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Sharon M. Burney is asking for “Our” vote on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 in the Democratic Party Primary Runoff Race for Harris County Justice of the Peace for Precinct 7, Place 2 — SEE PAGE 14

Martha Castex-Tatum Needs “Our” Vote on Saturday, May 5th Sharon M. Burney in the Race for Houston - HERE ARE A FEW 2018 CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE City Council District K “Germaine Tanner is running for

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PLEASE VOTE FOR MARTHA ON SATURDAY, MAY 5, 2018

“Castex-Tatum will bring to the council table a unique credential: She’s already served on a city council. She not only earned a master’s degree in public administration at Texas State University in San Marcos, she also unseated a 12-year incumbent to become the first African-American woman elected to the San Marcos City Council.” — HOUSTON CHRONICLE

THE STATE OF MISSOURI CITY, TEXAS

Mayor Allen Owen presented the 2018 State of the City address to Missouri City stakeholders, commercial partners and local leaders for the first time at the newly renovated Community Center in the City Hall complex, located at 1522 Texas Parkway, on Thursday, April 26, 2018. The full transcript of Mayor Allen Owen’s State of the City address will be published in the next edition of Houston BusinessConnections Newspaper. Mayor Owen is pictured with the Honorable Jacquie Baly (FOX 26 Political Strategist).

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ATTENTION ALL HISD PARENTS AND STUDENTS

Grenita Lathan

HISD Board of Education will not vote on partnership for “Improvement Required” campuses says Lathan

HISD will not submit any plans to the (TEA) Texas Education Agency related to SB 1882

The Houston Independent School District Board of Education on Tuesday adjourned without approving a contract to partner with the governing board of Energized for STEM Academy as part of Senate Bill 1882. The district will no longer pursue this proposal, nor will the district submit plans for partnerships to the TEA. The proposal was intended to give HISD a two–year pause on accountability from the Texas Education Agency (TEA) and prevent sanctions from the state related to House Bill 1842. HISD will continue to operate and manage the 10 campuses that have been in Improvement Required (IR) status with the state for four years or more. Those campuses are: Blackshear, Dogan, Highland Heights, Mading, and Wesley elementary schools, Henry Middle School, Woodson PK-8, and Kashmere, Wheatley, and Worthing high schools. The district’s goal is to help these 10 schools exit IR and continue to meet yearly standards. “We are not bringing another partnership proposal to the Board, nor will there be another meeting to consider partnerships for the 10 schools,” said Interim Superintendent Grenita Lathan. “Instead, we will continue to reinforce our commitment to helping students, staff, and families of our Achieve 180 schools continue the hard work they’ve done this year to transform their campuses and increase student achievement.” HISD will make the necessary changes to the Achieve 180 framework to ensure the district provides them with the additional resources and supports they need to be successful. District administration will be holding meetings with staff and parents at these 10 schools to discuss Achieve 180 plans for their campuses in the 2018-2019 school year. Staff will remain in place at these 10 campuses unless a position is closed as part of the reduction in force HISD is experiencing across the district due to the $115 million budget shortfall.

KANDICE WEBBER HAS A MESSAGE FOR HISD TRUSTEES:

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HISD Trustee Jolanda Jones Believes “DE-ESCALATION TRAINING” Should Be Required

I was surprised and disappointed when the meeting was ended; that people were ordered to be removed physically; that two people were arrested; that constitutionally-protected 1st Amendment Rights were shut down. I was willing to represent all arrested persons for FREE but I was conflicted out. I have represented protesters before, as recently as last year,

JOLANDA JONES

and interestingly and actually, I represented one of the protesters who was at the board meeting last nite. I couldn’t believe people were arrested. I let the administration and the DA’s Office know, speaking directly to Dr. Grenita Lathan and Kim Ogg, that we should drop any charges filed (Dr. Lathan) and charges shouldn’t be accepted (Kim Ogg). I also requested to

administration that implicit bias and de-escalation training be required as a direct response to what happened last nite. I also felt it was important, last nite, to come out and speak to people who obviously were very disappointed with the board. I felt like I owed them an explanation of my actions and what I would’ve done had I been president. I have, in the past, during an

HISD Board Meeting threatened to sue the HISD Board — my colleagues, collectively and individually, and promised to depose them all, over 1st Amendment concerns. So, I just want to say again, I apologize for how the public was treated. I also said last nite, if given the opportunity to vote again for or against a charter partnership, I will Vote against.

...WE NEED MORE PUBLIC SERVANTS WITH COURAGE SAYS AUBREY R. TAYLOR! AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “The time has come for the African-American community to reconsider/evaluate every African American “Elected Official” currently holding office at this pivotal moment in history. We need leaders with backbone, courage, wisdom, discernment and a willingness to stand up and fight for our people. Now, I’m not talking about grandstanding and getting in front of cameras yelling and screaming — I’m talking about level-headed leadership.”

hatchets as community stakeholders and HISD’s Board of Education seeks to cooperatively work to fix our broken school system and preserve the rich history of these 10 historic black and brown schools.”

“On behalf of Houston Business Connections Newspaper we would like to thank State Representative Garnet Coleman for being an agent of change.” — Aubrey R. Taylor

...Martin Luther King, Jr: “The ultimate Representative Garnet Coleman on Bill measure of a man is not where he stands to Repeal Language Allowing TEA to in moments of comfort and convenience, Take Over Schools and School Districts but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.” HOUSTON – Representative Garnet Coleman (D-147) has announced

Houston Business Connections Newspaper would like to take this moment to thank Kandice Webber, Houston Educational Support Personal Blue Collars Union/HESP for HISD Worker Union President Wretha Rawls Thomas, State Rep. (House District 139) Jarvis Johnson, Businesswoman and former HISD Board Trustee Candidate Dr. Karla Brown, Attorney William Bill Mcleod, Attorney Dedra Davis, Attorney Germaine Tanner, Community Activist Travis McGee, KANDICE WEBBER Community Activist Ashton P. Woods, Community Activist and former HISD Board Trustee Candidate Gerry Monroe, President of the Houston Federation of Teachers Zeph Capo, and everyone else who showed up to the HISD Board meeting (in some case to observe the process), and in others to exercise their “CONSTITUTIONALLY PROTECTED RIGHT” to peacefully protest. To this end, the governing body has harkened to “THE WILL OF THE PEOPLE” on this matter. Now the hard work truly begins, and what we need as a community going forward is accountability with transparency, understanding and a burying of some

