Carmen Maria Montiel, the Republican (GOP) "Greater Opportunity Party" candidate, has received the coveted endorsement of TJ Baker, who was one of the top-contending Democratic candidates until she stepped aside and endorsed Carmen in the Special Election for the 18th Congressional District. She has also been proudly endorsed by Dr. Steven Hotze, M.D., the founder of Conservative Republicans of Texas, and Attorney Gary Polland, the founder of the Texas Conservative Review. However, getting long-time Community Advocate and Activist Gladys House to get behind her is a big deal.
"ABOUT GLADYS."
Community Advocate and Activist Gladys House is a native resident of the heritage Freedman's Town. Gladys is one of the most well-known preservationists in the Houston area. She's also a photographer, journalist, business owner, and researcher. Gladys started her community service at the tender age of 14 years old and has remained active ever since. Her endorsement of Carmen Maria Montiel over Christian Menefee, Amanda Edwards, and Jolanda Jones in the race for the 18th Congressional District of Texas speaks volumes and could play a pivotal role in helping Carmen Maria Montiel, the Republican (GOP) "Greater Opportunity Party" candidate, make the runoff.
"CD-18 HISTORY."
In 1972, when the 18th Congressional District of Texas was drawn to specifically elect the late Barbara Jordan, it was predominantly African American. However, today, Carmen Maria Montiel, the front running Hispanic/Republican (GOP) “Greater Opportunity Party” candidate, is the only person in the CD-18 race, with a Hispanic surname, which gives her a decided advantage, in CD-18, which is 43.4% Hispanic, 32.2% Black, 16.7% White, 4.9% Asian, 2.2% Two or more races, and 0.7% other.
"1973-1979."
Barbara Jordan represented the people of the 18th Congressional District from January 3, 1973, through January 3, 1979. Congresswoman Barbara Jordan represented the people of the 18th Congressional District of Texas to the best of her abilities.
"1979-1989."
Mickey Leland represented the people of the 18th Congressional District from January 3, 1979, through August 7, 1989, before dying in a plane crash while on a mission trip. Congressman Mickey Leland was beloved by his constituents and represented the people of the 18th Congressional District of Texas to the best of his abilities.
"1989-1995."
Craig Washington represented the people of the 18th Congressional District from December 9, 1989, through January 3, 1995. Congressman Craig Washington is the last surviving representative of the 18th Congressional District, besides Erica Lee Carter, the daughter of the late Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee. Craig Washington was defeated by Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee after she was recruited by Ken Lay, the disgraced CEO, and a few of his buddies, to unseat Congressman Washington, who would not bend his knee to their demands.
"1995-2024."
Sheila Jackson Lee was revered by many, respected by others, and hated with a vengeance by many of her Republican constituents. However, like her or not, Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee was a leader and loved the people of the 18th Congressional District of Texas with all her heart. Sure, "SHE-JACK" was a little selfish and egotistical, but she was firm in her convictions and demanded excellence from those whom she allowed into her orbit. Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee represented the people of the 18th Congressional District from January 3, 2025, through July 19, 2024.
"2024-2025."
Erica Lee Carter went to work for Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis, the Precinct One County Commissioner, in 2020. To be brutally honest, if Commissioner Rodney Ellis had instructed Erica Lee Carter to run for the "FULL-TERM" after her mother's untimely death, the people of the 18th Congressional District would not be going through what they're going through today. However, Commissioner Rodney Ellis ran former Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner for the "FULL-TERM," even though Turner was gravely ill at the time. So, in essence, the predicament the people of the 18th Congressional District of Texas find themself in right now is the end result of Commissioner Rodney Ellis's bone-headed decision to run Sylvester Turner, who was dying, instead of Erica Lee Carter, for the "FULL-TERM," to succeed Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee, after her untimely death. Erica Lee Carter served the people of the 18th Congressional District from November 12, 2024, through January 3, 2025.
"2025-2025."
Sylvester Turner was a great State Representative for House District 139, but he was a horrible Mayor for the City of Houston. And when it comes to being a member of the United States Congress, his tenure wasn't long enough for anyone to know what kind of Congressman "SLY" could have evolved into. Congressman Sylvester Turner served in the United States Congress from January 3, 2025, through March 5, 2025.
