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ASIAN AMERICAN DEMOCRATS ANNOUNCE 2010 DEMOCRATIC PRIMARY CANDIDATE ENDORSEMENTS
The Executive Committee of the
Asian American Democrats of Texas, Inc., a registered Political Action Committee
with the Texas Ethics Commission, and a Democratic Caucus affiliated with the
Texas Democratic Party which has recognized it as the only statewide
organization representing Asian Americans, today announced the following
endorsements for the 2010 Democratic Primary Elections:
POSITION
ENDORSED CANDIDATE
U.S. Representative, District 18
Hon. Sheila Jackson Lee
Governor
Bill White
Lieutenant Governor
Ronnie Earle
Texas State Representative District 27
Dora Olivo
Harris County - County Judge
Gordon Quan
Harris County - County Clerk
Sue Schechter
Harris County - Juvenile District Court 313
Anthony Referente
Fort Bend County Democratic Party Chair
Steve Brown
Endorsement Process:
The endorsement decisions
were developed by open voting of the members of the Executive Committee and
Advisory Board at a duly called Endorsement Decision meeting. Only those races
were endorsed where one candidate received a two-thirds super-majority support
of the Endorsement Committee and it was a contested race. Some members of the
AADT Advisory Board did not participate because Judicial Canons prohibit them
from engaging in public endorsement of any candidates.
Contact: AJ Durrani, President
713-702-2377
February 18, 2010
Turning Texas Blue with Asian American Democrats
Chinatown Restaurant was packed last night as Austin's Asian American Democrats came out to the DNC AAPI Caucus Reception hosted by the Asian American Democrats of Texas. Among the many speakers was Bel Leong-Hong, the DNC AAPI Caucus Chair and Chair-Elect of Asian American Action Fund, who pointed out that Texas has never had an Asian American representative to the DNC and encouraged those present to run. Then there were the slews of politicians passing through to make their quick pitch for office. Gubernatorial candidates, Hank Gilbert and Tom Schieffer along with a surprise visit from Marc Katz, from Katz's Deli, who announced that he is running for lieutenant governor. Senatorial candidates John Sharp, who emphasized the opportune moment for turning Texas blue, and Bill White, who tailored his message to his experience with the Asian American community while Mayor of Houston. Overall, the night was a huge success as local judicial candidates Todd Wong, Brandy Mueller, Daniel Bradford, Olga Seelig, Eric Sheppard, Elizabeth Earle, Amy Clark Meachum, and John Lipscombe stopped in.
August 25, 2009
Asian-American Democrats of Texas (AADT)
August 28, 2009
ASIAN AMERICAN
DEMOCRATS ANNOUNCE 2009 CITY OF HOUSTON CANDIDATE ENDORSEMENTS
The Executive Committee of the
Asian American Democrats of Texas, Inc., a registered Political Action Committee
with the Texas Ethics Commission, and a Democratic Caucus affiliated with the
Texas Democratic Party which has recognized it as the only statewide
organization representing Asian Americans, today announced the following
endorsements for the City of Houston November 2009 elections:
POSITION
ENDORSED
CANDIDATE
At-Large, Pos.
1
Herman Litt
At-Large, Pos. 2
Sue Lovell
At-Large, Pos.
3
Melissa Noriega
At-Large, Pos.
4
C. O. Bradford
At-Large, Pos.
5
Jolanda Jones
District A
Lane Lewis
District
F
Mike Laster
District H
Ed Gonzalez
District I
James
Rodriguez
Endorsement Process: The endorsement decisions were
developed by open voting of the members of the Executive Committee at a duly
called Endorsement Decision meeting. Only those races were endorsed where one
candidate received a super-majority support of the Executive Committee voting
members. Present at the Endorsement Decision meeting were members of the AADT
Advisory Board who participated in the discussions but could not vote. Some
members of the AADT Advisory Board did not participate because Judicial Canons
prohibit them from engaging in public endorsement of any candidates.
Contact: AJ
Durrani, President 713-702-2377
August 25, 2009AADT would like to thank all of its members and supporters who attended the Asian-American
Democrats of Texas Candidates' Forum for making the event such a success.
Dozens of voters had the unique opportunity to meet with potential
Houston candidates and further inform themselves on the issues. All
of the candidates that spoke and participated in the forum are listed
below.
Annise Parker
Gene Locke
Peter Brown
Ronald Green
M.J. Khan
Karen Derr
Herman Litt
Rick Rodriguez
Stephen Costello
Sue Lovell
Rozzy Shorter
Melissa Noriega
C.O. Bradford
Noel Freeman
Jolanda Jones
Carlos Obando
Davetta Daniels
N/A
Lane Lewis
Bob Schoellkopf
Mike Laster
Lewis Cook
George Foulard
Dexter Handy
Oliver Pennington
Edward Gonzalez
August 22, 2009
Dear AADT members and supporters,
In the past election cycle, Asian-American
Democrats across Texas made their voices heard. We are a key constituency, and
it is important that we stay involved in the political process. In the eight
months since the 2008 elections, AADT has become organized in major metropolitan
areas in Texas, and it is now time to show what a force Asian-Americans have
become in Texas Democratic politics! We have many exciting events planned in the
next few months, and we are counting on the support and attendance of our AADT
members.
