Showing posts with label Houston Mayoral Election. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Houston Mayoral Election. Show all posts

Wednesday, January 16, 2019

The Tuesday, November 5, 2019 City of Houston Mayoral Election is Nonpartisan; Tony Buzbee is Running as a Nonpartisan Candidate


Tony Buzbee, a 2019 candidate running for mayor of the City of Houston does not like partisan political labels at all -- not one bit. Now, like many of us, sometimes he's very disappointed by how candidates he's supported choose to govern once they're in office. But we just can't do anything about how others choose to act! Can we? However, as warm-blooded Americans, what we can do is to continue to make our voices heard at the ballot box going forward. And the best way for us to accomplish this objective is by freely supporting the candidate (or candidates) of our own personal choices in local, state, and national elections. His wife Zoe, and daughter are seen above with former U.S. President Barack Obama. Tony Buzbee himself is seen above with former U.S. President Bill Clinton. And former Governor of Texas Rick Perry is also pictured above recognizing Tony Buzbee and his wife Zoe.

Attorney Tony Buzbee Has Never Been A Partisan Kinda Guy; According to Buzbee, Partisan Labels are Bull$**t, Have no Place Whatsoever in Local Nonpartisan Citywide Elections

AUBREY R. TAYLOR REPORTS©

According to 2019 City of Houston Mayoral Candidate Tony Buzbee, partisan labels are Bull$**t. Now, while I don’t particularly care for the language he used, I do think he has a point. And as for me, well, I totally agree! Partisanship has no place in "NONPARTISAN ELECTIONS" like the one that’s about to go down in Houston on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. After all, the very word nonpartisan, according to the Miriam Webster Dictionary means, “not partisan, especially: free from party affiliation, bias, or designation.” So, as "ELECTION DAY," Tuesday, November 5, 2019, creeps closer and closer, I would like to take this moment to remind all Houstonians, that the local Harris County Democratic Party bosses, and Harris County Republican Party bosses should not be playing ball in the upcoming citywide elections.

PARTY POLITICS SHOULD BE REJECTED

Over the years, local citywide elections have become increasingly more and more partisan, as party bosses, pundits, political hacks, talking heads, political entrepreneurs, and consultants have adopted a “WIN-AT-ALL-COST” methodology. But what happens in these cases is candidates belonging to one political party or the other gains an unfair advantage over their fellow competitors in given races. 

Look, most local citywide elections in America are nonpartisan for a very good reason. In case you don’t know, many states in America first enacted nonpartisan election laws back during the Progressive Era in direct response to the perception that “POLITICAL PARTY BOSSES” and their “ORGANIZATIONAL MACHINES” were actually corrupting city governments throughout the nation. They thought enacting such measures would curtail the practice of "PARTISAN INTERFERENCE IN LOCAL CITYWIDE ELECTIONS" and lead to a more efficient and responsive city government. 

ONLY NAMES ON THE BALLOT

When Houstonians waltz into the voting booth at the start of “EARLY VOTING” on Monday, October 21, 2019, they won’t see the letter “D” or “R” in front of, or behind any name on their ballot. Nor will they find the words “DEMOCRAT” or “REPUBLICAN” anywhere on their ballot during the “EARLY VOTING PERIOD” or on “ELECTION DAY” which is on Tuesday, November 5, 2019. And rightly so, because typical nonpartisan election laws permit only the names of candidates, without any party affiliation, to appear on the ballot. So to this end, I am strongly encouraging all “OPEN-MINDED HOUSTONIANS” to make it their business to elect the “BEST-QUALIFIED” candidates who value our vote, prayers, and support at the ballot box during this pivotal moment in the history of our great nation.

THINKING ABOUT RUNNING?

According to the folks at the Houston City Secretary’s Office candidates looking to run for office on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, can pay a filing fee, or they can collect signatures to have their name placed on the ballot. So, if you are a candidate wanting to run for MAYOR OF HOUSTON you can pay a 1,250.00 dollar filing fee or collect signatures to have your name placed on the ballot. If you are a candidate who would like to run for THE CITY OF HOUSTON CONTROLLER position you can pay a 750.00 dollar filing fee or collect signatures to have your name placed on the ballot. And if you are a candidate looking to run for one of the HOUSTON CITY COUNCIL positions you can pay a 500.00 dollar filing fee or collect signatures to have your name placed on the ballot. However, if you plan on going the route of collecting signatures to have your name placed on the ballot, the exact number of signatures needed won’t be determined until sometime in July of this year from what I understand. But, to be sure, all candidates interested in running for office on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the City of Houston General Election can call (832)393-1100 to speak directly with someone in the City Secretary’s Office. However, if you have any problem whatsoever in getting your questions answered, you can call me directly at (281)788-3033, and I will try to do what I can to help. And just in case you don’t already know, the City Secretary’s Office can be located at 900 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002 on the first floor.

