support for successful education programs.

Created a City Council subcommittee on education.

Participated in the creation of a nonprofit organization poised to provide philanthropic resources and policy input to the Houston Independent School District.

Potholes: Established a pothole repair initiative that led to same-day repairs of many potholes reported to the city by the public. More than 165,000 potholes have been filled on Mayor Turner’s watch.

Recycling: Forged a money-saving contract that will re-establish the curbside pickup of glass as recyclable items in March.

Garbage pickup: Ended several years of financial neglect of the Solid Waste Department’s aging fleet by winning council approval for purchasing new trucks that will replace half the department’s mobile equipment.

Public transportation: With the Houston area slated for massive population growth, Mayor Turner challenged Metro, whose board includes members he appointed, to carry out a “paradigm shift” that will provide the public with more alternatives to using private motor vehicles for mobility. Metro responded and will ask the voters in November 2019 to fund a plan that will help transform how the Houston region moves.

Climate change: The mayor has become a leading local government figure in the nation’s moves to control and reverse man-made climate change. He forged the city’s Climate Action Plan and preserved the city’s number one standing in the U.S. for municipal government use of renewable and/or cleaner energy sources such as solar and wind power and natural gas.

Homelessness: Mayor Turner has advanced the astoundingly effective effort to reduce the city’s homeless population, working with nonprofit coalitions and HPD’s Homeless Outreach Team. The homeless population has shrunk by more than half since 2011.

Open and accessible government: Using technological tools, Mayor Turner oversaw an overhaul of the city’s public website, houstontx.gov. It now features the public’s most popular interests in city services, such as animal adoption and job opportunities. He also established a Nextdoor.com account, allowing him to provide city service updates to more than 270,000 households.

Diversity and excellence: Mayor Turner’s appointed executive staff includes two leaders who garnered international recognition for their work for the city. Maria Town, director of the city’s Office for People with Disabilities, received an international Henry Viscardi Achievements Award, which “honors exemplary leaders in the global disability community who, through the example of their professional accomplishments and advocacy efforts, are reshaping societal perceptions and making significant changes in the quality of life of people with disabilities.” Minal Patel Davis, Mayor Turner’s special advisor on human trafficking, received the prestigious Presidential Award for Extraordinary Efforts to Combat Trafficking in Persons during a White House meeting of the President’s Interagency Task Force to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons chaired by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

Mike Knox is a native Houstonian. He married his high school sweetheart in 1977 and they have raised one son; who now serves the city as a Houston Police Officer. Mike Knox obtained an Associate of Arts degree from the Houston Community College and a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Houston – Downtown while working as a Houston Police Officer.

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Mike has a long history of honorable public service.

Mike Knox is a veteran who served in the United States Air Force and served over 15 years as a Houston Police Officer.

Mike was one of two officers responsible for the creation of the Houston Police Department’s first divisional gang unit in 1988 and helped create and served on the original board of directors for the Texas Gang Investigators Association.

Mike authored a book entitled Gangsta in the House; Understanding Gang Culture, which was published in 1995. This book added to the knowledge base on gang culture and was recognized in 2001 by the National Gang Research Center who awarded it the prestigious “Thrasher” award.

Mike served his fellow officers as a Board Member of the Houston Police Patrolmen’s Union and chaired the HPPU Political Action Committee. In addition, he served as editor of the “Sentinel” (HPPU) monthly newsletter.

Shortly after publishing his book in 1995, Mike began a consulting business focused on helping law enforcement, schools districts, and communities understand and deal with street gangs and violent youthful offenders.

Mike Knox has served his community as a board member of the Spring Branch Education Foundation and was among the original funders of the Spring Branch ISD “Fund for the Future” endowment. He contributed to the creation of the Spring Branch Good Neighbor program.

Mike was recruited in 2007 to help the Spring Branch Management District develop the Public Safety component of its service plan and worked as their Director of Community Service for three years.

For the past seven years Mike Knox has served as the President of the Yupon Estates Homeowners Association.

Mike has a deep interest and investment in Houston and believes Houston City Council deserves a dedicated servant.

RUNOFF: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2019 Political Analyst Jacquie Baly has endorsed Council Member Mike Knox in the race for Houston City Council At-Large Position #1 runoff election on Dec., 14, 2019.

Early voting will begin on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 -- the day before Thanksgiving. Early voting will then skip a few days, and resume on Monday, December 2, 2019, and continue through Tuesday, December 10, 2019.

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YOUR VOTE COULD BE THE DECIDING VOTE ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2019. CAST YOUR VOTE FOR MIKE KNOX.

LARRY BLACKMON ENDORSES MIKE KNOX

Larry Blackmon is humbly asking all 18,962 Houstonians who voted for him back on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, to cast their vote for Councilman Mike Knox on Saturday, December 14, 2019, when he faces off against Raj Salhotra.

Remember the "EARLY VOTING" period will begin on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, the day before Thanksgiving. Then the "EARLY VOTING" period will resume on Monday, December 2, 2019, and continue through Tuesday, December 10, 2019, with "ELECTION DAY" voting taking place on Saturday, December 14, 2019.

GEORGIA PROVOST ENDORSES MIKE KNOX

Georgia D. Provost is humbly asking all 27,648 Houstonians who voted for her back on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, to cast their vote for Councilman Mike Knox on Saturday, December 14, 2019, when he faces off against Raj Salhotra. Remember the "EARLY VOTING" period will begin on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, the day before Thanksgiving. Then the "EARLY VOTING" period will resume on Monday, December 2, 2019, and continue through Tuesday, December 10, 2019, with "ELECTION DAY" voting taking place on Saturday, December 14, 2019.

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“To soar and reach higher heights an eagle needs both a left wing and a right wing. One without the other will not allow the eagle to fly. Both wings are necessary and only when they work together will the eagle have an opportunity to leave the ground and take full advantage of all its capabilities.”

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The Pollard Plan

“This is not a partisan plan, this is a people plan.”

The Pollard Plan is designed to detail my vision for bettering the quality of life for everyone in District J. The Pollard Plan is not a partisan plan, it is a people plan. I have created three categories that identify and address many of our most pressing issues throughout the District. The first category, Needs Before Wants, details a fiscally responsible approach to getting the most out of our tax dollars by placing a greater emphasis on basic core services over everything else. The second category, Neighborhoods Determine Everything, addresses the fact that in order for our district to flourish, we must first have neighborhoods that are safe, clean, and inviting.

Finally, the third category, Diversity is our Strength, stresses the importance of not only embracing the different cultures that make up our district, but highlighting this unique feature in order to create opportunities and economic growth. With a commitment to each of these three categories, I know District J will reach its full potential.

Needs Before Wants

We all want nice things, but those things should not come at the expense of the necessities. In many instances, tax dollars are allocated to pet projects instead of increasing funds for core services such as streets, flooding, homelessness, trash, parks, mobility, law enforcement patrol, and first responders/municipal employee wages. Council Members are responsible for being good stewards of our tax dollars and ensuring our money is budgeted properly and allocated reasonably. We must use the money we have and make it work without continuously going back to the tax payer asking for more. As your Council Member I will: Prioritize our basic core service needs before we fund pet projects as well as reduce the debt by putting an end to

frivolous spending.

Work closely with Harris County Flood Control District to ensure our district gets appropriate and immediate funding from the flood damage reduction project bonds.

Engage residents to identify areas of our district that are in need of drainage repair and ensure the city’s Public Works department addresses the issue.

Fight tirelessly so that our district, the most densely populated area of Houston, is prioritized for transportation and mobility projects.

Advocate for privatizing when practical reducing the burden of city government by spending tax dollars on private businesses for city services when needed.

Work closely with and support each Management District and TIRZ to ensure their leadership is a true representation of our community and that residents are engaged and notified upfront on proposed improvements.

Increase transparency about when and how tax dollars are spent by holding periodic town halls located within District J, that strictly discuss District J issues. The town halls will be held after business hours to prevent residents from having to miss work and fight traffic driving downtown to address their Council Member.

Neighborhoods Determine Everything

When our neighborhoods thrive our entire community thrives. Vacant, misused, and run down properties are a blight on our District J community. We must hold property owners (residential, multi-unit,

and commercial) accountable for properly maintaining their properties. In addition to that, our neighborhoods need existing city codes to be enforced so that properties are only being used for their intended purpose. This will have a direct positive impact on our property values, overall reputation, drive economic development, enhance beautification, and increase public safety. As your Council Member I will: Focus heavily on deterring crime and public safety by working with city and county attorney’s to prosecute those who violate our public nuisance laws.

Utilize discretionary District Service Fund dollars for additional law enforcement patrol to tackle specific public safety concerns such as panhandling, prostitution, trafficking, and neighborhood violations.

Fight to get code enforcement officers that are strictly designated to District J to ensure commercial and multi-unit properties are properly maintained, safe for tenants, and absent of blight.

Quickly respond to the needs of residents by designating a member of my staff that is solely responsible for constituent services and complaints.

Assist Civic Associations and HOA’s with enforcing deed restrictions by including their board leadership in the approval of permits for additions and changes to residential properties.

Organize a volunteer group for residents who will be trained and certified to assist the City and law enforcement with reporting neighborhood related violations.

Commit to initiatives that make our community look more aesthetically pleasing with a focus on parks, trails, and thoroughfares.

Partner with private businesses and trade associations to facilitate quarterly 2nd Chance Job Fairs for those unemployed and in need of opportunities within our district.

Diversity is Our Strength

District J is the most diverse district in the city of Houston, and that is something to be proud of. We must highlight all the amazing cultures and customs, as well as collectively work together to bridge our communities in an effort to strengthen unity among each other. As the most diverse district, we can set the standard for inclusion, cultural appreciation, and economic development. As your Council Member I will: Market our district as an international tourism hub by increasing awareness of our culturally diverse businesses and host more festivals, carnivals, and events.

Promote the uniqueness of our varied demographic to attract more businesses and diligently approach top tier retail, grocery, recreation, and corporate entities to locate to our district.

Work to increase access to resources that help small businesses within District J thrive by increasing their opportunity and exposure to Minority Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) contract opportunities.