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that he will be filing a bill when the 86th Legislature convenes in 2019 to repeal statutory language that allows for the Texas Education Agency to take over schools and entire local school districts. He released the following statement: "The intent of House Bill 1842 in the 84th Regular Texas Legislative Session—which I voted against—was to improve chronically underperforming schools who had no solution in sight. However, the law has fallen short and GARNET COLEMAN created a quagmire that is putting our schools and school districts in jeopardy. I will work with my Harris County colleagues towards a reasonable solution that repeals or substantially modifies the language that passed as part of HB 1842. Many members have been pointing out for decades that something needs to be done to improve our children's education in underperforming schools, but HB 1842 did not accomplish that. Our school districts need several options that allow them to find the best solution to fit their community, but burning down the house does not solve the problem. Our children and parents deserve good schools in every neighborhood.”

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AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “William "Bill" McLeod, a Democratic candidate running for Harris County Civil Court at Law No. 4 found himself in a tough spot at the recent HISD Board Meeting — but handled himself very well in my opinion. And I would like to take this moment to personally thank him for attending the HISD School Board meeting held back on Tuesday, April 24, 2018. I too was there and personally witnessed “Bill” on the phone arranging to post bail and deliver Kandice Webber and Amélie Goedecke back safely to their families before they ever even made it to the jail house...way to go Bill — keep fighting the good fight my brother.”

Beau Miller

is fighting for fair access to the courts and a fair shake when you get there.

eau Miller knows that when judges don’t do their jobs effectively every day, the wheels of justice grind to a halt — and grind down hard working people with limited resources who are just trying to get their day in court.

Beau is an accomplished attorney with deep experience in complex litigation and a track record of promoting diversity in the legal profession. He is the founder of a local nonprofit organization fighting to end the stigma of HIV. He is a former college band geek who stays involved with his alma mater to push for music and arts education. And Beau is a thoughtful leader who has won fights to protect vulnerable children from abuse at school in civil rights cases against Texas school districts. When other institutions fail us, Beau knows the courts must always be the one place that delivers justice.

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“I’m running for judge to make sure everyone has fair access to the courts and a fair shake when they get there. Please join our campaign!” — Beau Miller

EARLY VOTING BEGINS: Monday, October 22, 2018 EARLY VOTING ENDS: Friday, November 2, 2018

ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, November 6, 2018 Cast Your Vote for Beau Miller on Election Day!

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ENOUGH IS ENOUGH! TRAVIS MCGEE SR - HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© A COMMUNITY ADVOCATE YOU SHOULD KNOW

HOW LONG IS TOO LONG FOR “WE THE PEOPLE” TO GO WITHOUT A VOICE FOR 100% OF THE PEOPLE? BY: TRAVIS L. McGee Sr.

How long is too long for any community/neighborhood to be neglected for as long as “OURS” have been. When I say “OURS” I mean “We The People” all have the same problems, some just worst than others. Even if some of us feel we don’t have all of the same problems — an injustice anywhere is an injustice everywhere — don’t you think? All taxing authorities and ELECTED officials should be held accountable for over taxation without any representation. So, as we evaluate the conditions of our historic black and brown neighborhoods: we still see undrivable city streets, open trash/water filled ditches due to neglect and very poor drainage (some up to several feet deep at times), so-called affordable housing surrounded by crack/prostitution housing, halfway housing, no sidewalks, no zoning, school closures, the highest pedophile count in Harris County — and an increasing crime rate with a steadily decreasing police presence. I think all areas should receive superior services from our local government and beyond — regardless of the economic, geographic, or demographic makeup of the community. Even though we continue to be neglected, some of us still don’t VOTE for our best interest. In politics, the only thing more valuable than money is a voice of the people — 100% for “We The People”. Our vote should be priceless and shouldn’t be bought by the very ones who would eventually SELL US OUT anyway. Our vote is our power! And our vote should be priceless; but the love of money is an incentive for political corruption — in which the politician’s hidden agenda becomes the priority over “We The People” who elected him or her to represent us. Your elected officials are supposed to represent your best interest, and not to protect their own financial interests or hidden agendas. The government is supposed to fear the people — and not the people fearing the government. Believe it or not, our ELECTED officials can only do what we allow them to do, because they are” ELECTED” officials — the keyword being “ELECTED”. Once they are elected they become incumbents — but becoming an incumbent shouldn’t mean that these ELECTED officials are untouchable. And it damn sure should mean that these people are entitled to a free ride — it should mean representation of “We The People” 365/24/7 or “We The People “ should be organized enough to vote these ELECTED officials out of office regardless of the color of their skin. And we should continue to vote them out until we get the representation We The People rightfully deserve. Some “ELECTED” officials will tell you all they think you want to hear and make promises they know they can’t keep, but as long as we are buying it they will continue to sell It — SELLING US OUT THAT IS. So, I ask again, How long is too long? I think one term in office is too long if they don’t show the type of improvements they promised, after promising us the world. We The People deserve better representation and accountability from every one of our “ ELECTED” officials — regardless of their race or political affiliation. If we carefully evaluate the conditions and quality of life in our black and brown neighborhoods it would become evidently clear that many of our incumbents are becoming MIA (Missing In Action) from one election cycle to the next. If we are truly honest with ourselves, the only time we see our “ELECTED” officials is during election season, or when it is a high profile topic that will generate media coverage or money into their pockets. However, once the news cameras and all the money is gone they become MIA (Missing in Action) all over again.