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The City of Houston Mayor at this time is Sylvester Turner. In case you don't know, Mayor Sylvester Turner is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The City of Houston Controller at this time is Chris Brown In case you don't know, Controller Chris Brown is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council District A seat is currently being held by Council Member Brenda Stardig. In case you don't know, Council Member Brenda Stardig is "TERM-LIMITED" and cannot run for re-election on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council District B seat is currently being held by Council Member Jerry Davis. In case you don't know, Council Member Jerry Davis is "TERM-LIMITED" and cannot run for re-election on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council District C seat is currently being held by Council Member Ellen Cohen. In case you don't know, Council Member Ellen Cohen is "TERM-LIMITED" and cannot run for re-election on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council District D seat is currently being held by Council Member Dwight Boykins. In case you don't know, Council Member Dwight Boykins is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council District E seat is currently being held by Council Member Dave Martin. In case you don't know, Council Member Dave Martin is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council District F seat is currently being held by Council Member Steve Le. In case you don't know, Council Member Steve Le is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council District G seat is currently being held by Council Member Greg Travis. In case you don't know, Council Member Greg Travis is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council District H seat is currently being held by Council Member Karla Cisneros. In case you don't know, Council Member Karla Cisneros is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council District I seat is currently being held by Council Member Robert Gallegos. In case you don't know, Council Member Robert Gallegos is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council District J seat is currently being held by Council Member Mike Laster. In case you don't know, Council Member Mike Laster is "TERM-LIMITED" and cannot run for re-election on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council District K seat is currently being held by Council Member Martha Castex-Tatum. In case you don't know, Council Member Martha Castex-Tatum is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council At-Large Position 1 seat is currently being held by Council Member Mike Knox. In case you don't know, Council Member Mike Knox is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council At-Large Position 2 seat is currently being held by Council Member David Robinson. In case you don't know, Council Member David Robinson is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council At-Large Position 3 seat is currently being held by Council Member Michael Kubosh. In case you don't know, Council Member Michael Kubosh is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council At-Large Position 4 seat is currently being held by Council Member Amanda Edwards. In case you don't know, Council Member Amanda Edwards is "ELIGIBLE TO RUN FOR RE-ELECTION" on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.


The Houston City Council At-Large Position 5 seat is currently being held by Council Member Jack Christie. In case you don't know, Council Member Jack Christie is "TERM-LIMITED" and cannot run for re-election on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the upcoming City of Houston General Election.
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HOUSTON, TEXAS 77058-3039
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"Councilman Mike Knox is pictured above with former Houston City Council Member Toni Lawrence. On behalf of the Houston Business Connections Newspaper©we would like to thank Councilman Mike Knox for valuing the vote, prayers, and support of every Houstonian. It's through the generous support from people like Councilman Knox that Houston Business Connections Newspaper is able to inform, empower and implore our readers actively pursue their dreams. And as always, please don't forget that it is imperative that we make it our business to elect the "BEST QUALIFIED" people who value us when we go to the polls to vote! And just in case you don't know, Councilman Mike Knox is running for re-election on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the race for Houston City Council At-Large Position #1. But you don't have to wait until "ELECTION DAY" to cast your ballot for Mike Knox. The "EARLY VOTING PERIOD" will begin on Monday, October 21, 2019, and end on Friday, November 1, 2019."

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HOUSTON, TEXAS 77058-3039
PHONE: (832)212-8735
CELL: (281)788-3033


"On behalf of the Houston Business Connections Newspaper, we would like to thank Tony Buzbee for finding value in supporting the "2019 MLK HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS" taking place in Houston, Texas on Monday, January 21, 2019. In case you don't already know, Tony Buzbee will be on the November 2019 ballot running for Mayor of Houston."

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On behalf of the Houston Business Connections Newspaper, we would like to thank Dr. Kendall L. Baker for finding value in supporting the "2019 MLK HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS" taking place in Houston, Texas on Monday, January 21, 2019. In case you don't already know, Dr. Kendall Baker will be on the November 2019 ballot running for Mayor of Houston.

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HOUSTON, TEXAS 77058-3039
PHONE: (832)212-8735
CELL: (281)788-3033


"If you are a candidate planning to run for Mayor of Houston, City Controller, or Houston City Council on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, the information below will help you to better identify the status of each of the aforementioned positions. And as always, if you need branding assistance, strategy support, opposition research, push card design, push card distribution, yard sign design, yard sign printing, press-release support or outreach to our diverse readership call (281)788-3033 today!"