In Houston, the upcoming 2009 Municipal
elections in November are turning out to be exciting and competitive in every
race. To provide an opportunity for you to individually meet each candidate and
make your own personal evaluation,AADT has organized a Candidates’ Forum for
those running for Mayor, Controller, and City Council. This forum
will help decide who to endorse in the races.
The
Forum will be held on Tuesday
August 18th, from 6:00-8:00pm at Mayuri
Restaurant. The address is 5857 Westheimer Ave., Houston
77057.
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Houston+&state=TX&address=5857+Westheimer&zipcode=77057
Tickets to the event will be at $15 per person.
The proceeds will be used to cover the costs of the event, Mayuri’s fine
refreshments, as well as future AADT projects.
Please RSVP to Mili Gosar at 832-640-7570 or at miligosar@gmail.com.
As Democrats gain ground statewide in Texas, we
intend to involve the Asian-American community every step of the way. Any money
raised allows us to spread our message, involve Asian-Americans at every level
of government, and help get out the Asian-American vote. We may even be able to
hire a full-time staffer dedicated to being a voice for
Asian-Americans.
If we work together, Asian-Americans will
continue to be a pivotal constituency group.
Warm regards,
AJ
AJ Durrani
President, AADT
The Executive Committee of the Asian American Democrats of Texas, Inc., a registered Political Action Committee with the Texas Ethics Commission, and a Democratic Caucus affiliated with the Texas Democratic Party which has recognized it as the only statewide organization representing Asian Americans, today announced the following endorsements for the 2010 Democratic Primary Elections:
|
POSITION |
ENDORSED CANDIDATE |
|
U.S. Representative, District 18 |
Hon. Sheila Jackson Lee |
|
Governor |
Bill White |
|
Lieutenant Governor |
Ronnie Earle |
|
Texas State Representative District 27 |
Dora Olivo |
|
Harris County - County Judge |
Gordon Quan |
|
Harris County - County Clerk |
Sue Schechter |
|
Harris County - Juvenile District Court 313 |
Anthony Referente |
|
Fort Bend County Democratic Party Chair |
Steve Brown |
February 18, 2010
Turning Texas Blue with Asian American Democrats
Chinatown Restaurant was packed last night as Austin's Asian American Democrats came out to the DNC AAPI Caucus Reception hosted by the Asian American Democrats of Texas. Among the many speakers was Bel Leong-Hong, the DNC AAPI Caucus Chair and Chair-Elect of Asian American Action Fund, who pointed out that Texas has never had an Asian American representative to the DNC and encouraged those present to run. Then there were the slews of politicians passing through to make their quick pitch for office. Gubernatorial candidates, Hank Gilbert and Tom Schieffer along with a surprise visit from Marc Katz, from Katz's Deli, who announced that he is running for lieutenant governor. Senatorial candidates John Sharp, who emphasized the opportune moment for turning Texas blue, and Bill White, who tailored his message to his experience with the Asian American community while Mayor of Houston. Overall, the night was a huge success as local judicial candidates Todd Wong, Brandy Mueller, Daniel Bradford, Olga Seelig, Eric Sheppard, Elizabeth Earle, Amy Clark Meachum, and John Lipscombe stopped in.
August 25, 2009
Asian-American Democrats of Texas (AADT)
August 28, 2009
ASIAN AMERICAN
DEMOCRATS ANNOUNCE 2009 CITY OF HOUSTON CANDIDATE ENDORSEMENTS
The Executive Committee of the
Asian American Democrats of Texas, Inc., a registered Political Action Committee
with the Texas Ethics Commission, and a Democratic Caucus affiliated with the
Texas Democratic Party which has recognized it as the only statewide
organization representing Asian Americans, today announced the following
endorsements for the City of Houston November 2009 elections:
POSITION
ENDORSED
CANDIDATE
At-Large, Pos.
1
Herman Litt
At-Large, Pos. 2
Sue Lovell
At-Large, Pos.
3
Melissa Noriega
At-Large, Pos.
4
C. O. Bradford
At-Large, Pos.
5
Jolanda Jones
District A
Lane Lewis
District
F
Mike Laster
District H
Ed Gonzalez
District I
James
Rodriguez
Endorsement Process: The endorsement decisions were
developed by open voting of the members of the Executive Committee at a duly
called Endorsement Decision meeting. Only those races were endorsed where one
candidate received a super-majority support of the Executive Committee voting
members. Present at the Endorsement Decision meeting were members of the AADT
Advisory Board who participated in the discussions but could not vote. Some
members of the AADT Advisory Board did not participate because Judicial Canons
prohibit them from engaging in public endorsement of any candidates.
Contact: AJ
Durrani, President 713-702-2377
August 25, 2009AADT would like to thank all of its members and supporters who attended the Asian-American
Democrats of Texas Candidates' Forum for making the event such a success.
