AUBREY R. TAYLOR REPORTS©
Saying that the city of Houston is in bad shape is an
understatement. Why? Well, on top of the city of Houston heading toward a
fiscal cliff, it’s also become a cesspool that must be drained. In my opinion,
the last thing the city of Houston needs to do is elect someone for symbolic
reasons.
In her interview with FOX 26, the city’s first openly-gay Mayor hinted at her disappointment with Mayor Sylvester Turner over the fact that he
hasn’t re-introduced some version of the (HERO) Houston Equal Rights Ordinance,
that she failed to get passed, back when she was Mayor.
All these years later, Mayor Parker still doesn’t get it. “I think there were expectations in his constituency, folks that help get him elected, that he would revisit the issue,” she said. However, what Mayor Parker doesn’t realize is that the LGBTQ+ community only makes up a small portion of Mayor Sylvester Turner’s constituency.
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If my memory serves me right, African American females, were the huge driving force behind helping to defeat the “BATHROOM BILL” that could have allowed men, who claimed to be women, into the bathrooms, locker rooms, and showers with biological females.
While former Mayor Annise Parker tried to frame the “HERO
ORDINANCE” as an attempt to establish nondiscrimination protections for gay and
transgender people, others framed it as an attempt to allow people to
self-identify themselves as a member of the opposite sex and gain access to a place they should be allowed, and potentially put the safety of women at risk.
And at the end of the day, Mayor Parker’s “HERO ORDINANCE” failed
miserably at the polls by a wide margin. “I guarantee that justice in Houston
will prevail; we will be back,” she said after the “HERO ORDINANCE” was soundly
rejected by Houstonians who went to the polls to cast ballots, and make their
voices heard.
Even though the “HERO ORDINANCE,” or the Houston
Anti-Discrimination HERO Veto Referendum, Proposition #1, failed because 60.97%
of the voters said NO, and only 39.05% of the voters said yes, back in 2015,
this issue could resurface in the Tuesday, November 7, 2023, City of Houston
Mayor Election. Remember, Mayor Annise Parker is resurfacing right now for a
specific purpose.
“This ordinance you have not seen the last of,” she
proclaimed back in 2015 when 157,110 voters said NO, and only 100,582, said
YES. And a very large segment of Mayor Sylvester Turner’s constituency (African
American women) vote NO and did not want to have biological males, inside public
restrooms with them, and their babies.
Former Mayor Annise Parker is correct, a segment of Mayor
Sylvester Turner’s constituency would have liked for him to re-introduce the “HERO
ORDINANCE,” during his tenure, WHAT SHE DOESN’T seem to grasp is that an even
greater portion of his constituency is against biological males being able to “SELF-IDENTIFY”
themselves as a member of the opposite sex, and gain access to women’s
bathrooms, locker rooms, and showers.
Now, when you step back and look at the current field of “2023
CITY OF HOUSTON MAYORAL CONTENDERS” it appears that Mayor Annise Parker is
looking for someone who could re-introduce the “HERO ORDINANCE” and press the issue.
But who would that be? Only time will tell – I guess.
“BACK TO THE MONEY.”
When you look at the current field of choices we could
potentially have on the ballot, on Tuesday, November 7, 2022, Gilbert Garcia,
the former chairman of (METRO) The Metropolitan Transit Authority (if he
decides to run) could be the best shot we have at getting a new mayor in place
who would be ready on day one to deal with the serious issues that lie ahead
for the city of Houston.
Identity politics must be set aside this time around as
Houstonians must elect a Mayor who understands numbers. Annice understood the
numbers. In fact, I admired her ability to work with numbers. And nearly
everyone I know had a hefty amount of respect for former Houston Mayor Annise
Parker’s ability to make the numbers work.
A few days ago, she told, FOX 26 news reporter, Greg
Groogan, in an “EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW” that city of Houston could have some
serious financial issues looming. “Sylvester turner, and we need to give him
credit, was able to shore up the pension systems.” But that’s just about the
only praise she gave mayor Turner.
According to the former city of Houston Mayor Annisce Parker, mayor Sylvester Turner’s administration has used one-time money to plug budget holes for ongoing expenses. By doing so, the next Mayor will have some serious liabilities to deal with she explained.
Gilbert Andrew Garcia, CFA
Mr. Garcia received a B.A. in Economics from Yale
University. After graduating in 1985, he joined Salomon Brothers in New York
City where he became a Vice President specializing in mortgage-backed
securities. In 1990, he moved to Houston to join former Mayor Henry Cisneros in
building Cisneros Asset Management Company, ultimately becoming its President.
In 2002, he joined Garcia Hamilton & Associates and is the Firm’s Managing
Partner. Under his leadership, the Firm has grown from $200 million in fixed-income assets under management to over $16.8 billion (as of September 30,
2022).