ENOUGH” and we deserve better should join forces. I believe anyone should be welcome into our churches to worship GOD, but I don’t think any man or woman should be allowed to flat out lie to GOD’S people in God’s house. Our churches have way too much influence in politics to allow any “SELL OUT” to stand before the congregation and lie just to get elected or re-elected. This reminds me of the story of David as he had to protect his flock from any and all predators — because if he didn’t, these predators were sure to devour or kill his flock one by one. So, to this end, I believe that we should begin having serious community meetings in which everyone is included and invite the churches and other organizations to the meetings in order to ask our elected officials and candidates questions, instead of allowing these people to interrupt church service and then moving on to the next church during election season. In my opinion, this sort of structure would show a sign of solidarity among the community stakeholders instead of the division we are constantly experiencing over and over again. In closing, I furthermore believe, We The People should also hold ourselves responsible for the lack of accountability of our ELECTED officials. We must endeavor to hold each and every one of them accountable. There should never be a time that any ELECTED official is allowed to, neglect, vote against, lie to, not represent or not stand publically with his or her constituents on any issue affecting their district or our community. We need more Robin Hoods in order to stop them from” Robbing the Hood”.

Business can’t continue to go on as usual, we need some real Voter Registration, Education, and Mobilization efforts to rectify this ongoing troubling situation.

HERE’S THE SOLUTION:

We The People must become “ONE” — this means churches, civic clubs, community leaders, pastors, parents, business owners, and anyone else who think “ENOUGH IS

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HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - JOSH WALLENSTEIN

Endorsed by the Houston Federation of Teachers and the Houston Chronicle!

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Josh is Endorsed by Chair, Pam Spivey, PCT 357

Josh is Endorsed by Chair, Buddy Hooper, PCT 298

Help our kids and our public schools! Send Josh to the Board!

My kid Noah - and your kids – go to public schools. We owe it to them to give them the best education possible. That includes quality Head Start and after school programs, and well-funded school systems. Of course, we know that public schools aren’t equal across the county. We also know that Texas has cut public school funding more than any other state (except Oklahoma). We should treat public schools as public infrastructure, and give our teachers and students the tools they need to succeed. I am fighting to keep public school dollars in public school classrooms. That’s why I‘m running to be your County School Trustee on Harris County’s Board of Education (HCDE).

My platform is based on three simple pillars:

Children: instead of self-dealing and philosophical grandstanding, I’ll focus on the needs of our children.

Public Schools: as public education funding continues to be cut, and our cash-strapped school districts need help now more than ever. I’ll ensure that high quality teachers and services remain available across Harris County.

Josh is Endorsed by Chair, Sheryl Taylor, PCT 536

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Taxpayers: I will work hard to minimize waste and maximize value, and find the most cost-effective services to support our kids and our schools in Harris County.

Three Reasons Why Josh Wallenstein Believes You Should Vote For Him I was originally drawn to this race because the HCDE is at risk of elimination, and because there is corruption at the Board level that I will root out and extricate. Briefly:

Due to a misguided understanding of taxation, there is a movement to eliminate the HCDE. I started testifying at public meetings in 2017 to ensure its retention, and will continue to fight…as a taxpayer, a father of a public school child, and your next Trustee. I will also ensure that our taxes are being wisely spent, and that operations continue efficiently and cost-effectively. As a seasoned compliance attorney, I am disgusted by the blatant selfdealing of some members of the current Board of Trustees. I have fought for transparency and compliance with the Board’s own policies (and ethi-

cal norms) during public testimony at every Board meeting since September. I will continue to fight against corruption by our elected officials. I have been endorsed by a variety of organizations. I am most proud of fighting alongside the Houston Federation of Teachers, who have endorsed our race. The AFL-CIO promotes me as their sole endorsed candidate for the HCDE. I am also grateful for the Houston Chronicle’s endorsement: “It’s always a heartening sign to see a candidate commit himself to the elected office prior to the election. Wallenstein, 42, has been attending department meetings since September and has already demonstrated his ability to incite action.”

Teachers support our race, and I am asking for your vote too! Vote for the interests of our most precious resources: our children! Send a fighter to the Board!

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HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - RICHARD CANTU

AUBREY R. TAYLOR: “On Tuesday, May 22, 2018 there will be a showdown between Richard Cantu and Josh Wallenstein to see which of these two Democrats will earn the right to face off against Mark Cowart on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 in the Midterm Election. In case you don’t remember, Richard Cantu, Josh Wallenstein, and Elvonte Patton were the (3) three candidates who faced off back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 in the Democratic Party Primary Race for County School Trustee for Position #3 At-Large. THE RESULTS: Richard Cantu was the first place finisher with 53,792 votes for 39.02% of the vote; Josh Wallenstein was the second place finisher with 42,425 votes for 30.78% of the vote; and Elvonte Patton was the third place finisher with 41,630 votes for 30.20% of the vote. In case you haven’t heard, Elvonte Patton has endorsed Richard Cantu in the Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Democratic Runoff.”

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JUDGE MARIA T. JACKSON - HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE

Judge Maria T. Jackson Received 878,581 Statewide ‘Dem’ Primary Votes, Judge Keller Received 674,889 Statewide ‘Rep’ Primary Votes Houston Business Connections Newpaper Reports: “Back on Sept. 25, 2007, Judge Sharon Keller, the first woman to ever serve on the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals refused to accept the last-minute appeal of a black Texas death row inmate by the name of Michael Richard. According to published reports, Richard’s lawyers arrived to the high-court a few minutes late seeking a stay of their clients’ pending execution — but was ultimately denied the opportunity to do so by Judge Sharon Keller, who bluntly stated that the court closed at 5pm. This event has caused Judge Keller to be ridiculed by people from across the world. But it hasn’t seemed to bother her much, as she has seemingly met every challenge at the ballot box. Most recently, she beat back the challenge from a fellow Republican (Judge David Bridges) on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 in her party’s primary. The final vote tally showed Judge David Bridges with 618,982 votes for 47.84% of the vote, and Judge Sharon Keller with 674,889 votes for 52.16% of the vote. Judge Keller will now face Judge Maria T. Jackson on Tuesday, November 6, 2018” Michael Richard

Judge Maria T. Jackson: 878,581

*Democratic Party Primary votes received statewide back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018.

Judge Sharon Keller: 674,889

*Republican Party Primary votes received statewide back on Tuesday, March 6, 2018.