Increase resident’s awareness of social programs by working with local organizations and nonprofits within the district; as well as developing public/private partnerships that are culturally sensitive to our needs and able to assist with healthcare, education, immigration, and job readiness.

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“As your City Council member, I'll bring the vision to identify solutions, the ability to make sure your voice is heard at City Hall, and the experience to hit the ground running to get things done. I’ll focus on the issues impacting us and our communities — flooding, traffic, infrastructure, city services, equality, safe neighborhoods and stray animals. Together, let’s bring about the positive change District C deserves and our city needs.”

– Shelley Kennedy for Houston City Council District C

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Rhonda Skillern-Jones is a wife and mother of five children: three girls and two boys, including twins. She is a native Houstonian who has earned both a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a master’s degree in clinical sociology from Texas Southern University. As a volunteer social worker at the Mount Ararat Baptist Church, Skillern-Jones assists families with seniors and youth to overcome economic obstacles to their wellbeing. She and her family enjoy their 13-year membership at the church. Skillern-Jones has a strong faith in God and cites her parents as her heroes and role models.

She served HISD in a volunteer capacity for 25 years before joining the school board. She has a passion for education and children, and believes that all children deserve an equitable and quality educa-

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tion for a fair start in achieving their maximum potential.

Ms. Skillern-Jones was first elected to the HISD Board of Education in 2011. She is currently serving her second consecutive term, and her colleagues on the board unanimously elected her as their president for 2018. She also served as president in 2015, and has held several other leadership positions on the board, including assistant secretary, secretary, and first vice president. She also represents HISD on the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Board of Directors, is Vice Chair of the Steering Committee for the National School Boards Association's Council of Urban Boards of Education (CUBE), and is Vice Chair of the Texas Caucus of Black School Board Members. She also sits on the National Black Caucus of School

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district efforts to enhance the lives of Houston children and citizens, she has received numerous achievement awards and honors. Among these are Top 40 Professional Women of the Year, School Board Member of the Year, Community Partner of the Year, Law Enforcement Children's Champion, Outstanding Advocate Award, TSCC Community Service Honoree, Top 10 Women to Watch, PTA Partner of the Year, and PTO President's Award.

While she has enjoyed being a stayat-home mother for 25 years, Ms. SkillernJones has had interval employment as a state social worker, teacher, and census director, and currently works for Harris County Precinct One as a community engagement director.

THE RUNOFF ELECTION WILL TAKE PLACE ON SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2019

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“Mayor Sylvester Turner finished first in the race for mayor of Houston to make the runoff. If you like him, you have a right to cast your ballot for him.”

“Tony Buzbee finished second in the race for mayor of Houston to make the runoff. If you like him, you have a right to cast your ballot for him.”

“Anthony Dolcefino finished first in the race for At-Large Position #4 to make the runoff. If you like him, you have a right to cast your ballot for him.”

“Letitia Plummer finished second in the race for At-Large Position #4 to make the runoff. If you like her you have a right to cast your ballot for him.”

“Sallie Alcorn finished first in the race for AtLarge Position #5 to make the runoff. If you like her, you have a right to cast your ballot for him.”

“Eric Dick finished second in the race for AtLarge Position #5 to make the runoff. If you like him, you have a right to cast your ballot for him.”

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ATTORNEY JERALYNN MANOR SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY

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The Kingdom Builders Cathedral would like to thank Attorney Jeralynn Manor for being one of the sponsors of our “Turkey Giveaway” held recently at 8146 East Houston Street,” says Pastor Terrance Hall. “Please don’t forget that Attorney Jeralynn Manor will be running for Judge,of the 80th Civil District Court, on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, in the Democratic Party Primary for Harris County. Attorney Manor is a lifelong Democrat.

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Jeralynn Manor giving away a Thanksgiving Turkey.

Attorney Jeralynn Manor, second from left, Pastor Terrance Hall, third from left, and Judge Alexandra Smoots-Thomas, far right, with her signature board in hand. Judge Smoots-Thomas was collecting signatures to get her name on the ballot.

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DEMOCRATIC JUDGES GIVING BACK

Attorney Jeralynn Manor, second from right, Pastor Terrance Hall, and Judge Alexandra Smoots-Thomas talking to a member of the community, and listening to his concerns. Attorney Jeralynn Manor was also collecting signatures.

Pastor Terrance Hall is committed to helping seniors and others in the community in any way he can.

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Throughout my career, I have worked hard to develop a reputation for being a fair and dedicated judge. I am determined to apply that reputation as a member of the Texas Supreme Court.

So much of the state's most critical business and citizen's interest come before this court. The Texas Supreme Court is the highest court in the State of Texas for civil matters.

Currently, all 9 Justice seats represent a Republican based mindset influencing the functions of business and the lives of people who may not share that particular mindset. For this very reason, I am asking for your support. Please elect me as your experienced, fair and balanced voice in the Texas Supreme Court.

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2020 Democratic Candidate for Justice, Texas Supreme Court VOTE EARLY: February 18th - 28th, 2020 ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, March 3, 2020

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“VOTE FINCH TO THE BENCH” Back in 2018 Toria J. Finch was“PROUDLY’ endorsed by:

Texas Coalition of Black Democrats The Houston Chronicle Tejano Democrats Our Revolution Houston Lawyers Association AFL-CIO Houston GLBT Political Caucus Pasadena Bar Association Area 5 Democrats Northeast Harris County Ministers Alliance Houston Black American Democrats Houston Association of Women Attorneys Texas Organizing Project

Judge Toria J. Finch HARRIS COUNTY CRIMINAL COURT AT LAW NO. 9

Thank You, Harris County, Texas for Your Vote!!!

We did it! Winning could not have been possible without you. When I announced my candidacy for Judge of Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 9, on July 28th, 2017, I knew that we could win no matter the challenges and adversity that we would face. We won our campaign because of your confidence, your contributions, your prayers, your sacrifices, your unwavering support, and your time. I look forward to continuing to serve Harris County, Texas well and making your vote count each day that I take the bench as your newly elected Presiding Judge of Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 9.

Because of Your Vote, Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 9 will be a court for the People, where the three tenets of Truth, Justice, and Fairness will abound.

Sincerely,

Hon. Toria J. Finch Presiding Judge of Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 9

JUDGE TORIA J. FINCH CONTINUES TO MAKE YOUR VOTE COUNT!

As of January, 1, 2019, Judge Toria J. Finch and her fellow Democratic County Criminal Court at Law Judges Continue to make Your Vote Count:

• Dismissal of the appeal in the ongoing federal bail bond lawsuit • Misdemeanor offender jail population is steadily decreasing • Increased percentages of personal recognizance bonds with appropriate conditions are being issued • New specialty courts are being created to address the needs of our community • Several ongoing efforts aimed at fixing errors and reforming the criminal justice system with innovative ideas to address: discriminatory practices and policies, disproportionate sentencing, increased diversion opportunities, judicial efficiency, mass incarceration, responsible judicial spending of taxpayer dollars, treatment-based rehabilitation, and bridging the gap between the community and the courts.

Judge Toria J. Finch will be up for re-election in 2022.

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JUDGE ERICA HUGHES UNSEATED THE REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT JUDGE NATALIE C. FLEMING BACK ON NOVEMBER 6, 2018 IN HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS — SHE WILL BE RUNNING FOR RE-ELECTION IN THE MARCH 2022 PRIMARY ELECTION AUBREY R. TAYLOR REPORTS©

Judge Erica Hughes will be up for re-election in 2022.

In case you don’t know, Judge Erica Hughes would have still defeated Republican Judge Natalie C. Fleming in the race for Judge, County Criminal Court at Law No. 3 – even without the 105,158 straight-ticket voting cushion she received from Democratic voters in Harris County, Texas back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, in the midterm election. Here’s why: Erica Hughes received 659,197 overall votes.

When you subtract the 515,812 straight-ticket votes, you come up with 143,385 votes. Com-

paratively speaking, if you subtract the 410,654 straight-ticket votes, Judge Natalie C. Fleming received from her overall vote total of 521,594 you come up with 110,940 votes. So, in essence, even if you hypothetically stripped away the straight-ticket votes received by Erica Hughes back in 2018, she would have still unseated Judge Fleming by approximately 32,445 votes back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, in the midterm election in my opinion.

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JUDGE SEDRICK T. WALKER II

"I am extremely grateful to the voters of Harris County for electing me as Judge of Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 11. The 2018 election presented an opportunity to achieve impactful change in our government, and the citizens of Harris County turned out in historic numbers to make their voices heard. I have been given an incredible responsibility, and I am committed to serving on this bench with impartiality, honor, and professionalism." — JUDGE SEDRICK T. WALKER II

HARRIS COUNTY CRIMINAL COURT AT LAW NO. 11 ABOUT JUDGE WALKER

Judge Sedrick T. Walker II is a Houston native and graduate of Texas A&M University. He graduated with honors from A&M in 2005 with a B.S. in Political Science.

After graduating from University of Texas School of Law in Austin, he worked as a prosecutor at the Harris County District Attorney's Office from 2009 to 2012 where he handled thousands of cases ranging from misdemeanors to 1st-degree felonies. His experience included working on every aspect of cases from the initial filing stage, gathering evidence, making grand jury presentations in felony cases, and ultimately the trial phase. As an Assistant DA, he was recognized for his willingness to work long hours, fairness in negotiations with the defense bar, and a constant commitment to a prosecutor’s ultimate duty – to seek justice, not merely to convict.

After working tirelessly in the criminal courtrooms of Harris County for many years he decided to run for the Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 11 bench and won, back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018.

Judge Sedrick T. Walker brings a reasonable and even-keeled approach to the bench and is committed to ensuring that everyone entering his courtroom is treated with professionalism, dignity, and respect.

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“I’M HONORED TO BE YOUR JUDGE!”

“As your judge of the 246th Family District Court, I promise to always serve on this bench with compassion, integrity, and respect.” — JUDGE ANGELA GRAVES-HARRINGTON

“I’M GRATEFUL FOR YOUR PRAYERS AND SUPPORT!” Dear Harris County Voters:

It is indeed an honor and privilege to serve as your judge for the 246th Family District Court in Harris County. Before being elected to the bench, I often reflected on events that have caused me to question the integrity of our courts. In January 2017, President Obama implored us to “grab a clipboard, get some signatures, and run for office” if we were disappointed in our elected officials. As fate would have it, after I entertained the thought of running for judge, I was in the audience when Congressman Castro said, “it’s time to get off the sideline and do something.” At that moment, I knew my time to effectuate change had come, and with your prayers and support, we did it!