Mr. Garcia is proud to have served on two SEC FACA
Committees: SEC’s Fixed Income Market Structure Advisory Board and SEC’s Asset
Management Advisory Committee, where he led the Diversity and Inclusion
subcommittee. He currently serves as a member of the Board of Trustees for
Dallas Police & Fire Pension System and is the longest-serving board member
with Chairman Henry Kravis on the Board of Directors of SEO, a non-profit providing
summer internships on Wall Street for minority undergraduates. Mr. Garcia was
awarded SEO’s Alumni Leadership Award in 2015 alongside other honorees,
including the former mayor of New York City, Michael R. Bloomberg, and
Co-Founder & Co-CEO of The Carlyle Group, David M. Rubenstein.
Mr. Garcia and GH&A have received numerous industry
recognitions. Most recently in 2022, Houston Business Journal recognized the
Firm as an Outstanding Diverse Organization within their Diversity in Business
Awards. Mr. Garcia was also recognized as a Diversity Champion in 2022 and 2021
for his promotion of diversity and inclusion within the Firm as well as in the
Houston community. In 2020, Mr. Garcia received NASP’s Maynard Holbrook
Jackson, Jr. Award, which was established to honor the financial services
professional who best exemplifies entrepreneurial achievement, community
service, and high moral standards. In 2019, he was awarded Houston’s Most
Admired CEOs, and the Firm was ranked among Houston’s Best Places to Work in 2018.
The Firm also received Pensions & Investments’ Best Places to Work in Money
Management five years in a row (2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016), and Emerging
Manager Monthly has awarded the Firm Fixed Income Manager of the Year three
years in a row (2019, 2018 and 2010). Other past awards include the 2018 US
Fixed Income Manager of the Year presented by Fundmap, Institutional Investor’s
Intermediate-Term Fixed Income Manager of the Year in 2016 and 2015, and
Institutional Investor’s 2014 Fixed Income Investment Grade Manager of the
Year. In 2018, Mr. Garcia was co-chair of the Susan G. Komen Race for the
Cure. The same year, he was awarded “Male Entrepreneur of the Year 2018” by the
Houston Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Garcia was recognized by the American
Jewish Committee Houston (AJC Houston) with the Human Relations Award in 2016.
In 2022, Mr. Garcia was the Co-Grand Marshall of the 44th
Annual Martin Luther King Jr. parade in Houston, Texas. From 2012 - 2016, Mr.
Garcia served as Chairman of the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris
County where he implemented the “Garcia Rule,” which requires at least one
diverse investment manager to be included in every asset class search. Under his
leadership, METRO received transparency awards and earned the 2015 APTA Award
for Outstanding Public Transportation System Achievement. Mr. Garcia previously
served as Secretary of the Board of Directors of the Houston Downtown
Management District for 13 years. He was also a member of the Board of
Directors of the Yale Club of Houston and a member of the Board of Trustees of
the Houston Municipal Employees Pension System. In addition, he is a Class X
graduate of Leadership Houston. Mr. Garcia is married with four children and
enjoys martial arts and coaching youth sports.
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"When Tony Sr. was in first grade (when dinosaurs still roamed the earth), he had different ambitions than anyone else in his class. Everyone wanted to be a doctor or a lawyer or a fireman, but not Tony Sr., he wanted to be the President of Way Mechanical. In 1996, he achieved that goal. Like most McCorvey’s that have been involved with the family business, his resume is very short. He’s been a tin bender his entire life and loves sheet metal. Tony Sr. is still heavily involved in the company and shares his guidance and vision with the employees every day."
AUBREY R. TAYLOR: "In my opinion, Attorney "DOWNTOWN" Oliver Brown is a true leader in the courtroom. Attorney "Downtown" Oliver Brown is a true leader in every sense of the word. He knows the way, goes the way, and does his best to lead by example and show others the way."
AUBREY R. TAYLOR: "In my opinion, Pastor Willie Davis is a strong leader who exemplifies what it means to be strong, resilient, courageous, and trustworthy. Pastor Willie Davis is a true leader in every sense of the word. He knows the way, goes the way, and does his best to lead by example and show others the way."
AUBREY R. TAYLOR: "In my opinion, Former Judge Loyd Wright is a Conservative who people from all walks of life should consider getting to know. Loyd loves us and is a fair, open-minded person who represents leadership in every sense of the word. He knows the way, goes the way, and does his best to lead by example and show others the way."
AUBREY R. TAYLOR: "In my opinion, Judge Mke Engelhart is a strong leader who respects and appreciates our unique differences. He's up for reelection in the race for Judge, 151st Civil District Court in the upcoming 2024 Presidential Election, but that's not why he's being featured here in this report. Judge Mike Engelhart knows the way, goes the way, and does his best to lead by example and show others the way."