Early Vote Centers will be open from Monday, October 20, to Friday, October 31 (Mon-Sat: 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.; Sun: 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.) Vote Centers will accept voters from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4, Election Day. The deadline to apply for a mail ballot is October 24.
Early voting will begin on Monday, October 20, 2025, and end on Friday, October 31, 2025. Election day voting will take place on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Please don't forget to join Hall of Fame KCOH Broadcaster Ralph Cooper, and Joe Danna (GOP), the "Greater Opportunity Party," candidate running for Harris County Sheriff in the voting on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Republican leaders like Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick are very familiar with the "BALLOT HARVESTING RINGS" that have dominated Harris County politics for decades. Attorney General Ken Paxton and Governor Greg Abbott have also been briefed and given the names of every known "BALLOT HARVESTER" in Harris County, Texas.
Four Credible CD-18 Polls Have Carmen Maria Montiel in Contention; Amanda, Christian, And Jolanda Are All in the Hunt
AUBREY R. TAYLOR REPORTS©
The deadline to register to vote is Monday, October 6, 2025. Early voting will begin on Monday, October 20, 2025, and end on Friday, October 31, 2025. If you can't vote early, you can cast your vote on "ELECTION DAY," which is Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
Before anyone under the sound of my weak voice shrinks back in fear, please be reminded that what happened to Charlie Kirk on that stage in Utah came from a dark place, and we are children of light who must shine our light brightly during these perilous political times.
“Fear not, for I am with you” is a comforting and well-known Bible verse from Isaiah 41:10, which reassures people that God’s presence, strength, and help will be there for us through difficult times, like the ones we are facing today.
The whole Bible verse, which I have adopted as the theme of my 2026 Midterm Election “RALLYING CRY,” reads, “Fear not, for I am with you; Be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.”
Listen. Isaiah 41:10 is a message of divine support that has been adopted and published by Aubrey R. Taylor Communications to encourage candidates from both sides of the political aisle, who are running as Republicans and Democrats, to lean on God’s faithfulness, while rejecting fear, and trusting that God’s hand of protection is upon them.
“THE MOVEMENT.”
In case you haven’t heard, a few hours before Charlie Kirk was gunned down in Utah, a new movement kicked off in Harris County, Texas.
The Magic Circle of the Republican Women’s Club held its “ANNUAL LUNCHEON,” featuring Governor Greg Abbott as their special guest and keynote speaker.
The “Leadership, and Legacy Luncheon,” which took place at the Petroleum Club of Houston, located at 1201 Louisiana Street, in Houston, Texas, 77002, also featured a touching moment where TJ Baker, an African American female, endorsed Carmen Maria Montiel, the Republican (GOP) “Greater Opportunity Party” front-runner in the race for the coveted 18th Congressional District of Texas, scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, 2025.
“PATHWAY FORWARD.”
On the day before receiving the coveted endorsement of TJ Baker, Carmen Maria Montiel also received the powerful endorsement of Dr. Steven Hotze, a fellow patriot, who is widely considered one of the foremost “KINGMAKING” conservatives in Texas politics.
Before gaining Dr. Hotze’s support on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, Carmen Maria Montiel received the highly coveted endorsement from Attorney Gary Polland, the founder of Texas Conservative Review, last week.
With the endorsement of Dr. Steven Hotze, the founder of Hotze Health & Wellness Center, who also serves as the executive director of Conservative Republicans of Texas, the campaign for Carmen Maria Montiel is now hitting on all cylinders.
If you don’t know, the goal of the Conservative Republicans of Texas is to provide the bold and courageous leadership necessary to restore “OUR NATION” to its Godly heritage by following the strategy that our pilgrim fathers gave us, which is to love God, and to place our hope and faith in the God of the Bible.
Along with the endorsement of Dr. Hotze and attorney Gary Polland, Carmen Maria Montiel, the (GOP) “Greater Opportunity Party” front-runner, has also garnered the endorsements of many top conservatives from all walks of life.
“Today we lost a true patriot, a man who dedicated his life to educating the youth and defending our children, and our nation from the attacks of the left,” stated Carmen Maria Montiel, the (GOP) “Greater Opportunity Party,” front-runner.