I practiced law for over a decade before becoming your judge of the 246th Family District Court. During my time on the other side of the bench, I represented clients in all phases of litigation, from mediations and arbitrations to bench and jury trials. Actively practicing law before becoming a Judge has given me a wealth of technical knowledge, but my family has been the most integral factor in preparing me to serve as a family court judge. As a wife of nearly 16 years (and counting) and mother of two sons, I understand the compassion and empathy required during times of discord and conflict. The practicality of daily family life, coupled with my years of experience representing families, has given me a unique perspective on life and the job I’ve been hired to do. As an officer of the court, I observed judges completely disregarding the rule of law and rendering decisions based on feelings (and sometimes favoritism). Litigants in Harris County courts deserve able, fair, and independent jurists on the bench and I am honored to say that I am already making a difference in Harris County, Texas. As your judge, I am fully committed to interpreting the law honestly and integrally. Every person who enters my courtroom can be confident that my rulings will be based solely on the merits of his or her case.

I can assure you that justice is (now) administered in the 246th Family District Court in a fair, compassionate and impartial manner. My courtroom will continue to be one where we treat everyone with the respect he or she deserves. As your judge, I promise to always serve on this bench with compassion, integrity, and respect. May God continue to bless you and yours.

Your Public Servant,

Judge Angela Graves-Harrington 246th Family District Court, Harris County, Texas

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“I would like to take this moment to thank a few of the organizations that endorsed me back in 2018.” — Judge Angela Graves-Harrington AFL-CIO, Harris County Labor Assembly COPE Clear Lake and Webster (CLAW) Bar Association Communication Workers of America, Local 6222 Houston Chronicle (2018 Democratic Primary) Mexican American Bar Association Houston Houston Black American Democrats Harris County Tejano Democrats

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We must be careful in how we distribute “justice”. The system has the potential to build, destroy, or do nothing. Too often the choice is to label rather than understand.

Someone once told me that no matter how you spin the needle on the wheel of justice the poor, black, brown, addicted, and mentally impaired consistently face disadvantage.

Studies show that many crimes are the outcome of social ills.

Yet, our leaders are more focused on being agencies of punishment and brutality.

If we are honest, we should seek to pull out the roots of the problems — Defeat the impetus as opposed to suppressing the outcomes in perpetuity.”

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NOT AFRAID TO MAKE TOUGH DECISIONS.

As an undergraduate at Tuskegee University, DaSean Jones was a member of Army ROTC. He graduated from college and immediately commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army. DaSean attended the Field Artillery Officer Basic Course and volunteered for his first duty station in Uijongbu, Korea, where he worked as a Multiple Launcher Rocket System Platoon Leader. The Army taught DaSean how to make tough, life changing decisions. And as Judge of the 180th Criminal District Court he’s afforded the unique opportunity to leverage the lessons obtained from his experience as an Army combat arms officer to make tough decisions for the men and women of Harris County, Texas.

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“Making Law and Order EQUAL Justice.”

“Hacer que la Ley y el Orden Sean IGUALES a la Justicia.”

JUDGE DEDRADAVIS 270th CIVIL DISTRICT COURT Dear Harris County:

I want to thank the voters of Harris County, Texas for entrusting me with the honor of serving as your judge of the 270th Civil District Court.

Since taking the bench, I have held to the promises I made while campaigning to be your public servant back in 2018. “Making Law and Order Equal Justice” isn’t just a slogan I made up – it’s a commitment I’ve made to you! I believe every citizen should have a voice and receive a fair day in court. I don’t know about other courtrooms, but in the 270th Civil District Court we treat everyone who enters this courtroom with all of the dignity and respect they deserve by putting “JUSTness” into justice as I rule with a firm, yet compassionate hand.

I love our young people and believe they are our future. One of the ways we help our young people who are a part of civil cases is to allow them to come up onto the bench so they can

see themselves from a position of power and strength. I believe how we see ourselves is extremely important. That’s why, since taking the bench, I’ve allowed over 400 students from various public schools in our area to sit in the judge’s seat in the 270th Civil District Court.

I also love our young adults. One of the ways I am helping to shape the lives of young adults is to have them serve as interns in the 270th Civil District Court. Since taking the bench, I’ve hired over fifteen interns from the Houston area.

Before becoming your judge, for the 270th Civil District Court, I served as a lawyer for 21years, with almost ten years as a civil litigation paralegal, and 23 years as a Certified Mediator.

I’m Dedra Davis, and I’m “Making Law and Order EQUAL Justice,” in Harris County’s 270th Civil District Court.

Judge Dedra Davis Sincerely,

Judge Dedra Davis 270th Civil District Court Harris County, Texas

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Judge Sonya Heath will be up for re-election in 2022.

A judge must be knowledgeable, fair and impartial. Sonya's relevant familiarity and involvement in the process, with 30+ years of legal-related service, (9 years as a licensed attorney, and 23 years as a civil litigation assistant), equip her to be that judge who can identify and understand the distresses and hards h i p s t h a t f a m i l i e s e n c o u n t e r.

Thereby equipping her to assist them in getting back some semblance of their previous lives, and with any success, restore their broken families.

Sonya's previous experience (before being elected to the bench back in 2018) includes The Craig Washington Law Firm, the First Court of Appeals as a judicial intern and Vice Chair of the Young Lawyers Division of the American Bar Association's Family Law Committee. During 2008-2009, she was Vice Chair, Employee Benefits General Committee, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section of the ABA, and she has served on several committees in the Mexican American Bar Association. In 2006, she was a Court Appointed Special Advocate in Rock County, Wisconsin.

Sonya's law practice, accomplishments and committee involvement have prepared her to be a very good judge. Her wealth of experience and first-hand knowledge provide Sonya with the tools that are necessary to be

“HERSTORY” JUDGE SONYA HEATH UNSEATED THE REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT JUDGE LISA A. MILLARD BACK ON NOVEMBER 6, 2018 IN HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS — SHE WILL BE RUNNING FOR RE-ELECTION IN THE MARCH 2022 PRIMARY ELECTION AUBREY R. TAYLOR REPORTS©

In case you don’t know, Judge Sonya Heath would have still defeated Republican Judge Lisa A. Millard in the race for Judge, 310th Family District Court – even without the 105,158 straightticket voting cushion she received from Democratic voters in Harris County, Texas back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, in the midterm election.

Here’s why: Sonya Heath received 663,582 overall votes. When you subtract the 515,812 straight-ticket votes, you come up with 147,770 votes. Comparatively speaking, if you subtract the 410,654 straight-ticket votes, Judge Lisa A. Millard received from her overall vote total of 517,767 you come up with 107,113 votes. So, in essence, even if

you stripped away the straight-ticket votes received

by Judge Sonya Heath back in 2018 she would have still hypothetically unseated the incumbent by approximately 40,657 votes back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, in the midterm election in my opinion.

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a fair and knowledgeable judge. In her personal life, Sonya enjoys and has participated in the BP MS150 cycling event (150+ miles from Houston to Austin). The fundraising event is held annually and serves to bring hope to many who are affected by multiple sclerosis.

Sonya recently completed her tenure as President of the University Area Rotary Club, and was very active with the United States – Russian Intercountry Committee Rotary Exchange.

Sonya also enjoys reading and being actively involved with her church, First United Methodist, downtown branch. Sonya has two adult sons, Christopher and Nicholas, who wholeheartedly support her in this campaign. Her experience, as well as commitment to improving the lives of families, makes her the best candidate for Judge of the 310th Family District Court. By supporting Heath4Judge, you are aiding Sonya and her commitment to supporting families.

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“Prior to becoming the Judge for the 257th Family District Court I practiced before these Courts for more than 30 years. So, I am very sensitive when it comes to the unique issues that arise in family law cases. I believe the citizens of Harris County deserve consistent application of law, courtesy and fairness. And as your Judge for the 257th Family District Court I am up to the challenge of ensuring judicial excellence by ruling decisively and with impartiality.” — JUDGE SANDRA J. PEAKE, 257TH FAMILY DISTRICT COURT IN HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS

“FAMILIES MATTER!”

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Harris County Civil Court at Law #2

Judge Jim Kovach graduated from The University of Houston Law School in 1991 after earning a BBA in Marketing from The University of Texas. Having spent 26 years as an attorney in Harris County, before becoming the Judge for Harris County Civil Court at Law #2, Jim successfully handled more than 10,000 cases. His former law firm represented both Plaintiffs and Defendants, so, his balanced legal experience serves as a great asset to him on the bench. Judge Kovach reviews every case impartially, and not based on some preconceived biases. Whether a person is represented by an attorney or representing themselves, he believes everyone should start the case without any side having an unfair advantage or head start in the courtroom.

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“…In short, this courtroom dealing with youthful offenders needs an overhaul, and the impressive Moore exhibits the commitment to fair and impartial justice that is currently lacking.”

“We’ve searched the Harris County archives and cannot find any election returns from a past Presidential Election Cycle or Midterm Election Cycle showing a woman of color gaining more (Harris County) countywide votes than the 674,976 gained by Michelle Moore back in the Tuesday, November 6, 2018 Midterm Election. So, from a historical perspective, Judge Michelle Moore is indeed a true gem.” – Aubrey R. Taylor, Publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper©

Judge Michelle Moore is Genuine

I care about the children and families of Harris County.

I dedicated my entire legal career to serving the public be-

fore becoming your Judge for the 314th Juvenile District Court in Harris County, Texas. I understand the challenges that modern families face and I promise to make decisions that fit your situation while following the law.

Judge Moore brings a Fresh Perspective to the Bench

I truly believe that all children need love. Adoption is a fundamental necessity in our society.

According to openly published statistics, as of June 2017, over 2,386 children in Harris County were in foster

homes. I intend to do everything within my power as Judge of the 314th Juvenile District Court to reunify families whenever it is safe to do so.

