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, 2009
AADT 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


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