Rosen 717,202 84,691 0 1,322,398 I was on several endorsements interviews with some of these judges through a different organization. JP2 21,608 29,498 1,599 The Harris County Elections Administrators Office also issued a statement, saying it readily has responded to requests that do not require documents subject to the litigation, and has sought an opinion from the attorney generals office on those that do. HD132 59.56% 40.44% Whether the charter rules, if approved, violate that provision may ultimately be left up to legal challenges but this is entirely legal, Mike Siegel, political director and co-founder of Ground Game Texas, told the San Antonio Report. In a statement, Menefee confirmed his office will file a lawsuit against Hegar. CC1 71,640 196,243 6,241 17 HD144 46.97% 53.03% At this level, this is just weird. HD127 57.86% 39.60% 2.54% Experience: Sherlene Cruz has worked 16 years in the criminal justice system. The party overall is in decent shape, and better organized than it had been in the past. MJ Hegar, who didnt do nearly as well, still won Harris by 136K. Collier actually did a tiny bit better in HD133, and both did better in HD134. In non-election years, the HBA conducts its Judicial Evaluation Questionnaire, in which members are asked to evaluate all elected and appointed judges on a number of professional and ethical questions. HD144 11,849 14,344 Cuellar emerged largely unscathed soundly winning his November reelection for a 10th term in office. Beto versus the spread Even in the case of the loser who lost to DaSean Jones by 449 votes, its extremely hard to imagine there could have been enough people who encountered problems and could not vote anywhere else and would have voted for the loser to make a difference. Neither he nor Ted Heap seems to have gotten any better at math or more truthful in general, so most likely this will play out in similar fashion. JP2 40.63% 56.87% 2.50% CD09 23,451 71,374 29 DA is technically a state office for smaller counties, the DA can cover several of them at once so Id normally expect to see them on the Texas Ethics Commission site. Harris County 208th Criminal District Court Judge: incumbent Greg Glass and challengers Beverly Armstrong and Kim McTorry. Cities can only nibble around the edges of that, and at their own peril in a state like Texas. Im sure they all have tears in their eyes and call him sir, too. JP7 14.34% 82.82% 2.84% CC4 115,688 120,613 To the extent that it did work, the voters seemed to understand the difference between criminal courts and not criminal courts. Union President Danny Diaz has pointed out that chokeholds and no-knock warrants already are prohibited, while enforcement policies for marijuana and abortion are determined at the state level. HD132 36,340 23,387 1,259 And more money will be hard to come by after the county adopted a lower-than-planned tax rate last year following a bitter political fight. Okay, we can move on now. The question about caseloads is one where theres room for disagreement Silverman, the HCCDLA President mentioned above, mounted a defense of the attorneys named in this story though those at the extreme end always look dodgy. JP7 16.80% 83.20% For those of you whose memories stretch back as far as 2018, yes those were the three best races for Dems after the Beto-Cruz race for Senate as well. GOP leaders are discussing a range of election security measures, from higher penalties for voter fraud to broader power for the attorney general to prosecute election crimes. HD134 31,902 47,475 1,190 6 Same shit, different year. HD129 38,545 24,668 House Bill 2020andSenate Bill 823would allow the secretary of states office to take action in a county if a complaint is filed by one of several officials and organizations involved in elections, and if theres good cause to believe that a recurring pattern of problems with election administration exists.. San Antonios police unionhas criticized the Justice Charter as an overreach into police policies as well as violations of state and federal law. PREVIOUSLY The two other freshmen, Republicans Kevin Sparks of Midland and Mayes Middleton of Galveston, both drew four-year terms. The story goes into detail about how absurdly vague the provisions are, which could put a whole lot of election administrators in solidly red counties in danger if something goes wrong, as things sometimes do. Daniel 192,368 328,119 39.86% 56.19% I then did the same thing for Harris and Fort Bend counties, to see how