Judge Moore Has a Plan

I believe a three-prong approach is key when working with our troubled youth: rehabilitation programs (plus) mentorship (plus) education is my focus.

I recognize being in a court of law can be very stressful.

Knowing this, I treat every person who comes into the 314th Juvenile District Court with dignity and respect.

Judge Michelle Moore will be up for re-election in 2022.

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JUDGE TONYA JONES HARRIS COUNTY CRIMINAL COURT AT LAW 15

THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT! Dear Harris County Voters:

Judge Tonya Jones will be up for re-election in 2022.

“As your judge of Harris County Criminal County at Law No.15, I am committed to the task for which you have elected me. I will remain accessible and accountable to the vision of a progressive criminal justice system.”

— Judge Tonya Jones, County Criminal Court at Law No. 15

JUDGE TONYA JONES: “Allow me to introduce you to the heart of Court #15. They hold me down and without them I wouldn’t be able to focus on being the best judge I can be. There are no “big I’s or little you’s”...I don’t have staff, I have a team...and my team is pretty solid.”

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“I am honored to serve the extraordinary families, communities, and businesses of this great county in Texas!” — Judge Williams

FOREVER GRATEFUL DEAR HARRIS COUNTY VOTERS:

Judge LaShawn Williams will be up for re-election in 2022.

Not a day has gone by that I have not given thanks to God for bestowing the honor of serving as the judge for Harris County Civil Court at Law No. 3 upon me. An event such as winning an election is life-altering. My team and I worked hard to win back in the 2018 midterms. I lost count of all the places I visited, meeting wonderful people like you. You all gave me encouragement and the much-needed strength to campaign hard. You helped me silence doubt and enabled me to forge forward in faith — trusting God. I could not have done it without you.

Since taking the bench back in January, my court staff and I have conducted over 13 jury trials and have received overwhelmingly good feedback from the 78 jurors who’ve performed their civic duty.

These 78 jurors reported by a survey that Harris County Civil Court at Law No. 3 is doing a great job in the areas of staff performance, efficiency, courtesy, trial management, and the Court’s preparedness. When asked if they would serve again as jurors based on their experience in County Civil Court at Law No. 3, I’m pleased to inform you that

98% of the jurors said they would.

I am eternally grateful for your support, and extend my endless and forever thank you for all that you have done to help me take my rightful place as judge of Harris County Civil Court at Law No. 3.

You all are wonderful, and I know that you have high expectations of judicial excellence of me.

I look forward to meeting and exceeding your expectations every day I take the bench.

Winning my election was a huge step in a great journey. But I look forward to earning your future support and humbly ask for your prayers as my staff, and I strive to make a real difference in Harris County, Texas.

Humbly yours,

LaShawn A. Williams Judge, Harris County Civil Court at Law #3

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PROUDLY SERVING HARRIS COUNTY WITH JUDICIAL EFFICIENCY!

THANK YOU SO MUCH!

“I am thankful for every Harris County voter who cast their ballot to elect me as judge for County Criminal Court at Law #2 back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018. I promise to serve you with impartiality and blind-fold justice. I am appreciative that you’ve bestowed this honor upon me and want you to know that I will adhere to the laws as written. I will be firm, yet fair, and I will evenhandedly work to ensure that no person is pressured to enter plea agreements because of oppressive bond amounts. As your judge of County Criminal Court at Law #2, I will make informed decisions to ensure the punishment fits the crime committed and all people receive indiscriminate treatment in my courtroom.”

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JUDGE RONNISHA BOWMAN UNSEATED THE REPUBLICAN INCUMBENT JUDGE BILL HARMON BACK ON NOVEMBER 6, 2018 IN HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS — SHE WILL BE RUNNING FOR RE-ELECTION IN THE MARCH 2022 PRIMARY ELECTION AUBREY R. TAYLOR REPORTS©

One of the things I love most about Judge Ronnisha Bowman is the fact that she is battle-tested. I mean, she just knows how to win. While she was the underdog in both of her 2018 contests, she (in my book) proved that she can stand on her own and duke it out with the best of them! Yes, she gained my respect back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018, in the Democratic Primary when she faced off against fellow Democrat Harold J. Landreneau. While some doubted this rising “DEMOCRATIC STAR” she showed poise, grace, faith in God, and confidence in her ability to get the job done! And after the smoke had cleared, Ronnisha Bowman had amassed 74,045 votes for 53.07 percent of the vote while Landreneau fell short with 65.491 votes for 46.93 percent of the vote. But she wasn’t done!

After taking out her fellow Democrat, Bowman turned her attention to the November 2018 midterms in what was supposed to be her toughest challenge – unseating the incumbent at the time, Republican Judge Bill Harmon. While many doubted her once again, calling her young and inexperienced, she took it all in stride and kept her eyes firmly affixed on her goal of becoming judge for Harris County Criminal Court #2. And in the end, her hard work, determination, tenacity,

JUDGE, COUNTY CRIMINAL COURT AT LAW #2

and unwavering faith in God propelled her to victory. “I trust God,” she proclaimed to me on Election Night as she looked back over her life in amazement at God’s faithfulness.

In case you don’t remember, Ronnisha Bowman (as a candidate) earned 650,963 votes for 55.24 percent of the vote back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, in the Midterm Election, to unseat Republican Judge Bill Harmon who could only muster 527,402 votes for 44.76 percent of the vote.

So, when you hear uninformed folk say that straightticket voting is the only reason Democrats swept through Harris County, Texas back in 2018 – please share Judge Ronnisha Bowman’s inspiring story with them. After all, even if you stripped away every straight-ticket vote she received back on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, she would have still hypothetically unseated the incumbent judge at the time by more than 18,403 votes in my opinion.

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Fort Bend ISD receives more than $39,000 from Kroger’s Backpack Boosters Initiative

FORT BEND ISD – We appreciate Kroger shoppers for their support of Fort Bend ISD during the store’s Backpack Boosters initiative this year. Because of community-wide support, FBISD is the recipient of $39,285 worth of school supplies.

Backpack Boosters helps fill the gap and alleviate the burden placed on teachers to provide adequate supplies at their own expense. FBISD was among Houston-area school districts to receive a share of $275,000 worth of school supply kits that customers purchased during a two-week period this summer, July 19 through August 6.

“We are extremely grateful for Kroger’s continued support of Fort Bend ISD students in need through its Backpack Boosters initiative,” said Payal Pandit Talati. “This year, the initiative equipped over 4,000 students with school supplies; impacting their path for academic achievement and success in the classroom.”

FBISD will distribute the kits to schools as needed throughout the school year.

Shown during the check presentation (from l-r) are FBISD Collaborative Communities team members Dr. Anthony Indelicato, FBISD Chief of Staff and Collaborative Communities; Tyenise Blackmon, Coordinator; Sparkle Anderson, The Kroger Co, Corporate Affairs Manager; Payal Pandit Talati, Executive Director; and Reba Cook, Executive Assistant.

Judge R.K. Sandill, a Legacy of Progress: • First judge of South Asian descent elected in Texas • First judge in nation to sign an order granting parental leave to counsel • First judge in Harris County to minimize costs and expedite discovery matters • First judge in Harris County to organize a pro bono program for those who can’t find counsel

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Judge Julia Maldonado is running for Re-Election in 2020 Democratic Primary Judge Julia Maldonado and many of her Democratic colleagues are currently preparing to seek their party’s nomination to continue their service to the people of Harris County, Texas. Judge Maldonado will be seeking reelection as your Judge for the 507th Family District Court. Yes, Judge Julia Maldonado is asking for “OUR” vote in the Democratic Party Primary scheduled to be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, in Harris County.

Once Judge Maldonado has earned the Democratic Party nomination in the race for the 507th Family District Court she will need our support again, in the “2020 GENERAL ELECTION” scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, 2020.

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“We need change, not broken promises of reform. I’m running for district attorney because we need a DA for the many, not the few.” — Audia Jones for Harris County District Attorney 2020

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2020 Candidate for Harris County D.A. Rolls Out Policies To Keep People Out of Jail

Audia Jones, 2020 Candidate for Harris County District Attorney recently unveiled her plans for bold progressive reforms in Harris County. She vows to increase public safety while ending mass incarceration. Read more about her plans to bring balance back to sentencing.

THE PLATFORM

Public safety is compromised every day in Harris County because our elected leaders choose to focus the

attention of the criminal justice system on low-level crime while failing to solve and successfully prosecute some of the most serious crimes. This approach is costly, counterproductive, and cruel. It creates a cycle of incarceration that destroys people and families without doing anything to make us safer.

The current District Attorney promised that she would reform this broken system, but sadly little has changed.

We are still locking up people for possessing marijuana and detaining people who are presumed innocent because they cannot afford the high bail amounts requested at the direction of the current District Attorney.

We need to rewrite the rules of our criminal justice system in Harris County. We must focus our resources on holding people accountable for the most serious crimes, and investing in evidence-based services like mental health and drug treatment that we know work to interrupt cycles of crime and help people become stable, contributing members to their families and communities.

That’s the justice system Audia Jones will fight for everyday as your District Attorney.

Audia is running for District Attorney because true

criminal justice reform in Harris County requires policies that will:

Increase Safety While Ending Mass Incarceration; End Excessive Punishment; Ensuring That No One Is Above The Law; Support Crime Survivors; and, Build Community Trust.

INCREASE SAFETY WHILE ENDING MASS INCARCERATION

Incarceration should always be the last resort, but right now we treat incarceration as the default way to hold people accountable. People who pose no threat to public

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“Real change begins the moment we have honest conversations with the people who genuinely want to see change made and make change happen.” — Audia Jones for Harris County District Attorney 2020

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safety should not be jailed, particularly when they’re only there because they can’t afford to pay to get out. As District Attorney, Audia will stop seeking cash bail and will seek to eliminate pretrial incarceration unless necessary to ensure community safety or to prevent willful failure to return to court.