Dozens of voters had the unique opportunity to meet with potential
Houston candidates and further inform themselves on the issues. All
of the candidates that spoke and participated in the forum are listed
below.
Annise Parker
Gene Locke
Peter Brown
Ronald Green
M.J. Khan
Karen Derr
Herman Litt
Rick Rodriguez
Stephen Costello
Sue Lovell
Rozzy Shorter
Melissa Noriega
C.O. Bradford
Noel Freeman
Jolanda Jones
Carlos Obando
Davetta Daniels
N/A
Lane Lewis
Bob Schoellkopf
Mike Laster
Lewis Cook
George Foulard
Dexter Handy
Oliver Pennington
Edward Gonzalez
August 22, 2009
Dear AADT members and supporters,
In the past election cycle, Asian-American
Democrats across Texas made their voices heard. We are a key constituency, and
it is important that we stay involved in the political process. In the eight
months since the 2008 elections, AADT has become organized in major metropolitan
areas in Texas, and it is now time to show what a force Asian-Americans have
become in Texas Democratic politics! We have many exciting events planned in the
next few months, and we are counting on the support and attendance of our AADT
members.
In Houston, the upcoming 2009 Municipal
elections in November are turning out to be exciting and competitive in every
race. To provide an opportunity for you to individually meet each candidate and
make your own personal evaluation,AADT has organized a Candidates’ Forum for
those running for Mayor, Controller, and City Council. This forum
will help decide who to endorse in the races.
The
Forum will be held on Tuesday
August 18th, from 6:00-8:00pm at Mayuri
Restaurant. The address is 5857 Westheimer Ave., Houston
77057.
http://www.mapquest.com/maps?city=Houston+&state=TX&address=5857+Westheimer&zipcode=77057
Tickets to the event will be at $15 per person.
The proceeds will be used to cover the costs of the event, Mayuri’s fine
refreshments, as well as future AADT projects.
Please RSVP to Mili Gosar at 832-640-7570 or at miligosar@gmail.com.
As Democrats gain ground statewide in Texas, we
intend to involve the Asian-American community every step of the way. Any money
raised allows us to spread our message, involve Asian-Americans at every level
of government, and help get out the Asian-American vote. We may even be able to
hire a full-time staffer dedicated to being a voice for
Asian-Americans.
If we work together, Asian-Americans will
continue to be a pivotal constituency group.
Warm regards,
AJ
AJ Durrani
President, AADT
August 28, 2009
ASIAN AMERICAN
DEMOCRATS ANNOUNCE 2009 CITY OF HOUSTON CANDIDATE ENDORSEMENTS
The Executive Committee of the
Asian American Democrats of Texas, Inc., a registered Political Action Committee
with the Texas Ethics Commission, and a Democratic Caucus affiliated with the
Texas Democratic Party which has recognized it as the only statewide
organization representing Asian Americans, today announced the following
endorsements for the City of Houston November 2009 elections:
|
POSITION |
ENDORSED
CANDIDATE |
|
At-Large, Pos.
1
|
Herman Litt |
|
At-Large, Pos. 2 |
Sue Lovell |
|
At-Large, Pos.
3
|
Melissa Noriega |
|
At-Large, Pos.
4
|
C. O. Bradford |
|
At-Large, Pos.
5
|
Jolanda Jones |
|
District A |
Lane Lewis |
|
District
F
|
Mike Laster |
|
District H |
Ed Gonzalez |
|
District I |
James
Rodriguez |
Endorsement Process: The endorsement decisions were
developed by open voting of the members of the Executive Committee at a duly
called Endorsement Decision meeting. Only those races were endorsed where one
candidate received a super-majority support of the Executive Committee voting
members. Present at the Endorsement Decision meeting were members of the AADT
Advisory Board who participated in the discussions but could not vote. Some
members of the AADT Advisory Board did not participate because Judicial Canons
prohibit them from engaging in public endorsement of any candidates.
Contact: AJ
Durrani, President 713-702-2377
August 25, 2009
|
Annise Parker |
|
|
Gene Locke |
|
|
Peter Brown |
|
|
Ronald Green |
|
|
M.J. Khan |
|
|
Karen Derr |
|
|
Herman Litt |
|
|
Rick Rodriguez |
|
|
Stephen Costello |
|
|
Sue Lovell |
|
|
Rozzy Shorter |
|
|
Melissa Noriega |
|
|
C.O. Bradford |
|
|
Noel Freeman |
|
|
Jolanda Jones |
|
|
Carlos Obando |
|
|
Davetta Daniels |
N/A |
|
Lane Lewis |
|
|
Bob Schoellkopf |
|
|
Mike Laster |
|
|
Lewis Cook |
|
|
George Foulard |
|
|
Dexter Handy |
|
|
Oliver Pennington |
|
|
Edward Gonzalez |
August 22, 2009
If we work together, Asian-Americans will continue to be a pivotal constituency group.