The Houston City Council is made up of sixteen Council Members, along with Mayor Sylvester Turner and City Controller Chris Brown. All these City leaders are limited to serving two four year terms. 


The next general election for the City of Houston will take place on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, with the inauguration for the newly elected City Officials scheduled to take place on Thursday, January 2, 2020.


Currently, the Mayor Pro-Tem for the City of Houston is Ellen Cohen – who also serves as the Houston City Council District C Member. At this time, the Vice Mayor Pro-Tem for the City of Houston is Jerry Davis – who serves as the Houston City Council District D Member. Both council members are term-limited and prohibited from seeking re-election on Tuesday, November 5, 2019, in the General Election.

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Sunday, September 6, 2015

How the 2015 City of Houston Candidates Will Appear on the November Ballot -- Brought to You By Kendall L. Baker

Dr. Kendall L. Baker: "My first task is to make sure our police department has adequate resources and personnel to provide better security in District F -- I'm asking for your vote on Election Day."



PLEASE VOTE EARLY

You can vote early from Monday, October 19, 2015 through Friday, October 23, 2015 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (CLICK HERE) for early voting locations. On Saturday, October 24, 2015 you can vote from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (CLICK HERE) for early voting locations. And On Sunday, October 25, 2015 you can vote from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (CLICK HERE) for early voting locations. There are (41) forty one early voting locations. You can (CLICK HERE) for the complete list of early voting locations. You can also vote early from Monday, October 26, 2015 through Friday, October 30, 2015 from 7:00 a.m. through 7:00 p.m. (CLICK HERE) for a listing of the early voting locations for this election.


ELECTION DAY VOTING

Election Day is on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. You must vote at your designated voting location on Tuesday, November 3, 2015. You may want to visit the Harris County Clerk’s website if you are not sure where to vote on Election Day. (CLICK HERE) to find your polling place.


THE OFFICIAL BALLOT ORDER
The Race for Mayor

Demetria Smith
Ben Hall
Victoria Lane
Sylvester Turner
Adrian Garcia
Bill King
Rafael Munoz
Marty McVey
Steve Costello
Joe Ferreira
Hoc Thai Nguyen
Chris Bell
Dale Steffes


The Race for Controller

M.J. Khan
Chris Brown
Bill Frazer
Jew Don Boney
Dwight Jefferson
Carroll Robinson


The Race for District A
Brenda Stardig
Iesheia Ayers-Wilson


The Race for District B
Jerry Davis
Ben White Jr.
Vince Duncan
Isaac Mayhorn
Kenneth “K.P.” Perkins


The Race for District C
Carl Jarvis
Ellen Cohen
Michael McDonald


The Race for District D
Dwight Boykins
*Running Unopposed 


The Race for District E
Dave Martin
*Running Unopposed 


The Race for District F
Steve Le
Kendall Baker
Richard Nguyen



VOTE "NO" ON "PROP 1"

"I stand for “equality” but not “special rights!” Our current Mayor, Annise Parker, is calling for Equal Rights which are in fact particularly and especially designed, aimed, and intended for the LGBT community who wants to implement policy that will threaten religious freedom and criminalize those who stand for the protection of women and children. This ordinance gives men access to women's restrooms and other public accommodations. As your Councilman I'm against this type of ordinance and I will protect religious freedom, family values, women, children and citizens in general," says Dr. Kendall L. Baker.

The Race for District G
Greg Travis
Sandie Mullins Moger


The Race for District H
Jason Cisneroz
Abel Davila
Karla Cisneros
Roland Chavez


The Race for District I
Herlinda Garcia
Robert Gallegos


The Race for District J
Dung Le
Jim Bigham
Mike Laster
Manny Barrera


The Race for District K
Larry Green
*Running Unopposed


At-Large Position #1
Griff Griffin
Tom McCasland
Jenifer Rene Pool
Georgia Provost
Chris Oliver
Mike Knox
Lane Lewis
James Partsch-Galvan


At-Large Position #2
David Robinson
Moe Rivera
Eric Dick
Willie Davis
Andrew Burks


At-Large Position #3
Michael Kubosh
John C.B. LaRue
Joseph McElligott
Doug Peterson


At-Large Position #4
Amanda Edwards
Jonathan Hansen
Larry Blackmon
Evelyn Husband Thompson
Matt Murphy
Roy Morales 


At-Large Position #5
J. Brad Batteau
Jack Christie
Philippe Nassif
Sharon Moses

*Publishing of this "BLOG POST" was made possible in part by Kendall Baker a 2015 Candidate for Houston City Council District F in the Tuesday, November 3, 2015 City of Houston Mayoral Election.