According to Carmen, Charlie Kirk fought for the heart, soul, and future of America, sacrificing so much that it ultimately cost him his life.
“Charlie Kirk will be deeply missed. We must not lose sight of the message he embodied,” explained Montiel.
Carmen Maria Montiel stated, “Conservatives are being silenced, yet Charlie never stopped raising his voice. We cannot allow crime and chaos to overtake our nation. It is now our responsibility to carry on his fight.”
“JUDGE RECRUITMENT.”
As his way of pushing the conservative movement forward, Dr. Steven Hotze, M.D., has taken action. “Greetings to you in the name of Christ our King,” read the “CALL TO ACTION,” sent out by Dr. Steven Hotze, on the day before Charlie Kirk was slain.
“Conservative Republicans of Texas will be hosting a Judicial Recruiting Meeting at Federal American Grill, 8731 Katy Fwy, Ste 150, Houston, TX 77024 on Thursday, September 18 at 6:00 pm,” he explained.
Dr. Hotze’s “CALL TO ACTION" explained, “If you are a conservative attorney who is interested in running for a judicial office in Harris County, then RSVP to admin@hotzehwc.com so we know to expect you.”
“If you know a conservative attorney who would be interested in running for a judicial office, then please forward this email to them,” he said.
According to Dr. Steven Hotze, M.D., “Jesus Christ is our Savior, Lord, and King. As Christians, we must advance a Biblical worldview in civil government and in every area of life. As Christian Patriots, we have the opportunity to elect individuals to the judiciary who will uphold Christian, Constitutional, and conservative values in Harris County.”
“All that is necessary for evil to triumph is for good men and women to do nothing,” he said, quoting the famous quote from Edmund Burke.
Edmond Burke’s quote, “All that is necessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing,” holds very accurately today, and suggests that evil flourishes when good people remain inactive, unengaged, and afraid to join other “God-fearing” men and women.
Dr. Hotze went on to quote a passage of scripture from 1 Chronicles 28:20 - “Be strong, and courageous, and act. Do not fear nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you. He will neither fail you nor forsake you.”
“NEW ALLIANCES.”
Suppose you look at what happened at Commissioner’s Court on Tuesday, September 9, 2020. In that case, it becomes evidently clear that Commissioner Adrian Garcia (Democrat), Precinct 2, Commissioner Leslie Briones (Democrat), Precinct 4, and Commissioner Tom Ramsey (Republican), Precinct 3, are working together for the betterment of Harris County taxpayers.
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is falling apart right before our eyes. And what makes matters worse is that Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis doesn’t even realize that he and Lina are on the way out – or maybe he does.
“THE POWER PLAYS.”
The alliance formed between Commissioner Ramsey, Commissioner Briones, and Commissioner Garcia is “AWE-INSPRING” during these turbulent political times.
While Ramsey, Briones, and Garcia are doing their thing. What about what TJ Baker, an African American female, who was widely considered one of the top Democratic contenders in the “SPECIAL ELECTION” for CD-18, officially stepping aside and throwing her powerful endorsement behind Carmen Maria Montiel, the Hispanic/Republican (GOP) “Greater Opportunity Party” front-runner?
Below is the official ballot order that was drawn on Tuesday, September 10, 2025, by Harris County Clerk Teneshia Hudspeth.
#1 - Ollie J. Knox
#2 - Amanda Edwards
#3 - Jolanda Jones
#4 - Theodis Daniel
#5 - Vince Duncan
#6 - George Foreman IV
#7 - Isaiah Martin
#8 - Tammie Rochester
#9 - Christian Menefee
#10 - Valencia Williams
#11 - Ronald Whitfield
#12 - Reyna Anderson
#13 - Carter Page
#14 - Feldon Bonner II
#15 - Steven Huey
#16 - Carmen Montiel
Remember, Carmen Maria Montiel, the front running Hispanic/Republican (GOP) “Greater Opportunity Party” candidate, is the only person in the CD-18 race, with a Hispanic surname, which gives her a decided advantage, in CD-18, which is 43.4% Hispanic, 32.2% Black, 16.7% White, 4.9% Asian, 2.2% Two or more races, and 0.7% other.