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HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - ATTORNEY SHANNON BALDWIN

Shannon Baldwin 2411 Emancipation Ave, Suite 202, Houston, Texas 77004

Shannon Baldwin has been practicing law for over 21 years. She is licensed to practice law in Georgia as well as Texas. She enjoyed a full service law firm in Atlanta, Georgia for four years before returning home to Texas. In Texas, Shannon opened her own successful law practice in 2003 and hasn’t looked back. Currently, she is a Partner at Baldwin Williams & Associates, PLLC. Presently, Shannon practices criminal defense. She is a former prosecutor, so she is well acquainted with both sides of criminal law. She has tried cases before a jury from the smallest traffic violations up to capital murder. As a candidate for judge, she is very experienced and prepared to make tough decisions while seeking justice. She will be firm yet compassionate. Shannon joined the U.S. Army Reserves on September 23, 1987. She was just 17 years old. She was a member of Reserve Officer Training Corps (R.O.T.C.) in high school as well as college. When she graduated from Sam Houston State University, she was commissioned as an officer, 2nd Lieutenant. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Law Enforcement and Police Science at Sam Houston State University. Shannon went on to graduate Cum Laude from John Marshall Law School in Atlanta, Georgia. Shannon is married and a foster parent. Essentially, Shannon has been a public servant for most of her life starting with serving her country at age 17. At 19, she joined a community service organization where serving the community was its primary goal. She was the Social Action Chair for many years educating, organizing and participating in all aspects of politics and social justice. For years she participated as a lobbyist in Washington D.C. through her organization. She has also been a Harris County deputy voter registrar and participated in several voter registration drives. Shannon has voted in EVERY election in Harris County since 2009! Shannon is running for Judge because she wants to restore faith in our justice system. Today our system is broken. Somehow, we’ve lost the original intent of our founding fathers.

SHANNON B. BALDWIN: “It will be my personal goal to bring dignity and diversity to the judicial bench. With your vote and support, I will serve you honorably.”

The U.S. Constitution gives EVERY citizen INALIENABLE rights! These rights are without condition. It seems some judges have forgotten that ALL CITIZENS are entitled to EVERYTHING the Constitution allows. Blatant disrespect for most accused citizens and some victims run rampant in the courthouse. The lack of respect and common courtesy for some citizens negatively affect them on a daily basis. Citizens are demeaned and humiliated unnecessarily. This cancer

within the courthouse has NOTHING to do with justice, it can only be connected with discrimination and bias. Citizens are often judged based on their race, lack of money, status or connections. This unfair behavior has to stop. “Fairness and justice are the norms for anyone wanting to be a judge. But I want to do more, it’s time we end the culture of blatant disrespect and lack of dignity coming from the bench. Every person, be it com-

plainant or accused citizen, that enters my court will know that their race, wealth or lack thereof, who they choose to love will have no bearing on their case. As I know it today, I am the only African American LGBT candidate running for judge in Harris County. And I welcome the responsibility that comes with that. As such, it will be my personal goal to bring dignity and diversity back to the judicial bench. With your vote and support, I will serve you honorably.” Shannon

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HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - ATTORNEY ERICA HUGHES

ATTORNEY ERICA HUGHES: “I believe that justice is blind. I am ready to be a Judge that Harris County can be proud of.”

2018 MIDTERM ELECTION Early Voting Begins: Monday, October 22, 2018 Early Voting Ends: November 2, 2018

ELECTION DAY:

JUSTICE

Tuesday, November 6, 2018

INTEGRITY

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“I’m asking for the vote of every open-minded registered voter in Harris County, Texas on November 6, 2018. ” —Erica Hughes, Democratic Candidate for Judge

Attorney Erica Hughes Has the Experience: Attorney- Licensed in Texas 2006 Solo Practice Judge Advocate- Captain United States Army National Guard Adjunct Faculty- San Jacinto College since 2010

Erica’s Memberships and Affiliations:

Higher Dimension Church San Jacinto College Association, Board Member Harris County Democratic Party, Sustaining Member Houston Black American Democrats, General Member Houston Alumni Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.- Member

— EMPOWER YOURSELF BY CASTING YOUR VOTE FOR ERICA HUGHES ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2018 —

Attorney Erica Hughes is Endorsed by Chris Blauser and Lil KeKe in the race for Judge, Harris County Criminal Court At Law #3

“WE ARE THE PEOPLE!” “Chris Blauser is a paralegal student, as well as a server at The Cheesecake Factory here in Houston. He's the president of the Paralegal Student Organization at San Jacinto College, and a member of the LGBTQ community. Thank you for your support Chris, and good luck this semester!” — Erica Hughes

“Lil KeKe da Don is an artist that has been central to the Houston area for years! In 2016 he received an award from President Obama for his community service. Thank you for inspiring us all with your humanitarian efforts and your artistic talent; and thank you for your support!” — Erica Hughes for Judge, County Criminal Court No.3

HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - MARTHA CASTEX-TATUM

Vote to Elect Martha Castex-Tatum on Saturday, May 5, 2018 in the race for Houston City Council District K Martha Castex-Tatum is Our Servant-Leader

Martha Castex-Tatum has been rooted in public service since childhood. As a young girl, she eagerly tagged along with her father, the Block Captain for Keswick/Ramblewood Civic Club in District K, helping keep the community informed by passing out the Civic Club newsletter. There are many pioneers and lifelong residents of District K that reminisce over, “Hello, I’m Martha Castex, please make your vote count!” Growing up in the Keswick/Ramblewood neighborhood, Martha learned the value of hard work and serving others. She attended Grissom Elementary, Parker Elementary and Welch Middle School, all in District K. Actively involved in numerous organizations and clubs growing up, Martha represented her community as a Brownie, Girl Scout, Junior Daughter, basketball player and the list goes on! Her passion and commitment to serve District K has come full-circle and Martha is thankful that she has been

able to give back to the community by working for Houston City Council’s District K’s office as the Director of Constituent Services since 2015. Today, Martha is walking even taller and would be honored to lead and represent the residents of District K, which gave her a solid foundation and where she began her journey to success.