PLEASE STAND WITH ME!



DEAR HOUSTONIANS:

Hello, my name is Kendall L. Baker, a native Houstonian, originally from the northeast side. I am a candidate for City Council District F in the 2015 City of Houston elections. First and foremost, I love my city; particularly District F, where I've resided for nearly 25 years and where I’ve pastored a church for over 10 years now. I was employed with the City of Houston for almost 29 years servicing citizens directly in 911 Emergency, Public Works and Engineering, Consumer Affairs Division and as Division Manager of the new improved 311 Help and Information Center. My excellent performance ratings and perfect attendance gave me the ability to see inside the core of what makes the City of Houston work and what doesn’t. Unfortunately, one thing I know for sure is that most of District F (Alief, Tanglewilde, Royal Oaks, Weshchase, Westwood, Briar Meadow, etc.) residents are underrepresented. Why? I'm glad you asked. 

District F needs and deserves a candidate who can effectively communicate the needs of the entire district. My experience has equipped me to know every inch of District F extremely well, as well as the entire city. My motto is, "No constituent left behind!" My first task is to make sure our police department has adequate resources and personnel to provide better security in District F. Public safety overall includes improving the infrastructure by making sure roads are safe, by addressing our enormous pothole problem and broken streets. District F streets are broken in part by the underlying deteriorating water and sewer lines. I vow to immediately correct and improve these conditions as your next Councilman.

Second, I stand for “equality” but not “special rights!” Our current Mayor, Annise Parker, is calling for Equal Rights which are in fact particularly and especially designed, aimed, and intended for the LGBT community who wants to implement policy that will threaten religious freedom and criminalize those who stand for the protection of women and children. This ordinance gives men access to women's restrooms and other public accommodations. As your Councilman I'm against this type of ordinance and I will protect religious freedom, family values, women, children and citizens in general.

Third, the key to any city’s financial security is economic development that will attract and incentivize corporations to relocate to Houston and provide more jobs! I pledge to ensure that we do that; especially improving economic development, increasing jobs, building better infrastructure in District F!

Fourth, our city must keep a disciplined fiscal accountability, bringing all debt under control, including the infamous pension fund; controlling unnecessary spending, and ceasing the present Administration’s “kick the debt down the road” mentality. This includes revisiting how we allocate funding to districts based on the actual prioritized needs of districts, not “under the table bargaining” to get a favor from the Mayor. This is why I will also support a Charter change that will allow council members to place items on the agenda, not just the mayor only. In addition, I will address other divisive issues including but not limited to the drainage fee and the feeding ordinance. I will protect, promote, advance, and fight for District F!

Houston, it's time for us to be reunited again and this can be made possible by your vote this November. Please vote for Dr. Kendall L. Baker for District F because I truly care about Houston!

Sincerely,
Dr. Kendall L. Baker for City Council District F. Offers a refreshing change by an experienced candidate for all of District F. Call 832-858-4831 or email us at kendall.baker@sbcglobal.net.

Pd. Pol. Ad by Kendall L Baker Campaign, Tim Taft, Treasurer 



The focus of Houston Business Connections Newspaper from now through Tuesday, November 3, 2015 is being placed on voter education, engagement and empowerment heading into the 2015 City of Houston Mayoral Elections. Early voting begins on Monday, October 19, 2015. Call (832)212-8735 for more information. Or you may email the publisher at: aubreyrtaylor@gmail.com to discuss your inclusion.



Are you confused on matters pertaining to the HERO Ordinance? Well, you are strongly encouraged to read the ordinance for yourself before going to the polls to vote. You can (CLICK HERE) to read the ordinance for yourself. "Voting is a personal decision that every voter should make from an empowered position. The 2015 City of Houston Mayoral Election will be perhaps one of the most important elections that have taken place in the last 50 years. So to this end, please research and study the candidates and issues before going to the polls. Early voting will be taking place from Monday, October 19, 2015 through Friday, October 30, 2015. Election Day is on Tuesday, November 3, 2015," Aubrey R. Taylor, publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper -- You are welcome to call (832)212-8735 to discuss your inclusion.


DISCLAIMER

The opinions expressed by Aubrey R. Taylor, publisher of Houston Business Connections Newspaper in this "BLOG POST" do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Aubrey R. Taylor Communications; or supporters, sponsors, advertisers, friends, associates, or anyone else associated directly or indirectly to Aubrey R. Taylor Communications.