Judge Latosha Lewis Payne is the presiding judge for the 55th Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Latosha Lewis Payne will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly-reelected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Fredericka Phillips is the presiding judge for the 61st Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Fredericka Phillips will be up for reelection in the 2024 Presidential Election. Still, she will have to earn the nomination to serve as the Democratic nominee, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary, for Harris County, Texas.
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Judge Jeralynn Manor is the presiding judge for the 80th Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Jeralynn Manor will be up for reelection in the 2024 Presidential Election but will have to earn the nomination to serve as the Democratic nominee, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Cheryl Elliott Thornton is the presiding judge for the 164th Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Cheryl Elliott Thornton will be up for reelection in the 2024 Presidential Election but will have to earn the nomination to serve as the Democratic nominee, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Ursula A. Hall is the presiding judge for the 165th Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Cheryl Elliott Thornton will be up for reelection in the 2024 Presidential Election but will have to earn the nomination to serve as the Democratic nominee, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Hazel B. Jones is the presiding judge for the 174th Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Hazel Jones will be up for reelection in the 2024 Presidential Election but will have to earn the nomination to serve as the Democratic nominee, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Nikita V. Harmon is the presiding judge for the 176th Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Nikita V. Harmon will be up for reelection in the 2024 Presidential Election. Still, she will have to earn the nomination to serve as the Democratic nominee, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Robert Johnson is the presiding judge for the 177th Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Robert Johnson will be up for reelection in the 2024 Presidential Election. Still, he will have to earn the nomination to serve as the Democratic nominee, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Katherine N. Thomas is the presiding judge for the 184th Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Katherine N. Thomas will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Tamika “Tami” Craft is the presiding judge for the 189th Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Tamika “Tami” Craft will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Beverly D. Armstrong is the presiding judge for the 208th Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Beverly D. Armstrong will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Elaine H. Palmer is the presiding judge for the 215th Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Elaine H. Palmer will be up for reelection in the 2024 Presidential Election. Still, she will have to earn the nomination to serve as the Democratic nominee, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Angela M. Lancelin is the presiding judge for the 245th Family District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Angela M. Lancelin will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Angela Graves Harrington is the presiding judge for the 246th Family District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Angela Graves Harrington will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly-reelected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Sandra J. Peake is the presiding judge for the 257th Family District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Sandra J. Peake will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly reelected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Lori Chambers Gray is the presiding judge for the 262nd Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Lori Chambers Gray will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Melissa M. Morris is the presiding judge for the 263rd Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Melissa M. Morris will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Dedra Davis is the presiding judge for the 270th Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Dedra Davis will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Damiane “Dianne” Curvey is the presiding judge for the 280th Family District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge “Damiane “Dianne” Curvey will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Germaine Tanner is the presiding judge for the 311th Family District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Germaine Tanner will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Michelle Moore is the presiding judge for the 314th Juvenile District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Michelle Moore will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly-reelected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Brittanye Morris is the presiding judge for the 333rd Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Brittanye Morris will be up for reelection in the 2024 Presidential Election but will have to earn the nomination to serve as the Democratic nominee, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Dawn Rogers is the presiding judge for the 334th Civil District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Dawn Rogers will be up for reelection in the 2024 Presidential Election but will have to earn the nomination to serve as the Democratic nominee, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Ramona Franklin is the presiding judge for the 338th Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas. Judge Ramona Franklin will be up for reelection in the 2024 Presidential Election but will have to earn the nomination to serve as the Democratic nominee, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Veronica M. Nelson is the presiding judge for the 482nd Criminal District Court in Harris County, Texas. Veronica M. Nelson will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Shannon Baldwin is the presiding judge for County Criminal Court at Law No. 4 in Harris County, Texas. Judge Shannon Baldwin will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly-reelected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Toria J. Finch is the presiding judge for County Criminal Court at Law No. 9 in Harris County, Texas. Judge Toria J. Finch will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Juanita Jackson is the presiding judge for County Criminal Court at Law No. 10 in Harris County, Texas. Judge Juanita Jackson will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Sedrick T. Walker II is the presiding judge for County Criminal Court at Law No. 11 in Harris County, Texas. Judge Sedrick T. Walker II will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, he was just duly reelected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Genesis Draper is the presiding judge for County Criminal Court at Law No. 12 in Harris County, Texas. Judge Genesis Draper will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Tonya Jones is the presiding judge for County Criminal Court at Law No. 15 in Harris County, Texas. Judge Tonya Jones will be up for reelection in the 2026 Midterm Election, she was just duly elected in the Tuesday, November 8, 2022, Midterm Election, for Harris County, Texas.
Judge Darrell Jordan is the presiding judge for County Criminal Court at Law No. 16 in Harris County, Texas. Judge Darrell Jordan will be up for reelection in the 2024 Presidential Election but will have to earn the nomination to serve as the Democratic nominee, on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, in the Democratic Party Primary, for Harris County, Texas.