Martha Castex-Tatum is Our History-Making Community Leader

Martha is passionate about serving the community she resides in. Upon graduating from Southwest Texas State University (now, Texas State University) in San Marcos, TX, where she earned her Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Public Administration degrees, she began expressing her voice in political service. She has since served as an adjunct professor at the university. While in San

Marcos, Martha’s desire to serve where she lives led her to unseat a 12-year City Council incumbent, becoming the first African American woman to be elected in the city’s history. During her tenure on the San Marcos City Council Martha served as Deputy Mayor Pro Tempore. The Association of Mayors Council and Commissioners awarded Martha a certificate of achievement for her completion of continuing education unit credits for the Texas Municipal League Institute program. Only 41 certificates were awarded statewide that year. Martha was a graduate of Leadership San Marcos – 1996. She also served on the San Marcos Economic Development Council and the Convention and Visitor Bureau.

Martha is Our Experienced Leader

In 2004, Martha returned to Houston and joined the bustling business community as a highperforming realtor with Keller Williams Realty, where she worked for ten years. A testament to her work ethic, Martha was named “Rookie of the Year” in her first year of business based on her production. Martha continued her real estate career with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, where she currently assists new and existing residents with home sales and purchases and is consistently an award winning top producer. In addition to her career in real estate, Martha has been a faithful and loyal public servant to District K residents since 2015. Martha has worked with other District K staff members to address concerns of constituents while advocating for seniors, small business owners, extracurricular and after-school activities for youth, economic development and beautification projects. She oversaw the progress for the new HPD police station in District K, the CASE after school grant process, the monthly Fort Bend and Hiram Clarke Bridging the Divide meetings, and numerous sidewalk, waterline, and street repair projects throughout the district. Martha represents the District K office monthly at the TIRZ 9 and 25 meetings as well as the Five Corners Management District meetings.

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“We’re Standing with Martha Castex-Tatum!”

Martha is endorsed by Commissioner Rodney Ellis (left), Houston City Councilman Dwight Boykins and a Host of Other Local Leaders.

Martha Castex-Tatum Has Always Pursued and Strived to Achieve Excellence

Thanks to her strong work ethic and the pursuit of excellence, Martha has been selected to serve in various leadership positions by her peers in the public and private sectors. She was elected as a Keller Williams Realty Sugar Land City Wide Representative. Martha has received various awards and recognition including being

named a David Ashworth Community Service Award finalist, a YMCA Minority Achiever, a Woman Entrepreneurs Trailblazer Award honoree, Who’s Who in Black Houston, and a Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Honor Society Award honoree. With her continuous pursuit of excellence, Martha is part of the Leadership Houston Class of XXXVI. She is also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., where she has been active for over 27 years. Martha currently resides in Brays Oaks and is a member of Windsor Village United Methodist Church. When she is not working or serving the community, she enjoys spending time with her son, her parents who are District K residents and other family members and friends.

Want to help Martha?

Here are a few things you can do: ONE (1): Share her message of wanting to keep District K moving. TWO (2): Go vote early during the early voting period which begins on Monday, April 23, 2018, and ends on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 – or on Election Day which is Saturday, May 5, 2018. THREE (3): Take someone to vote for Martha Castex-Tatum with you. FOUR (4): Place one of Martha Castex-Tatum’s yard signs in your yard to show your support for her campaign. FIVE (5): Make a campaign contribution to help Martha deliver her message directly to District K voters. https://goo.gl/MrTgAR

Early voting ends on Tuesday, May 1, 2018

HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - ATTORNEY SHARON BURNEY

RUNOFF CANDIDATE FOR HARRIS COUNTY JUSTICE OF THE PEACE ATTORNEY SHARON M. BURNEY RECEIVED RECENT ENDORSEMENTS FROM AFL-CIO and HOUSTON FEDERATION OF TEACHERS

Houston, TX – Attorney Sharon M. Burney, candidate for the Harris County Justice of the Peace Democratic Primary Precinct 7, Place 2 seat received recent endorsements from the Houston Federation of Teachers and local AFL-CIO. Earning 31.92% of the votes in the March primary race against three other candidates, placed Attorney Burney in the primary runoff election to be held on Tuesday, May 22, 2018. The general election for the Texas local judges will be held on November 6, 2018. With 24 years of service with the Houston Independent School District (HISD), 10 years as an attorney and many years of grassroots community outreach, Burney entered this race with a team of community supporters, volunteers, and endorsers. Although her first run for political office, Sharon Burney is not new to politics. Prior to attending law school, she received a Masters degree in Future Studies from the University of Houston where she concentrated in political diversity. She also hosted a public relations radio show, which covered political topics and issues. A world traveler, Sharon Burney has traveled to numerous nations and participated as a delegate and speaker on future trends and culture. As an educator at HISD, Burney co-created and admin-

istrated the Lighted Schoolhouse, a program for homeless and high risk youth. While there, she also worked as a facilitator with Riverside General Hospital in the drug prevention program. She left HISD to pursue a career in law and is a graduate of Thurgood Marshal School of Law. Upon passing the Texas Bar in 2007, she began private practice. For Harris County Justice Of The Peace, Attorney Sharon Burney’s endorsements include:Baptist Ministers Association of Houston and Vicinity, local Communications Workers of America, Harris County Tejano Democrats, Texas Coalition of Black Democrats/Harris County Chapter along with the recent endorsements from the Houston Federation of Teachers and local AFL-CIO. The last day to register to vote in Texas for the May 22, 2018 primary runoff election is April 23, 2018. Early voting begins May 14, 2018 and ends May 18, 2018. Prior to the runoff election, Texas also has a general election on May 5, 2018; last day to register for the general election is April 5, 2018. ————————————— FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ATTORNEY SHARON M. BURNEY FOR HARRIS COUNTYJUSTICE OF THE PEACE PRECINCT 7, PLACE 2, VISIT HER WEBSITE!

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“I VALUE EVERY VOTE!”

HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE - ATTORNEY RONNISHA BOWMAN

“As presiding Judge of Harris County Criminal Court No. 2, I will work to restore blind justice. Justice is rooted in the principles of accountability, fairness, and truthfulness. Let us restore the People’s Court by casting your vote for Ronnisha Bowman.”