Furthermore, we must recognize that the incarceration for certain criminal offenses does little to increase public safety, and, instead, only makes our communities more dangerous by making people and their families even less stable. This is particularly true for brown and black

families, because prosecution of low-level crimes contribute to a persistent racial imbalance in our criminal justice system- for example, even though Latinos, African-Americans and white people use marijuana at the same rate, Latinos and African-Americans are more likely to be arrested, charged, and convicted than their white counterparts.

In order to focus on those crimes that affect public safety, Audia will de-prioritize low level offenses like marijuana possession and criminal trespass when the trespass occurred due to a person’s homelessness. The prosecution of these cases in particular draws vital resources and attention away from the cases that need it the most, and contribute to racial disparities in our criminal justice system.

Harris County must also focus on programs that build

both the individual and their community. Audia will expand no-fee diversion programs, which have been shown to reduce rates of re-arrest, for crimes such as theft, and crimes of poverty and homelessness. She will ensure that prosecutor-led diversion programs are administered in ways that are fair to citizens and non-citizens alike, and that ability to pay fees is not a barrier to treatment. Possession of small amounts of narcotics will be handled effectively, by treating the problem as one of a public health issue and not something that the criminal justice system can solve on it’s own.

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“We need change, not broken promises of reform. I’m running for district attorney because we need a DA for the many, not the few.” — Audia Jones for Harris County District Attorney 2020

ENDING EXCESSIVE PUNISHMENT

Harris County has sent more people to death row than any other county in Texas. The retrograde practice risks the execution of a wrongly convicted person, serves no purpose beyond retribution, and is disproportionately applied to people of color. As District Attorney, Audia Jones will use her voice at the legislature to oppose capital punishment in Texas and she will end Harris County’s ignoble position as one of the country’s largest producers of death sentences and executions.

Our prisons have become one of the largest health care providers in the country for older Americans who have spent decades behind bars for crimes they committed in their youth. Moreover, there are thousands of people serving long or life sentences in Texas that have served enough time, transformed their lives while incarcerated, and no longer present any serious safety risk to the community. Audia Jones will actively advocate for parole and compassionate release for those who are elderly or sick, and for everyone who has earned a second chance to re-enter society as a productive neighbor and community member.

NO ONE IS ABOVE THE LAW

While our criminal justice system targets the poor, people of color, the homeless, and those who are mentally ill, more serious crimes and abuses of power are far too often left unpunished. This is why Audia Jones will follow best practices and expand oversight to hold all individuals equally accountable under the law including, Powerful Actors, to increase public trust in law enforcement while decreasing socially-damaging crimes.

We must also make sure that the people and corporations who commit serious harms to our environment through their criminal actions are held accountable, and

that people and corporations that steal wages from our most vulnerable communities are not able to do so without consequence.

Finally, it is a black-eye to our justice system that nearly 40% of homicides go unsolved. Nothing undermines confidence in the law and respect for law enforcement than failing to solve murders while focusing resources on marijuana prosecutions.

We have too much punishment and too little accountability. As District Attorney, Audia will ensure that resources saved by ending unnecessary prosecution and imprisonment of poor people will be redirected to investigate high-level and violent cases in an adequate and timely manner, ensuring that we can justly prosecute those offenses that affect our communities the most, in a way that does not punish race or poverty.

SUPPORT CRIME SURVIVORS

For too long, the primary way that prosecutors show crime survivors that we care about the harm done to them is to treat the person who committed the harm as harshly as possible — locking them up and throwing away the key. However, a recent survey of Texas crime survivors shows that harsh treatment of the offender is not the support that survivors want or need.

What crime survivors want most is to make sure that the harm never happens to them or anyone else again.

This is especially important because crime survivors often live in the same homes and often even in the same bodies as people who perpetrate harm. Since most people who go to jail or prison will re-enter society again, the smartest course of action is to focus resources on stopping the cycle of harm.

That’s why the vast majority of crime survivors want their elected leaders to focus just as much on investing far more resources on treatment and prevention as they do on punishment. Instability and vulnerability breed cycles of

harm and violence. So, when we focus on drug treatment, mental health services, or job training we make people more stable and connected to their communities, and therefore less likely to be a perpetrator or victim of crime in the future.

BUILDING COMMUNITY TRUST

Audia Jones recognizes that repeated systemic failures and broken promises of reform have severely eroded public trust in Harris County’s criminal justice system.

Under her leadership, the Harris County D.A.’s Office will establish a community advisory board to provide community leaders with a public forum to voice concerns or provide feedback regarding office policies and actions.

The District Attorney’s office will also assign public points of contact for communities, hold frequent town halls for public comment, and clearly communicate reasons for prosecutorial action or inaction regarding cases in the public interest.

Audia will use her platform as Harris County District Attorney to advocate for important policy reforms and investment in our communities, such as in education, housing, and healthcare, and pledges to work with other county officials and departments to meet these shared goals.

It’s long past time to acknowledge that Harris County’s social and economic problems will not be solved by prosecution and incarceration. We will build a safer, stronger Harris County by holding more people accountable, ending excessive punishment, and decreasing our bloated jail and prison populations and preparing people to thrive back home in their families and communities.

After enduring decades of abuse and mistreatment, our communities have had enough. We need big, bold reform not more broken promises. Audia Jones is running for District Attorney because we need a District Attorney who will fight for all of us.

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Fort Bend County strives to be the most family friendly community in Texas by providing a high quality, enriching and safe environment. Each department and elective office provides fast, friendly service to its customers and continually strives to be number one in efficiency and effectiveness. The Commissioners Court fulfills its leadership role by providing necessary resources to the offices and departments to accomplish their duties and goals by establishing budgets, policies and procedures to make the most efficient use of the resources and by actively pursuing quality businesses to locate in Fort Bend County.

The Gulf of Mexico is located only 50 miles from Fort Bend County and its close proximity helps to hold the summer and winter temperatures to moderate levels. Extremes in climatic changes are usually short in duration.

View current weather conditions.

Natural Resources

Fort Bend County has approximately 11 square miles of surface water in rivers, creeks and small lakes. The County is drained by the Brazos and San Bernard Rivers as well as Oyster Creek. The Brazos River formed a broad alluvial valley, up to ten miles wide in places. The

resulting fertile soils have been a major contributing factor to the agricultural industry in the County.

The three permanently floatable waterways in Fort Bend County are the Brazos River, the San Bernard River south of Farm to Market Road 442, and Oyster Creek south of State Highway 6. The San Bernard River south of Interstate Highway 10 is a seasonally floatable waterway, shared on the west with adjacent counties. Soils vary from the rich alluvial soils in the Brazos River Valley to sandy loam and clay on the prairies. Native trees include pecan, oak, ash and cottonwood, with some old bottomland forests remaining along waterways.

Mineral resources include oil, gas, and sulfur. Sand, clay, and gravel are commercially produced.

Location

Fort Bend County is located in the Houston metropolitan area of southeast Texas. It encompasses a total of 875.0 square miles (562,560 acres). The terrain varies from level to gently rolling with elevations from 46 to 127 feet above sea level, with an average elevation of 85 feet.

US 59 traverses the center of the County from northeast to southwest, while US 90A crosses from east to west.

State Highways (SH) 6, 36 and 99 provide important north-south routes. Neighboring counties are Austin, Brazoria, Harris, Waller and Wharton.

Climate

WWW.FORTBENDCOUNTYTX.GOV The growing season is 296 days, with an average annual rainfall of 45.3 inches. The average first freeze date in the fall is December 7, and the average last freeze date is February 14. Temperatures range from a mean minimum in January of 41º to a mean maximum in July of 93º.

MANISH SETH REPUBLICAN PARTY PRIMARY — TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2020

FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE HOUSE DISTRICT 27 MANISH SETH: “First and foremost, I am a family man. I have been married to my wife, Rumana, for over 20 years. We are blessed to have two wonderful daughters. My priority in life is to be the best husband and father to these three remarkable women God has so graciously put in my life.

My roots are in this Fort Bend community. I am a proud member and contributor to the community that has given me so much. I have served this community tirelessly by dedicating time to causes near and dear to my heart. As a Board Member & Treasurer on the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce, I worked closely with small businesses to ensure they had the most prudent growth strategies. I have also served on AccessHealth (Board Member), Cullinan Park Conservancy Board (Board Member), Ridge Point Orchestra Booster Association (Treasurer), and Fort Bend Republican Party (Treasurer). Most recently, I was appointed by Governor Greg Abbott to the One Call Commission Board, which has allowed me to serve at the State level.

I was raised in this area and was able to take the opportunities presented to me and capitalize on them. I plan to take my experiences and work to bring opportunities to District 27. I want to bring a perspective of knowing the area since childhood to our House seat, and to use my experiences in growing a business, hiring people, and working with others to build our District 27 House seat.”

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There are several areas I want to focus on:

Education: We have to work with the local schools to continue providing a long-term educational plan for our children. This includes providing activities to enhance learning after normal school hours. It also means finding ways to provide skills to help the next generation transition from high school and skills to help when they enter the workforce. But it’s not just the children; it’s also the teachers. Making sure our teachers are paid fairly and are given the necessary resources from the State.

Business: District 27 is rapidly changing, and as data shows, many new people are moving to our District. With the influx of people, the District needs to continue to promote business and provide a pro-business growth environment. Local businesses that provide jobs must become a priority. To attract businesses to our community, infrastructure planning must happen at the State level. From my experience working with start-ups to large companies, I believe I have the skills of a “Business Acumen” to take this to the State Legislature to advocate on behalf of our District.

Healthcare: As someone who deals with several different healthcare clients, and through my work with AccessHealth, I have seen first-hand the need for healthcare services in our District. I also have experience in working to make sure it comes in a cost-efficient manner. We must look at ways to make sure our State is taking care of Texans, all Texans. Whether it’s our children, the elderly, or our veterans, we must ensure healthcare is accessible to all.

Property Taxes: We live in a very desirable District. As the demand for property in our area increases, so does our property taxes. Property tax laws have changed, and I will monitor to make certain the changes are positive for District 27.

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About Judge Sandill

Judge Ravi K. Sandill is a Texan, husband, dad and cancer survivor, who is running to continue serving the people of Harris County on the 127th District Court. Ravi grew up on military bases throughout Texas, attended college in Austin, and graduated from law school in Houston. He has served as Judge of the 127th since 2009 and is the first ever district court judge in Texas of South Asian descent.