big the Democratic surplus was in each race. HD137 8,600 12,670 9 What you saw (on Thursday) was really the beginning of getting this particular question before a court: What is the effect of a local municipal ordinance when it comes into conflict with state law?. Vacancy of the Hon. He and County Attorney Jim Nichols met with Commissioners Bobby Whitson, John Driver, Bill Schumann and Russell Schneider in executive session for an hour on Thursday. Even for a few weeks. Results of the 2020 Judicial Preference Poll. HD130 46,537 18,686 HD130 69.92% 28.62% 1.46% 0.01% HD128 71.88% 28.10% 0.03% A voting surge cleared the Harris County courtrooms of all elected Republican judges, leaving only Democrats on the bench in civil, criminal, family, juvenile and probate courts. Houston, TX 77003. ====================== These losing candidates are finally laying bare what we all know to be true for them, its not about improving elections or making sure our elections are secure, its about playing games with our democratic systems and refusing to accept the will of the voters.. CC2 95,951 97,604 7,402 2,627 CC3 226,675 133,751 Judge Payne is represented by John Raley. If Hegars goal was to make headlines while insulting the basic intelligence of Harris County residents, I guess he achieved that. A William Wagner, about whom I could find nothing, filed the same for Constable in Precinct 7. There are multiple parking options available for those looking to attend the Houston Rodeo. HD138 52.82% 44.15% 3.03% HD134 39.36% 57.68% 1.90% 1.05% This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 2023-00841; Tami Pierce v. Judge DaSean Jones. That changed quite dramatically in 2018, when Dems won back Davis old seat and picked up another Senate seat as well. I think the Trib story contains the most relevant bit of information: The Election Day problems were unlikely to have been substantial enough to swing the results of the Harris County judges race, according to Bob Stein, a political science professor at Rice University. Country music star and Conroe-native, Parker McCollum caught up with our Sally Mac after he was named the headliner for 2023's Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo. In 2012, Luong returned to private practice, where he focused on representing Harris County citizens in criminal matters and handling court appointments cases, including representing indigent veterans and persons with mental health illnesses. The question then is why. If you have a favorite or two among them and a few bucks to spare, Im sure theyd appreciate a contribution. Beto 317,736 277,917 63.43% 46.22% Education: Alabama State University and Southern University Law Center. But we have a public defender now, and yet we still have judges who make a whole lot of appointments to the same handful of attorneys. HD128 32,446 12,873 706 9 HD138 59.58% 40.41% 0.02% Honestly, I have no problem with what was passed. Candidates Who Do Not Participate in the Evaluation Process Are rated "NR" Judicial candidates are rated by the ISBA - JEC members based on detailed information supplied by candidates, . Texas Republicans spent most of the 2021 legislative session focusing on election security and this year, its a top priority for them again. JP8 49,373 27,414 The margins are far wider in some other races candidates are contesting. JP5 47.01% 50.53% 2.46% Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar on Friday accused Harris County of defunding law enforcement,rekindling a feudfrom last fallin which Republican state officialsthreatened to blockthe countys annual budget. Dan Simons is represented by Elizabeth Alvarez. HD133 61.21% 38.77% 0.02% HD149 12,270 19,513 2018 1,082,506 2,307,654 46.91% HD144 11,869 13,567 682 4 JP2 42.67% 57.33% . Beto and Collier and Garza had enough money to at least run some ads, while Hays was still running against perhaps the highest-profile (read: got the most negative news for his ridiculous actions) incumbent after those three. Make of that what you will. =================================== Mayor Ron Nirenberg had been assembling a charter review committee to explore other potential changes in the coming year. CC4 49.47% 50.53% In Galveston and to a lesser extent Waller, the growth has been in redder areas, and we need to find the allies there who likely feel isolated and help them connect with and amplify each other. Therefore, even if the public does adopt the charter amendments, the charter amendments as written will