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EARLY VOTING BEGINS: Monday, October 22, 2018 EARLY VOTING ENDS: Friday, November 2, 2018 ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, November 6, 2018

Meet Germaine

Seventeen years ago, Germaine J. Tanner began visiting inmates at jails in Harris County, Texas. The visits were on behalf of the Fatherhood Project through the Office of the Attorney General. She learned two things: Inmates who were fathers needed better legal advice so they could maintain relationships with their children. And she discovered she had a passion for helping families understand and navigate the legal system. That experience while still a law student set the course for Tanner’s successful career in family law. Tanner established her law office with a concentration in family law in 2003. She handles a wide range of family law issues including divorce with emphasis on complex property issues, child custody, child support, post-divorce modifications and enforcements, family law-related appeals, and mediations. She has been appointed as an amicus attorney, attorney ad litem, guardian ad litem, and special master. Putting her legal expertise to work in the area of education, Tanner is also a Certified Hearing Examiner for the Texas Education Agency. In that role, she presides over due-process hearings involving educator employment contracts. She administers oaths of witnesses, rules on questions of evidence, and makes factual and legal determinations. She is responsible for issuing recommendations for the school district’s board of trustees to consider. This position is equivalent to that of an Administrative Law Judge. Tanner has now handled over 500 family law cases. She regularly turns down opportunities to take on cases in other areas of law, because she is fully dedicated to work in family law. Now, Germaine Tanner seeks to apply her passion, experience and skill in family law to serve Harris County as a Judge for the 311th Family District Court. Her experience and career-long focus on family law equip her to serve the citizens of Harris County as Judge on day one.

“The moment I began helping incarcerated dads understand their legal rights regarding their children, was eye-opening. I saw the expressions on their faces. Here was information they should have known but didn’t have access to. It was rewarding, and I felt like I was giving back. From then on I knew family law would be the focus of my career.” — GERMAINE TANNER

Here are a few of Germaine’s Memberships and Affiliations State Bar of Texas Family Law Section

Harris County Democratic Lawyers Association

Annie’s List: Co-Chair, Houston Steering Committee Cypress Tomball Democrats: First Vice President

Harris County Democrats: Former Precinct 602 Chair

Harris County Democrats: Sustaining Member

State of Texas Democrats: Sustaining Member

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“Ms. Tanner has a great working relationship with the Office of the Attorney General. Her first priority is and always will be the safety and welfare of the children of Texas. As a single, working mother, Germaine Tanner knows first-hand the challenges, rights, and responsibilities of both raising a child and co-parenting successfully.” – SJ Whitaker, Attorney

ATTORNEY SEDRICK T. WALKER II - HOUSTON BUSINESS CONNECTIONS NEWSPAPER© CANDIDATES WHO VALUE “OUR” VOTE

Fair

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Sedrick T. Walker II Plans to Bring an Even-Keeled Approach to Harris County Criminal Court at Law #11 Bench When Elected on Tuesday, November 6, 2018

MEET SEDRICK T. WALKER II

facebook.com/sedrickforjudge EARLY VOTING BEGINS: Monday, October 22, 2018

After working tirelessly in the criminal courtrooms of Harris County for nearly ten years, Sedrick T. Walker is running to become your next judge of Harris County Criminal Court at Law No. 11. Sedrick will bring a reasonable and even-keeled approach to the bench and ensure that everyone entering the courtroom is treated with professionalism, dignity, and respect. A Houston native, Sedrick graduated with honors from Texas A&M University in 2005 with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science. While in college, he made the Dean’s List and was a recipient of the Texas A&M Political Science Excellence Scholarship. Sedrick also was a participant in the prestigious Ralph Bunche Summer Institute for emerging political science scholars at Duke University. In 2006, Sedrick began his legal education at the University of Texas School of Law in Austin, Texas. Sedrick's focus towards criminal law began as a student attorney with the law school's Criminal Defense Clinic. The defense clinic gave students the opportunity to represent Austin-area residents charged with misdemeanor offenses who could not afford an attorney under the supervision of experienced criminal defense attorneys. Sedrick also completed an internship with the Travis County District Attorney's Office where he assisted veteran felony prosecutors. After graduating from law school, Sedrick worked as a prosecutor at the Harris County District Attorney's Office from 2009 to 2012. During his time at the DA's office, Sedrick spent countless hours handling 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, Sedrick was praised 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. Sedrick opened a private law practice in 2013 that primarily focuses on criminal defense. Most of his practice is devoted to representing and fighting for people who cannot otherwise afford to hire counsel. As a defense attorney, Sedrick gained an even greater insight into the impact of the criminal justice system on the daily lives of those accused and their families. Although in many instances the system assesses criminal cases with an assembly-line approach, Sedrick is a strong advocate for individualized justice. He believes fairness and equity are more likely to be achieved with a case-by-case analysis of the facts and the background of the individual standing before the court. On too many occasions, people are brought in and out of court proceedings without receiving the attention they rightly deserve. Sedrick’s blend of legal experience and his infinite knowledge of the Harris County criminal court system makes him uniquely qualified to serve as Judge of County Criminal Court No. 11. He’s had a front-row seat for every major issue facing our criminal courts and will bring a fresh approach to a system in drastic need of change.

EARLY VOTING ENDS: Friday, November 2, 2018

ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, November 6, 2018

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309TH DISTRICT COURT

“I VALUE EVERY VOTE!” TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2018

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“Trautman is the only candidate with both the political experience and professional resume to win this election and serve as an effective county clerk.”

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DIANE TRAUTMAN: “Thanks to State Representative Alma Allen for endorsing me in my Tuesday, May 22, 2018 Runoff Election for Harris County Clerk.”

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Vote for Experience. Vote for Diane Trautman, Democrat for Harris County Clerk. • Doctorate degree in Educational Leadership from Sam Houston State University • 30 years of leadership experience in banking, education and county government Trust Asset Manager at Texas Commerce Bank

Office Manager in Energy Lending at First City National Bank Principal at Conroe and Tomball ISDs

County School Trustee at Harris County Department of Education • Currently an elected trustee on Harris County Board of Education for the last 6 years where she voted to reduce property taxes for homeowners and improve educational programs like Head Start and After School Programs • Not only does she have the experience of running a countywide campaign, she also has the experience of winning a countywide campaign • Received 20 endorsements from Democratic clubs, unions, and community organizations

Let’s Make the Voting Process Simpler in Harris County.