Grounded in Service

Judge Sandill is from a military family and learned the value of service at a young age. His father, Retired Lt. Col. Brij Sandill, served in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Air Force for a combined 28 years. Ravi spent most of his childhood at Fort Hood Army Base in Killeen, Texas and Sheppard Air Force Base in Wichita Falls, later moving with his family to Royal Air Force Station Lakenheath, England. Following high school in England, Ravi attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he obtained a degree in government and served as a summer intern for President Bill Clinton’s Council of Economic Advisors.

Judge Sandill went on to earn his law degree from the University of Houston Law Center, where he was an active participant in the law school’s moot court team and an editor on the Houston Journal of International Law.

Private and Public Sector Experience

After graduating law school, Judge Sandill worked as a briefing attorney for Murry Cohen, Senior Justice on Texas’s First District Court of Appeals. He then went into private practice in Houston, where he focused on commercial, appellate, and trade secret litigation for a number of years.

Ravi first ran for judge in 2008, defeating a 28-year incumbent to become judge of the 127th. Since 2009, Judge Sandill has presided over more than 225 civil trials and has

adjudicated over 15,000 matters. He consistently receives high ratings among lawyers in Harris County and was easily reelected to a third term as judge in November 2016. Judge Sandill is committed to streamlining access to the courthouse and has implemented a number of cost and time saving measures to better serve the people of Harris County.

Overcoming Adversity

As a young attorney and just two months before he was to marry his law school classmate, Ravi was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, a cancer of the blood cells. He got married while undergoing chemotherapy and radiation, but the cancer returned just six months later, requiring Ravi to undergo a stem-cell transplant at age 27. Ravi has been cancer free for over fourteen years and is forever grateful to the doctors and nurses who treated him and to his wife, Kelly, who supported him along the way. Although his illness left him unable to have biological children, Ravi did not let that stop him from becoming a father. In 2006, he and Kelly adopted their son, Asher, who is the greatest blessing of their lives.

serves on the Board of Directors of the American Leadership Forum (Houston), is an Alexis de Toqueville member of the United Way, and has served as a Board Trustee for the Leukemia Lymphoma Society’s Gulf Coast Chapter. A strong supporter of public education, Ravi is also on the advisory board of iSTEM, an educational program that aims to better prepare students in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and math, and serves as a volunteer with HISD’s Real Men Read program.

Judge Sandill has been recognized as an Extraordinary Minority by Texas Lawyer magazine and in 2015 was honored to receive the Achievement in Public Service Award from the University of Houston’s Alumni Association. In 2019, Judge Sandill was named Trial Judge of the Year by the Hispanic Bar Association of Houston.

Ravi, his wife Kelly, a partner at the law firm of Hunton AK LLP, and their son Asher live in central Houston, where Asher attends public school.

Giving Back

Judge Sandill is aware of the privilege and honor of serving the public, and he works tirelessly to give back to the legal community and to the people of Harris County. For over 10 years, Ravi served on the Executive Board of the Garland R. Walker American Inn of Court, an organization dedicated to improving the skills, professionalism and ethics of lawyers, and he is a frequent speaker on legal topics throughout Texas and the nation. He is a fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, the Houston Bar Foundation, and the Houston Young Lawyers’ Foundation, and serves on the Board of Directors of the University of Houston Law Center’s Alumni Association. He has also co-chaired numerous Houston Bar Association Committees, including the Minority Opportunities in the Law Profession Committee, which received a President’s Award from the State Bar in 2013.

Judge Sandill is also active in his local community. He

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Black Voters Make Texas Biggest Battleground State In 2020 Carroll G. Robinson

Texas is now the Biggest Battleground State (BBGS) in America because it has the largest Black population in America.

If Texas Democrats invest in registering one million new Black Democratic voters for the 2020 General Election, educating them on the need to Vote the Entire Ballot From Top To Bottom because there will be no straight ticket voting in 2020, and turnout 1.5 million Black Democratic voters in 2020, Democrats will turn Texas Blue.

If Texas Democrats invest in a Black to Blue strategy of voter registration, voter education and Black GOTV, not only will Democrats win the White House, we will

also elect a Democratic United States Senator from Texas, retake the Texas State House, secure a Democratic State House Speaker, send more Texas Democrats to Congress, win statewide executive, regulatory and judicial elections as well as sweep county elections and county judicial races all across Texas.

Black voters, especially Black women, will decide if Texas moves from a battleground state to a solid Blue state in 2020.

Texas will turn Blue in 2020 if Texas (and national) Democratic Party leaders recognize and acknowledge that Black Voters are the Decisive Voters in turning Texas Blue in 2020.

Black voters have been, and still are, the most loyal voting block and constituency in the Texas and national Democratic Party coalition.

If Texas--and national--Democratic Party leaders really want the biggest bang for their investment in winning Texas in 2020, then their priority must be investing in Black voter registration, education and

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turnout because it will produce the best and highest return on their investment. Black voters vote 90% or more for Democrats. No other group comes close to that level of political support, commitment and loyalty.

It's time for Black voter loyalty to be fully acknowledged, recognized, rewarded and respected. If Democrats have not already recognized it by now, Democrats can't win, and won't turn Texas Blue, without massive Black voter turnout in 2020. To do that, the Democratic Party at the national, state and county levels must all hire local Black consultants, policy advisors and field organizers and also invest in local Black media outlets, radio and newspapers, and in mail, robocalls and door knocking in the Black community all across Texas; rural, suburban and urban.

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I’M A LIFE-LONG DEMOCRAT

Dear Texans:

Currently, all 9 Justice seats represent a Republican based mindset influencing the functions of business and the lives of people who may not share that particular mindset. For this very reason, I am asking for your support. Please elect me as your experienced, fair and balanced voice in the Texas Supreme Court.

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George and His Wife Carla are Lifelong Democrats

George Goffney, Jr. has dedicated his life and career to energy and law enforcement. Having grown up in the rural community of Dickinson, Texas – just south of the Houston Metroplex – Mr. Goffney, has always exhibited a dedication to and need for a safe and functional community that embraces respect, diversity and ethical practices.

Upon graduating from Dickinson High School, Mr. Goffney attended College of the Mainland while working in the Chemical and Energy Sector. Attaining a degree as a technology operator, he secured employment at Rohm & Haas where he made a successful career as a plant operator and most tenured operator. In the transactional merging of Rohm & Haas with Dow Chemicals, leadership elected to keep Mr. Goffney on as the most tenured Plant Operator/Trainer with 40+ years of experience.

During his time at Rohm & Haas, George continued his education by attending the police academy at College of the Mainland. Having successfully graduated and passing the TCLEOSE exam, Mr. Goffney was commissioned as a certified police officer and joined the Galveston County Sherriff’s Department. Working diligently within the community, in neighborhoods, building relationships with business owners and young people - Mr. Goffney became a community icon having made his presence known in his local community and hometown.

Mr. Goffney is a native Texan and takes great joy in caring for his mother whom resides in Dickinson, Texas. He is the father of seven and grandfather of twelve. He married to City of Houston Fire Fighter Carla West Goffney and they reside in Friendswood, Texas. In their spare time they enjoy travel, spending time with the grandchildren and hosting family events at home.

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Judge Maria T. Jackson kicks off campaign for Harris County Commissioner Precinct 1

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Former Judge Maria T. Jackson is challenging Commissioner Rodney Ellis in the Tuesday, March 3, 2020, Democratic Primary race for Harris County Commissioner Precinct #1.

Jackson’s supporters include family members of Commissioner El Franco Lee, who served Precinct 1 for many years up until his death in 2016.

HOUSTON - Standing on the steps of the Harris County Courthouse and surrounded by more than 60 friends, family and supporters, Judge Maria T. Jackson today kicked off her campaign to be the next commissioner for Harris County Precinct 1.

“I ask you to look around,” said Judge Jackson. “This looks like Harris County. I embrace our diversity, our thoughts, cultures and needs. Precinct 1 is where I was born and raised, and I have been serving this community for 30 years.”

Jackson’s supporters include family members of Commissioner El Franco Lee, who served Precinct 1 for many years up until his death in 2016. She also enjoys the backing of the current and former presidents of the Houston Police Officers Union and many others in local law enforcement. She is a former teacher and one of the founders of the first YES Academy, which began in Sunnyside. She presided over the 339th felony state district court for the last 11 years. Prior to that, she served for five years as a municipal court judge for the City of Houston.

“I am running because Harris County is at a crossroads,” said Jackson. “I have

seen up close and personal what is happening with the current administration.

Precinct 1 is drowning due to a lack of leadership. I am committed to public service. I know I can make a difference for our community. We deserve better and I want to make that happen.”

As a senior administration judge, Jackson oversaw and managed structural reform and improvement within the criminal justice system. She has finance experience from working as a municipal bond attorney and believes her leadership and management skills can be used to achieve positive change on commissioners court.

Jackson is developing a sixpoint campaign platform that includes transparent fiscal management, public safety, flooding and infrastructure, senior and youth programs, education and job training, business opportunities and prosperity.

“I took a leap of faith in stepping off the bench to invest in you,” said Jackson.

“Now I ask that you invest in me to be your Harris County commissioner for Precinct 1.

I promise I will represent you with honesty, integrity and fairness. I will be a commissioner for all.”

Harris County Commissioner candidate Maria T. Jackson defines campaign platform and launches digital presence

HOUSTON - Judge Maria T. Jackson has taken another huge step in her campaign to bring new ideas and new blood to Harris County Precinct One with the launch of her six-point campaign platform and robust digital presence.

"I took a leap of faith by leaving my position as judge because I believe we deserve better," said Jackson. "My priorities as your commissioner will be keeping you safe, reducing flooding, adding jobs, expanding access to healthcare, improving educational opportunities for our kids, and getting government working better."

Jackson's campaign website is available here. She is also launching

Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages.

"Just look around," said Jackson.

"Is your life any better now than it was before my opponent took office? People are still displaced from Harvey.

There has been no progress toward reducing the risk of future flooding.

Nothing is being done to encourage economic development and job creation. Lastly, public safety and criminal justice are a second thought to our current commissioner and as a result our community is suffering."