not be enforceable, he said. Winning takes many forms, after all. The lawsuit is an example of why the Texas Legislature should repeal the litigation exception provision in state law that offers public offices an option to withhold records during litigation, said Bill Aleshire, an Austin attorney who works with the Freedom of Information Foundation of Texas. Part of this is that we have a vibrant Democratic club structure in place, with a lot of that participation coming in the formerly red areas. CC4 48.90% 51.10% And of course, every election is different, with candidates and exogenous conditions having an effect on who does and doesnt vote. UPDATE: As soon as I had hit Save on this draft, I see via Stace that attorney and former HD132 candidate Silvia Mintz has announced her candidacy. Dist Mealer Hidalgo W-I Last in line for the state courts are the Family Courts, also in numerical order. HD137 38.54% 61.46% JP6 5,130 16,223 1,342 HD127 40,530 24,529 HD130 71.41% 28.59% HD134 35,653 45,142 16 Collier 312,803 273,337 62.81% 45.64% JP5 152,130 137,293 52 TPR has more. I will of course keep an eye on them. HD129 36,347 26,966 1,802 State Rep. Jacey Jetton, a Richmond Republican, said hes exploring legislation to facilitate [the mail ballot] process, such as enabling election officials to check all identification numbers associated with an individual at the Texas Department of Public Safety. Election administration experts told Votebeat the legislation was an overreaction to the desire to hold Harris County accountable for years of election mismanagement, and would disrupt the states ability to help county election offices improve and address systemic problems. HD143 8,631 15,710 People wait for eviction cases to be heard at a Harris County courthouse in January 2022. Once again, Comptroller Hegar has abused his authority, the county attorney said. https://mailchi.mp/3860a20fae8b/we-need-your-help?e=cf7bb2b770&fbclid=IwAR3bf6Pdu4mhPHiTnPDtpzT361sMx5VyDAxSnUXy7qM7EbTLGfZabSUiT4w, Clubs in Action PAC (@CIAHTX) 8:32 PM 27 February 2023. HD150 35,168 21,262 We did (barely) win two of the four races in 2020, with one exceedingly close loss and one less close loss, but we went 0 for 4 this year. HD148 16,934 20,004 8 Combined, the two candidates raised close to $115 million, with ORourke bringing in more than $80 million. She lends a majority of her practice to the underprivileged and the disenfranchised. HD139 28.11% 69.53% 2.35% 0.00% Tom Ramsey, County Commissioner, Precinct 3 HD137 38.73% 58.25% 3.03% Judge Draper is represented by John Raley. HD149 39.85% 60.15% unfair distribution of election supplies. The bills list five causes for suspension of an elections administrator: Currently, any problems that arise in an election or with an elections administrator are handled by the countys election commission. (*as of 12/5/2021), Education: University of Houston and South Texas College of Law. HD145 33.23% 66.77% 300 intermediate appellate court seats. The county will now have to spend substantial resources handling these contests, time that could instead be spent serving the people of Harris County, added County Attorney Menefee. 2023-00925; Michelle Fraga v. Judge Christine Weems. I will pass along information about the fundraiser when I have it. The appellate courts cover multiple counties. It would be better if they didnt feel the need to try, as theres a perfectly good alternative already in place. Harris County Elections officials look over ballots in the central count area at NRG Arena on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022 in Houston. CD29 33.51% 66.46% 0.03% His math is wrong. 2016 Harris + FB 22K to 67K. Its clear that opinions differ about the legality and enforceability of the marijuana-related measures, and Id say the same would be true for the abortion one. Buckingham 184,006 323,967 37.41% 54.65% Beto versus the spread The gap is the greatest between them and their Republican challengers, and they got the most votes in the aggregate of any non-appellate group. What you see above is the range for each, so the vote deficit for these counties goes from 105K to 112K. HD147 10,255 35,167 FOX 26 Reporter Randy Wallace shows you four district court judges who have a history of granting multiple bonds to men who keep committing crimes. City Attorney Andy Segovia told reporters last week he believed most of the charter amendments provisions were at odds with state law andtherefore unenforceableby the city even if theyre approved by voters. Dist Buck% Kleberg% Grn% W-I% Eagleton 51,665 23,158 119,650 59,159 So, you know, a banner Monday. 