Diane wants to make the voting process in Harris County simpler and more convenient for hard working families to have the time to exercise their most precious right, their right to vote. She also wants to provide easier access for online document retrieval of vital documents for free.

DON’T FORGET TO CAST YOUR VOTE FOR DIANE TRAUTMAN ON TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2018

EARLY VOTING PERIOD: Early voting begins on Monday, May 14, 2018 Early voting ends on Friday, May 18, 2018

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Diane Trautman is endorsed by: Houston Chronicle Harris County AFL-CIO Labor Assembly Houston GLBT Caucus Mexican American Bar Association Association of Women Attorneys IBEW #716 * Pipefitters #211 Area 5 Democrats * Plumbers #68 Communication Workers of America #6222

Bay Area New Democrats Harris County Tejano Democrats Texas Coalition of Black Democrats-Harris Houston Black American Democrats Harris County Young Democrats Houston Stonewall Young Democrats Greater Heights Democratic Club Bay Area Democratic Movement Texas Progressive Executive Council

DIANE TRAUTMAN FOR HARRIS COUNTY CLERK IS ALSO ENDORSED BY TOP IN THE DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY: The Texas Organizing Project (TOP) works to improve the lives of low-income and working class Texas families through community organizing, and civic and electoral engagement. TOP is a membership-based organization that conducts direct action organizing, grassroots lobbying and electoral organizing led by working families in Texas.

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Sandra

FAIR

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For Judge, 257th

Family District Court “FAMILIES FIRST!”

EARLY VOTING BEGINS: Monday, October 22, 2018 EARLY VOTING ENDS: Friday, November 2, 2018 ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, November 6, 2018

SANDRA J. PEAKE: “I have practiced before these Courts for more than 30 years and am sensitive 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. I am up to the challenge of ensuring judicial excellence by ruling decisively and with impartiality.”

ABOUT SANDRA

Professional Memberships: State Bar of Texas, Houston Bar Association, Houston Lawyers Association, The Family Law Group

Licenses: State Bar of Texas, U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Northern Districts of Texas

Education: Doctor of Jurisprudence, University of Houston College of Law, B.S., University of Houston

Experience: 35 years private practice experience,certified mediator, past instructor, hearing examiner

Community: Blue Triangle Multi-Cultural Association, Delta Sigma Theta Public Service Sorority, Jack & Jill of America, Inc., Texas Spring Cypress Chapter, Links, Inc., volunteer and referral attorney

Personal and Family: Married to David G. Peake, two children, and one grandchild

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Danyhel “Danny’ Norris for Harris County, School Trustee, Position 6, Precinct #1: ABOUT THE HARRIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION: Harris County Department of Education helps school districts in Harris county meet the needs of uniquely challenged learners, directly serving students at their schools or one of four HCDE-operated campuses across the county. HCDE provides its services for the 25 area school districts in Harris County at a lower cost to taxpayers than it would cost if the districts provided the services separately. ABOUT THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES: The Board of Trustees acts to establish policies governing the operation of Harris County Department of Education. As a governmental body, it can take action only by majority vote at a legally called public meeting. ABOUT POSITION 6: This precinct covers a large part of Harris County's interior, including parts of 3rd and 5th Wards, Acres Homes, Astrodome Area, Downtown, Hiram Clark, Humble, Independence Heights, Kashmere Gardens, Lake Houston, MacGregor, Medical Center, Midtown, Montrose, Museum District, Pleasantville, Sunnyside, South Main, South Park, Trinity Gardens, and a variety other important parts of Harris County.

RUNOFF ELECTION DAY: Tuesday, May 22, 2018

“CAST YOUR VOTE FOR DANYAHEL “DANNY” NORRIS”

ENSURING OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL

Danny's Story

Danyahel (Danny) Norris was born in Chicago, Illinois, to Randolph and Stephanie Norris. At the age 11, his father's job relocated him from Chicago to Fort Worth, and as a result the family moved to Arlington, Texas. Upon graduation from high school, Danny moved to Houston, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Houston. After graduation, he spent much of the next year teaching math at the high school and middle school level. After which, he enrolled at Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University, and received his Juris Doctor degree, and became a licensed attorney in the State of Texas and before the United States Patent and Trademark Office. Danny later received a Masters of Library Science from the University of North Texas, and is the Associate Director of the Law Library and an Instructor of Legal Research at Thurgood Marshall School of Law on the campus of Texas Southern University. He is a husband of more than a decade, and a father of two beautiful children, ages 10 and 7.

release of Nelson Mandela, to his various activities as a college student, to his current role working as a law school administrator and community leader, Danny has been continually engaged as advocate through an education. Danny is a past president of both the Houston Lawyers Association and the African American Lawyers Section of the State Bar of Texas. Danny has published several articles, on a variety of topics, including discrimination, politics, and a variety of other topics, both domestic, as well as international. Notably, Danny and his 2010 law review article discussing gentrification in Hous-

ton's 3rd Ward was featured in the Houston Press in July 2011. Danny is also a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., as well as a 2015 Fellow of the New Leaders Council.

The Lawyer

Danny has been licensed to practice law in Texas for more than 10 years and has been licensed to practice before the United States Patent & Trademark Office for almost 10 years. He primarily practices Intellectual Property law, which involves patents, trademarks, trade secrets and copyrights.

His law firm, Norris & Norris, Attorneys and Counselors at Law, is a partnership with his partner in life, his wife Davida Green-Norris. The law firm started as D. Green & Associates in 2005, after Davida was first licensed, and Danny served as her law clerk throughout his time in law school. In 2007, when Danny and Davida were married, and Danny became licensed to practice law in Texas, the firm became Norris & Norris, Attorneys and Counselors at Law. Over the years, Norris & Norris, has helped a variety of people and small businesses achieve their dreams, and move to the next level.