Judge Jackson is a lifelong resident of Harris County Precinct One. She helped found YES Academy. She was a municipal judge and served eleven years as presiding Judge of the 339th State District Court in Harris County before stepping down to become the next commissioner for Harris County Precinct One. She earned a bachelor's in political science from the University of Texas at Arlington and a law degree from Texas A & M. Judge Jackson is a mentor for atrisk youth, high school students, law students and young lawyers. She is a lifetime member of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, active in the Houston Chapter of Links, Inc., a sustaining member of the Harris County Democratic Party, a member of Lakewood Church and a member of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority.

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...Attorney Jeralynn C. Manor Will Seek to Unseat Judge Larry Weiman in the Tuesday, March 3, 2020, Democratic Primary AUBREY R. TAYLOR REPORTS©

One of the most intriguing races on the Tuesday, March 3, 2020, Democratic Party Primary ballot in Harris County, Texas will be the race for Judge of the 80th, Civil District Court.

In this race you will have a 17-year legal veteran in Attorney Jeralynn C. Manor, a life-long Democrat seeking to unseat a sitting Democratic judge whom she feels needs to go. Can she accomplish her objective? The answer to this question is YES. Will she accomplish her objective? The answer to this question will depend on whether she can get the financial support she needs to do so. Now, don’t get me wrong, Attorney Manor is more than capable of self-funding her entire Democratic Party Primary run. However, no “DULY-QUALIFIED” candidate should have to do so in my opinion. Thus, as you prepare to make an informed voting decision in 2020, please keep in mind that Attorney Jeralynn C. Manor is a “DULYQUALIFIED” lifelong Democrat who values and respects your vote. And on top of that, she will need donations to accomplish her goal of becoming a member of the judiciary.

A PERFECT EXAMPLE OF A JUDGE GETTING UNSEATED IN A DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY

In the past, local attorneys have been reluctant to challenge Democratic sitting judges in their party’s primary. We see such few challenges to incumbents, partly because of the huge war-chests, they are typically sitting on. And another reason is because of the negative feedback the potential challenger could potentially receive from pundits and other inner-party operatives. However, one doesn't have to delve too far into the annals of Harris

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County history to see a perfect example of how a Democratic incumbent can be unseated by a “DULY-QUALIFIED” challenger who is unafraid to challenge them. For example, back in the 2018 Democratic Primary election race for Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 3, Position 2, Judge Don Coffey lost to his Democratic challenger — Lucia Bates a life-long Democrat. After leading Bates in absentee voting by a total 1,629 (ABSENTEE BALLOTS) for Judge Don Coffey, to 803 (ABSENTEE BALLOTS) for Lucia Bates the wheels came off for Judge

Coffey as Bates’ “GROUND-GAME” grassroots strategy proved too much for Judge Coffey to handle. In case you don’t know, Bates, the Democratic challenger beat Judge Coffey in (EARLY VOTING) ballots by a total of 2,817 early votes for Lucia Bates, to 2,287 early votes for Judge Coffey. And she really ran up the numbers on actual (ELECTION DAY) ballots by receiving 2,497 election day votes, to Judge Coffey’s 1,640 election day votes.

So, in the end, Lucia Bates unseated Judge Don Coffey (the incumbent) Democrat by gaining 6,117 overall votes, or 52.40%, while Judge Coffey could only muster 5,556 overall votes for 47.60% in his re-election bid to earn the Democratic nomination back in 2018.

ATTORNEY MANOR IS SEEKING TO UNSEAT JUDGE LARRY WEIMAN IN 2020

In case you don’t know, Attorney Jeralynn C. Manor has her own personal wealth, so, she is more than capable of (self-funding) her campaign to unseat Judge Larry Weiman. However, it is incumbent upon community stake-

ris County, Texas chose to not cast a ballot in the race for Judge, 80th Civil District Court for one reason or another.

THE 2012 GENERAL ELECTION

On Tuesday, November 6, 2012, Larry Weiman, the Democratic incumbent was challenged by his Republican rival Richard Risinger. As what is customary in Harris County, Risinger, the Republican jumped out to an early lead during the (ABSENTEE BALLOT) phase of the game by receiving 39,090 (ABSENTEE VOTES), to Weiman’s 30,545 (ABSENTEE VOTES). Richard Risinger also beat Weiman in the (EARLY VOTING) phase of the game by receiving 335,208 (EARLY VOTES), to Weiman’s 331,898 (EARLY VOTES). However, Judge Larry Weiman, like many of his other Democratic colleagues on the strength of President Barack Obama running for re-election to his second term as the first African American President of the United States was able to overtake his Republican rival with a robust Election Day turnout. As a refresher, Judge Weiman received 213,244 (ELECTION DAY VOTES), for 50.78% of the vote, while his Republican challenger, Richard Risinger could only muster 183,687 (ELECTION DAY VOTES), for 49.22% of the vote in his losing bid.

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holders, attorneys, and ordinary citizens to understand that people who are willing to step up to the plate and run for public office need “OUR” support. In the case of Manor, she is seeking to unseat a sitting judge who has been on the bench since winning the seat back in the 2008 Presidential Election, which featured President Barack Obama in his history-making feat.

THE BOOK ON JUDGE WEIMAN

Back in 2008,Larry Weiman defeated two opponents to earn the Democratic nomination in the race for Judge, 80th Civil District Court. In case you don’t remember, Larry Weiman received 86,700 votes for 35.45% of the vote. Marc Isenberg received 85,662 votes, for 35.03% of the vote. And Tanner Garth received 72,196 votes for 29.52% of the vote. Because no candidate received a majority of the vote, Larry Weiman, and Marc Isenberg advanced to the Tuesday, April 8, 2008, Runoff Election where Larry Weiman defeated Marc Isenberg by gaining 5,539 votes, for 59.09% of the vote, to Isenberg’s 3,835 votes, for 40.91% of the vote.

THE 2008 GENERAL ELECTION

After defeating Isenberg in the 2008 Democratic Primary “RUNOFF ELECTION”, Larry Weiman went on to also defeat Republican Judge Lynn M. Bradshaw-Hull in the Tuesday, November 4, 2008, Presidential Election in Harris County, Texas. In case you don’t remember, Larry Weiman (the challenger) trailed Judge Lynn M. BradshawHull heavily in the (ABSENTEE BALLOT) category. Judge Bradshaw-Hull received 38,657 (ABSENTEE BALLOTS), while Larry Weiman received 21,136 (ABSENTEE BALLOTS). However, Weiman, like many of his Democratic colleagues were able to ride the “OBAMA WAVE” to victory. In the end, Weiman defeated Judge Lynn M. Bradshaw-Hull by gaining 557,399 overall votes, for 50.48% of the vote. While Judge Bradshaw-Hull only managed to receive 546,856 overall votes.

THE 2012 DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY

Back in 2012, Larry Weiman did not draw a challenger in the Tuesday, May 29, 2012, Democratic Primary. But in case you’re wondering, he still received 6,830 (ABSENTEE VOTES), 20,780 (EARLY VOTES), and 54,128 overall votes. However, 22,358 Democratic Primary voters in Har-

Back in 2016, Larry Weiman did not draw a challenger in the Tuesday, March 1, 2016, Democratic Primary. But in case you’re wondering, he still received 11,001 (ABSENTEE VOTES), 48,311 (EARLY VOTES), and 146,841 overall votes. However, 80,325 Democratic Primary voters in Harris County, Texas chose to not cast a ballot in the race for Judge, 80th Civil District Court for one reason or another.

DEMOCRATS FLEXING MUSCLE

A lot of folks look back on the 2016 Presidential Election as a turning point as it relates to Harris County politics.

However, the 2016 election cycle was more about what was happening at the top-of-the-ballot in the race for President of the United States between Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump than it was about individual down-ballot judicial races. That being said, 2016 was a “STRAIGHT-TICKET” voting nightmare for the Harris County Republican Party as they suffered the “BIGGEST” defeat in the 71-year history of their party at the time. Get this, every Democrat running for office back in 2016, including Judge Larry Weiman in the race for the 80th Civil District Court enjoyed a 70,367 “STRAIGHT-TICKET” voting advantage over their Republican counterparts. So, the 2016 election cycle was more of a “COLLECTIVE ACHIEVEMENT”, or victory for the Harris County Democratic Party as a whole, than it was about individual strength of the Democratic ballot.

After all, comparatively speaking, 472,030 Democrats voted a “STRAIGHT-TICKET” back in the 2016 Presidential Election in Harris County, versus 401,663 Republicans.

NO MORE STRAIGHT TICKET VOTING

It is imperative that “WE” do our very best to make sure that we are electing “DULY-QUALIFIED” who value our vote, prayers, and support when we go to the polls in 2020.

Why? There won’t be any “STRAIGHT-TICKET” voting on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, in the Presidential Election.

So, Democrats must make sure that they nominate a field of candidates in their Tuesday, March 3, 2020, Democratic Party Primary who will help them to drive out their base.

IMPORTANCE OF THE BLACK VOTE

In closing, nobody can argue how important the Black vote is on the local and national stage for the Democratic Party. However, there are too many occurrences where the Black community is left feeling unappreciated. Heck, even Tom Perez, Chairman of the Democratic National Committee was quoted as saying, “Black women are the backbone of the Democratic Party, and we can’t take that for granted.” Well, the nomination process that’s scheduled to take place on Tuesday, March 3, 2020, is going to be a proving ground for Democrats in Harris County, Texas if you ask me.

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Jeralynn Manor -B.S. Administration of Justice- 1998-TSU J.D.2001 TSU License All Texas State Courts Southern District of Texas/Bankruptcy Court

Jeralynn 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 17 plus 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. Here, Manor was of but a handful (at times the only) African American Woman fee attorney for these title companies in Houston.

Throughout her fee attorney and escrow practice, Manor closed and played an integral role in helping thousands of Texas to achieve homeownership.

Manor currently practices in the areas of Immigration, Mass Tort, Personal Injury, Civil Rights

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and, Employment Law. Manor works alongside with her husband Rod L. Manor, at the Manor Law Firm PC, who handles the firm’s Criminal Defense

division. Together, they are a force to be reckoned with in the legal community.