2. Im sure each and every one of you are happy with what you drew, right? Lt. Gov. HD131 6,206 24,390 Appeals 520,019 549,533 48.62% 51.38% HD129 58.28% 38.03% 2.50% 1.19% Harris County has long been ground zero for the national debate over bail reform. Theres a lack of clubs, and thus neighborhood-based outreach, in a lot of traditional Democratic areas. The two glaring exceptions to this are HDs 133 and 134, both wealthy, well-educated, predominantly white districts that, in keeping with recent trends, are a lot more Democratic than they used to be. JP6 5,243 17,412 Warford 290,364 251,323 59.02% 42.41% HD146 8,922 33,114 Given that, what is the upside to making an at-best longshot run for the Senate? JP6 23.28% 72.80% 3.90% 0.02% Democratic Primary: Beth Payan, Paula Knippa, Rosa Lopez Theofanis Run for Judge of 3rd . Harker Heights was one of five Texas municipalities in which voters during the November midterms approved decriminalization initiatives. Danna 1,983 19,814 18,452 982 In the old days, when you had to vote at your precinct location, you really were screwed. John Bash, a defense attorney who previously worked at the U.S. Department of Justice and served as a U.S. attorney in Texas, said that the DOJ is under no obligation to publicly announce that a case is closed or that a subject related to the case is not a target. The argument that compels me is just simply that the last four even-number elections weve had have featured historically high turnout. Let me know if you have any questions. HD128 31,566 13,692 1,110 The bigger issue here remains the fact that state and federal law are much stricter about marijuana than the public wants them to be. HD127 60.65% 39.35% She handled cases ranging from Class C speeding tickets to non-death Capital Murders. Its been a year since his home was raided. Experience: Abigail Anastasio has served close to 20 years in law. Its not like voters were told they couldnt vote or that they had to go home. "If it was just mismanagement, it was just gross incompetence, wouldn't one think that the lack of paper would apply equally and uniformly across the map, so that there would be roughly an equivalent number of Democratic stronghold precinct neighborhoods as well as Republican precinct stronghold neighborhoods?" Ive said this before, but Mitt Romney won 11 State Rep districts in 2012, and he won them all with over 60% of the vote. There is no reason not to do it, so lets do it.. "Mr. Tatum, your day of reckoning has just started.". . C Probate 511,900 540,619 48.64% 51.36%, Candidates Houston Not Hou Hou% Not% JP4 57.72% 40.01% 2.27% See here and here for some background. Unlikely, to my mind, but I want to be transparent here. HD150 57.96% 39.56% 2.47% HD143 34.02% 63.56% 2.42% HD147 23.72% 76.25% 0.03% I will show in another post that the undervote rate doesnt correlate with partisan performance, at least in county judicial races, but with the appellate courts including all those Republican counties, its imperative to maximize those margins. Dist Paxton% Garza% Lib% A video of how to expunge ones record in Denton is embedded in the story. The effect was generally stronger in the Republican districts than in the Democratic ones, with HDs 133 and 134 being the most notable. CC1 26.13% 71.58% 2.28% 0.01% HD138 56.96% 43.04% In addition to her retained work, she accepts indigent defense appointments. If they got new information that caused them to reopen the investigation, they wouldnt want to convey to anybody that No, we will never look at this again, Bash said. HD147 18.82% 78.23% 2.95% Dist Mealer Hidalgo W-I Home More or less the same story here, with the distinction between Houston and not-Houston being smaller than in prior years. 2020 Harris + FB 108K to 156K. =================================== Mealer 198,286 336,434 40.19% 56.59% ======================= 2023-00952; Nile Copeland v. Judge Latosha Lewis Payne. JP3 46.84% 53.16% Judge Cox is represented by Cris Feldman. 13 Cause No. Thats somebody thats supposed to have better acumen and better results than elected officials, but the reverse has been proven to be true in Harris County, Bettencourt said. Now you can just go somewhere else. CC4 112,533 119,027 6,359 3,012 See here for the previous entry. ============================= JP6 22.60% 71.48% 5.91%
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