The Educator

Even though Danny has obtained a variety of degrees, his commitment to education has remained constant. From his time as a Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation Scholar, where he tutored fellow college students at the University of Houston, to his job as a teacher and tutor for math students after he graduated from undergrad, to his current role as an Associate Director and Instructor of Law at Thurgood Marshall School of Law on the campus of Texas Southern University, Danny has continued to focus on the education of those around him. Danny has had the opportunity to watch his former students grow into excellent lawyers, business owners, politicians, and a variety of other upstanding members of the community.

The Community Advocate Danny has had the theme of education and community impact for the majority of his life. From his participation in his first protest at the age of 9 on the campus of the University of Illinois at Chicago for the

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Excellence in Law University of Texas School of Law Graduate

18-year civil trial experience in hundreds of cases, with multiple cases tried to jury verdict in Texas courts Promoted to Partner in 7.5 years at International law firm

American Bar Fellow, limited to 1% of licensed TX lawyers Texas Super Lawyer Rising Star every year from 2008 to 2014

2007 Outstanding Young Lawyer of the year, Houston Young Lawyers Assoc. *Only African-American in its history

Legacy of Service to the Community

Texas Executive Women, mentoring & scholarship program for high school girls - 2018 President Houston Lawyers Association (HLA) - Past President

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Houston - Former Board Member

Communities-In-Schools, Drop Out Prevention Program - Past Mentor 2014 Hainsworth Outstanding Service Award, HLA

Despite Harvey flooding of home, donated clothing/shoes to professional women & provided free office for displaced attorney

HERE’S A FEW OF MY KEY ENDORSEMENT: Houston Chronicle Harris County Labor Assembly AFL CIO (COPE) *DUAL Harris County Chapter, Texas Coalition of Black Democrats Our Revolution Houston Black American Democrats Harris County Tejano Democrats Texas Progressive Council Clear Lake And Webster Bar Association Area 5 Democrats *DUAL Bay Area New Democrats *DUAL

Works Hard for Justice

Provided over 1700 hours of free legal services 2017 Harris County Bench Bar Pro Bono Award-Small Firm

Election Protection Legal Volunteer for past 13 years

Founder/Member, Houston Diversity Report Card on Law Firm since 2007

Coordinated HLA legal team brief to TX Supreme Court re African-American woman denied right to serve on jury

Fun Facts

400 Meter Hurdles College Track Conference Champion and current volunteer youth hurdles coach Raised in Acres Homes and Cypress, Harris County, Texas Mom of three amazing kids

Cassandra

HOLLEMON for Judge

HARRIS COUNTY CRIMINAL COURT AT LAW #12

“Standing for Fair, Equal and Unbiased Justice for ALL.” ABOUT ME...

WHY I’M RUNNING...

I am an Attorney licensed in Texas

Fair Treatment for the Mentally Challenged

Texas Southern University -Elementary Education (Attended)

Ruling without Prejudice and Bias

I have been practicing law for over 22 years Houston Community College - Legal Assistant Technology - (AAS)

University of St. Thomas - Legal Studies - (BA)

South Texas College of Law - (JD) 1994

Seeking Truth Regardless of Ones Job or Title

Alternative Sentencing Terms that are Manageable and Purposeful

I am an Advocate for Fairness in the jury selection process

Adhere to the Laws of the United States and the State of Texas

DEMOCRATIC JUDICIAL CANDIDATE FOR HARRIS COUNTY CRIMINAL COURT AT LAW #12

Cassandra

HOLLEMON

EARLY VOTING BEGINS:

Monday, October 22, 2018

EARLY VOTING ENDS:

Friday, November 2, 2018

hollemonforjudge@gmail.com ELECTION DAY VOTING:

Tuesday, November 6, 2018

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"Fair access to a fair forum ...because justice matters." DEMOCRAT SCOT “DOLLI” D0LLINGER FOR JUDGE, 189TH CIVIL DISTRICT COURT

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I'm Houston lawyer Scot Dollinger. Folks ask me, "How did 'dolli' get started?" Simple story. Growing up in Beaumont, Texas, my friends started calling me "Dolli." The name stuck and carried over to high school, college and my professional life. Though born and raised in Beaumont, I have lived and worked in Harris County for over twenty-five years. I'm running for judge of the 189th Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas. If you're a registered voter in Harris County, you can vote for me because it's a county-wide seat. The 189th District Court hears civil disputes from $500 and up and is considered a court of general jurisdiction. The Democratic Primary for this position will be March 6, 2018. The general election will be November 6, 2018. Seems like a long way off, but it will be here before we know it. In 2014, I was the Democratic candidate on the ballot for Civil Court No. 2 in Harris County. I am running again in the 2018 election cycle for the 189th bench because I continue to believe the best way to improve Harris County is to make sure that everyone has "fair access to a fair forum." That means having experienced judges who bring people together to solve problems without bias, sympathy or prejudice. Everybody needs to know when they come to court they will be treated fairly by an experienced, knowledgeable judge. Justice matters. It's that simple. After practicing law for over 30 years, I'm experienced, efficient and enlightened enough to run a fair court for all. Please get involved in the Harris County Democratic party by getting your friends EARLY VOTING BEGINS; and family to vote for me on Monday, October 22, 2018 Tues., Nov. 6th. Remember: www.dolli4judge.com ELECTION DAY:

Thank you!

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Primary Endorsements for Scot “Dolli” Dollinger

BAY AREA NEW DEMOCRATS AREA FIVE DEMOCRATS TEJANO DEMOCRATS, HARRIS COUNTY TEXAS COALITION OF BLACK DEMOCRATS - HARRIS COUNTY HARRIS COUNTY LABOR ASSEMBLY C.O.P.E., AFL - CIO COMMUNICATIONS WORKERS OF AMERICA 6222 (CWA) HOUSTON GLBT POLITICAL CAUCUS OUR REVOLUTION - HARRIS COUNTY CHAPTER TEXAS PROGRESSIVE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL HOUSTON CHRONICLE BAY AREA DEMOCRATIC MOVEMENT MEXICAN AMERICAN BAR ASSOCIATION OF HOUSTON

Tuesday, November 6, 2018

Scot “Dolli” Dollinger

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"It's not about Republican or Democrat, liberal or conservative. It's about justice. Justice for all matters."

- Scot “Dolli” Dollinger for Judge