Manor is a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc.,

Texas Trial Lawyers Association, the Pro Bono College of the Texas State Bar, and a member of the Champions of Justice Society of the Texas Equal Access to Justice. NAACP- Life Member and Boy Scouts of America (served as Den Mother to my son’s pack) She is also on the board of directors of The Black Heritage Society/Original MLK Parade Foundation. This nonprofit has been in existence since 1978. Under the direction of the late Ovide Ducantell and with IPM license from the King Center in Atlanta, GA., commissioned by the late Martin Luther King Sr. (Daddy King), Houston is home to the very first and the original Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade.

Manor enjoys being a mother to her three children Taft (17), Rogdrick (13), and Brooklynn (7). Manor instills into her children the same values of hard work, dedication, service to all mankind and love, passed on to her by her father, the late Sgt. Jerome M. Dupre.

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A Home Grown Leader Standing Tall for Our Kids, and Our Community.

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DEAR PRECINCT 3 VOTERS:

I’m dedicated and committed to community service. Thus, I’m grateful for the trust that has been bestowed upon me by you, the voters of Harris County Precinct 3. It has been both an honor and privilege to serve as your Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 3, Position 1 for these past few years. As I have traveled the precinct serving you, I have seen how vital it is to have a Justice of the Peace with a heart for our community. So, I hope and trust that my track-record of service has proven my love for our community and has earned me the opportunity to continue my service as your Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 3, Position 1.

Our community is uniquely positioned to continue to be one of the fastest-growing in Harris County, and with our ever-changing demographics, I plan to continue the long-lasting traditions of humility, pride, and integrity we deserve. I have tremendous respect for our community and see it as my duty to continue to give back as your humble public servant. After all, I am still, a Northeast Houston boy who has a heart for our community and will serve it until the day I die. So, please consider casting your vote for me again in 2020. And yes, I want to continue to be your Justice of the Peace for Precinct 3, Position 1; but I can only do so with your vote, prayers, and support in 2020 and beyond.

Thank you,

Joe Stephens

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Making an impact requires more than making promises and leaving a good yet, fleeting impression.

Making an impact involves empowering people to make positive changes in their lives and leaving a legacy of prosperity, health, and safety in our community. As Justice of The Peace for Precinct 3, Position 1, my goals have centered on making such an impact.

Since I took office in 2017, I have implemented initiatives that change attitudes and behaviors, contributing to a healthier, safer, and more empowered community.

Justices of the Peace are well-known for our duties related to traffic court, evictions, personal disputes, juvenile issues, and marriages. I am committed not only to executing these duties but also to, our community on a greater scale through programs that include teaching, training, and research. These programs were designed to empower members of our community to develop sustainable positive attitudes and behaviors. Below are some examples of our impact programs in Precinct 3, Position #1: * Boys Rock 2 Life Skills mentoring program was created to support the mentorship of young men in the 7th thru 12th grades. This unique, one-day, fun-filled workshop connects participants with local schoolbased partners, law enforcement, local leaders, and clergy. Since its inception, the program has served over 800 young men and their families. The program teaches fundamental life skills while helping the young men prepare for future careers. The program focuses specifically on professional attire, money management, and constructive interactions with law enforcement. * TRIAD Prevention Program provides countywide services to intervene with youth and families.

One of the nine programs that operate under the TRIAD program is the JP Court Liaison. The Liaison works with youth and families who appear before the JP court for various class c misdemeanor offenses including: truancy, shop lifting, disorderly conduct, and disruption of school classes. JP, Precinct 3, position 1, hosts an annual breakfast with the TRIAD Liaison, Harris County Juvenile Court Representatives, and over five different School District’s representatives staff liaisons. * Educational Seminars are available to increase the knowledge our citizens have of their rights and benefits. These educational seminars include the following:

Tenants and Landlord Rights - a courtroom discussion on evictions, self-help remedies, surety bonds, appeals, and much more;

Veterans Brown Bag Luncheon - a seminar for veterans to discuss applying for VA benefits, medical care, and transportation, and much more; Community Interaction meeting with Law Enforcement to help build a better, safer community; Teen Court for students interested in a career in the judicial system, community service project, and much more;

• Community Engagement

Holiday Food Distributions Back To School Backpacks & School Supplies Donations First Responder during natural disasters Cody’s Law – testified in Austin over the Years, House Bill 76 passed 2019- for ecg screening to prevent Sudden Cardiac Death in student-athletes Board of Trustees at Galena Park ISD Galena Park/ Jacinto City Rotary Barrett Station Civic League LULAC Council

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Fredericka Phillips is a mother, judge, and community organizer. She is a native of Beaumont, Texas where she began her early involvement in politics and law through her participation in voter registration drives and canvasses with local civic organizations including the Beaumont Branch of the NAACP. Fredericka attended college at Lamar University Beaumont where she received a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice graduating cum laude in 1996. She attended law school in Houston at South Texas College of Law where she was a member of law review. Fredericka received her Juris Doctorate in May 2000 and practiced law in for over 17 years law representing clients across the country in state and federal courts including successfully arguing cases before the US Fifth Circuit and the Texas Supreme Court.

Fredericka’s practice covered all areas of civil litigation from personal injury to complex business litigation to collections. In November 2016, Fredericka was elected judge of the 61st District Court. She began serving as the first African American female judge of the 61st District Court on January 1, 2017. Fredericka has been a frequent speaker at legal education seminars. Fredericka was also recently appointed to oversee the civil seizure & forfeiture docket for all civil courts. Fredericka was also selected to be a member of the Texas Bar Foundation, Fredericka believes in helping others and uses her legal expertise to give back to her community. She has volunteered her time over the years in pro bono activities with the Houston Bar Association, the Houston Volunteer Lawyers Program and served as an Election Protection volunteer lawyer for the 2008 and 2012 election cycles protecting all citizens access to the polls and right to vote. As a mother, Fredericka also knows the importance great role models play in helping to shape our future generations. As such, Fredericka has also volunteered her time working with children at DePelchin Children’s Center, building houses for Habitat for Humanity, and raising money for and participating in the Avon Walk for Breast Cancer and the Sisters Network African American Breast Cancer Walk. She also served as a Girl Scout Troop Leader for several years. Fredericka is also a frequent speaker at empowerment seminars for women and girls and conferences centering around political engagement.

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Fredericka is active in several political clubs in Harris county. Fredericka served as Vice Chair of the Texas Democratic Party from 2014 to 2018 and was a member of the Democratic National Committee during that time Judge Fredericka Phillips was voted to be the presiding judge over civil seizure forfeiture case earlier this year and also inducted as a member of the Texas Bar Foundation back in the fall of 2018.

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Cast Your Ballot for Judge Julia Maldonado on March 3, 2020

The Honorable Judge Michael Gomez administers the oath, while Julia's brother holds the family bible and her boys hold her robe.

Julia Maldonado is the Presiding Judge of the 507th Family District Court in Harris County. Julia was elected to the 507th District Court in the November 2018 election. She is currently the Administrative Judge - Family Law Division of Harris County. Out of the ten family court judges, Julia is the senior judge.

Julia was born in Nuevo Leon, Mexico and came to the United States as a young child. Julia was raised in the Heights area and she now calls Houston her hometown!

Julia is a product of Houston ISD public schools, having attended Robert E. Lee Elementary, Cooley Elementary, Hamilton Jr. High and John R. Reagan High School. After graduation from high school, Julia went on to pursue an accounting degree from the University of Houston–Downtown and a law degree from Thurgood Marshall School of Law. Prior to being elected in November 2018, Julia was a practicing attorney at the J. Maldonado Law Firm, P.C., which she started in 2008. The J. Maldonado Law Firm, P.C. was a general legal practice firm, representing clients in Texas state and federal courts in the areas of immigration, criminal, family, tax, and probate matters. Prior to establishing her law firm, Julia was a solo practitioner.

Julia has been practicing law for over twenty (20) years and has had the opportunity to appeal several cases in the Texas Court of Appeals, including a case to the Texas Supreme Court.

Prior to Julia becoming an attorney she was an accountant for

over fifteen (15) years and worked in the construction industry.

Julia is a member of the State Bar of Texas and is Board Certified in Family Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization.

Julia is also a member of The College of the State Bar of Texas, the Houston Bar Association, the Mexican American Bar Association of Houston and has been a member of the Pasadena Bar Association. During 2013-2014, she was the President for the Mexican American Bar Association and from 2009 to 2011 she served as a Board Member for the Pasadena Bar Association.

Julia is a member of the University Area Rotary Club.

Prior to being elected Judge, Julia was the counsel for the Rotary Firefighter Home Project.

Julia has two adult sons, a daughter-in-law and two grandsons.

Julia participates in many community services, including but not limited to the presentation of continuing legal education seminars, mentorship programs, and the now famous “Cafecito in the 507th– which is a weekly discussion of family-law related issues.

Julia enjoys gardening, construction, bike riding, baseball and loves spending time with her family.

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CAREY LASHLEY: “I am energized by the way government works with lawmakers to accomplish change. Seeing positive change with President Obama, Congressman Al Green and the Black Girl Magic Movement, our community and government can accomplish real positive change when the right people and resources are utilized. I am running for office to continue to build positive change within my community, district and state of Texas. I want to energize, empower and educate my community and bring real positive change

to Texas government that will empower our community.”

AUBREY R. TAYLOR: Tell us about yourself, who is Carey Lashley?

CAREY LASHLEY: I’m patient, strategic and very observant. Working as an educator and social worker for many years helped me build confidence, self-awareness and taught me the importance of observing and understanding other’s needs. I am a constant advocate and change agent for self-improvement. Most importantly, I am a husband and a father of three (2) girls and (1) boy.

AUBREY R. TAYLOR What experience do you have that is relevant to the office you are seeking?

CAREY LASHLEY: “I have initiated and supported change in my community working with the NAACP and several Non-profit agencies. I collaborated and lead families and youth, communities and organizations to continuous learning, self-awareness and change. Energizing, empowering and educating others is part of my id and I will continue to fight for change for my community, district and for the great state of Texas.”

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