What A Night In Harris County!

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WHAT A NIGHT!

Judge Loyd Wright with Harris County Judge Ed Emmett at Harris County Republican Headquarters celebrating the 2014 Midterm Election sweep. Judge Wright

beat his oppenent by gaining 55.19% of the vote. Judge Emmett beat his opponent by gaining more than 83.38% of the vote on Tuesday, November 4, 2014.

"We made over 2.5 million contacts to Harris County this year. We're going to keep thiscounty Republican by getting our message out." - HCRP Chairman Paul Simpson

“On behalf of Aubrey R. Taylor Communications, the publisher of Houston Business Connections

Magazine, I’d like to thank Judge Ed Emmett, Judge Loyd Wright, Republican Party Chairman Paul

Simpson and all the other candidates who used our publications as their outreach tool to reach Harris

County-area voters in the 2014 Midterm Election.” -- AUBREY R. TAYLOR, PUBLISHER


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Our nation must play as a team for

us to be successful as a body of

people. And just like any sports

team, we must play within the es-

tablished system, rules and guide-

lines for us to be SUCCESSFUL.

We must also play out every quar-

ter to claim true VICTORY as a na-

tion. So view this crucial moment

in our nation’s history as the final

quarter of a crucial game for the

team you love.

DRAFT GOOD TEAM PLAYERS IN THE

2014 MIDTERM ELECTIONS

On Tuesday, November 4, 2014 the Midterm

Elections will be taking place in America.

THIS MESSAGE MAY NOT BE FOR YOU

This message is being written to “OPEN-MINDED

AMERICANS”. So, if you’re not “OPEN-MINDED”

and “AMERICAN” you can read on; but you may not

find much value in this message.

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READING ANY FURTHER

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ness Connections Magazine and does not nec-

essarily reflect the views or opinions of any

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keep in mind that the people associated with the

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HOW OPEN-MINDED ARE YOU?

Are you a team player? Do you believe in God? Are

you striving to reach your full potential? Do you

strive to make informed decisions? Do you use your

own mind when it comes to making crucial decisions

about your life? Do you try to find the best candi-

dates on Election Day? Do you vote for people of

God or simply vote for people who belong to a spe-

cific political party? Do you have a dream? Do you

want to see America come together for the better-

ment of every American citizen? Do you hate racism

in any form? What about injustice: Do you hate in-

justice in any form?

THIS MESSAGE IS FOR OPEN-MINDED

PEOPLE JUST LIKE YOU

If you answered yes to any of the questions listed

above, congratulations, this message was written

just for you. You are a crucial and very important part

of the process of making sure our generation “AN-

SWERS THE CALL” and moves America forward.

PLAYING AS A WELL-ORGANIZED TEAM

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IS THE WAY TO MOVE AMERICA FORWARD

“I’d like to personally thank the Harris County Republican

Party and all the conservative candidates who found

value in supporting this edition of Houston Business

Connections Newspaper.” - Aubrey

“I care about every single litigant and

attorney who appears before the 234th, and

I work very hard to ensure that all parties

receive the justice to which they are entitled. I

work hard to prepare for hearings and

trials, to know and follow the law in cases

before me, and to apply the law fairly and

promptly. Thank you for the opportunity to

serve and I ask for your vote in the November

4th Midterm Election.“ – Judge Wesley Ward

Judge Wesley Ward with his wife, Molly, and their three children.

www.wesleyward.comPd. Pol. Ad by Wesley Ward Campaign, in compliance with the voluntary limits of the Judicial Campaign Fairness Act, Kaye T. Goolsby, Treasurer.

FAIR, HARDWORKING JUDGE■ Appointed by the Governor in November 2012

■ Formal Investiture in December 2012

■ Confirmed in a unanimous vote of the Texas

Senate in February 2013

■ Ranked in the top tier of all Harris County Civil

District Judges in various categories

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND & COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES■ Eagle Scout

■ Texas A&M, BBA-Accounting, National

Merit Scholar

■ Certified Public Accountant since 1995

■ Graduate of UT Law School, with Honors

Order of Barristers

Niemann Cup as top advocate

Texas Supreme Court Judicial Intern

■ Highly-rated in the 2013 HBA Judicial

Evaluation Poll

“Outstanding” rating in all areas evaluated:

- Follows the law

- Rules decisively and timely

- Courteous & attentive

- Demonstrated impartiality

- Uses attorneys’ time efficiently

- Works hard and is prepared

■ Captain on Houston Livestock Show Team

Penning & Ranch Sorting Committee

■ Past Chair of Associates’ Roundtable, Rice’s

James A. Baker III Center for Public Policy

■ St. Luke’s United Methodist Church – Sunday

school teacher, usher, member of Board of

Stewards, youth soccer coach

■ Married 17 years to the amazing Molly Ward,

with 3 awesome children – Lily, Ava, and Wylie

WINNER


LEADERS ARE ESTABLISHED BY GOD

If you take a moment to read Jeremiah 23:5 you

will find that God raises up people and causes them

to reign and prosper for the purpose of executing

judgment and justice in the earth.

If you take a moment to read 1 Peter 2:13-17

you will find that God’s desires for us to honor and

submit ourselves to those He’s allowed to be

placed in authority and leadership. But do notworry about those governments and those inauthority who prove to be cruel and unjust; forevery person in authority will have to give anaccount of their actions come judgment day.Governments are established and allowed to rule

by God. And our governors as authority figures are

established by our Creator for the punishment of

those who do wrong and the praise of those who

do right. Scripture is very clear on this point, as it

teaches us to honor all people, and to love our

brothers and sisters as we fear God.

If you take a moment to read Romans 13:1-2

you will find that every person should be subject

to the governing authorities. The scriptures goes

even further in teaching us that there’s no author-

ity except from God, and those that exist have

been instituted by God. So when you see people

disrespecting and resisting “GOD’S SERVANTS”

they’re actually disrespecting and resisting God.

Furthermore, they’re in complete and total rebel-

lion against God’s elect.

GOD CREATED US AND EVERY OTHER

LIVING CREATURE MALE AND FEMALE FOR

THE PURPOSE OF PROCREATION

If you take a moment to read Genesis 1:21-22 you

will find that God created great whales, and every

living creature that moves, which the waters brought

forth abundantly, after their own kind, and every

winged fowl He also created after their own kind.

And the bible says that God saw that it was good for

the creatures that He’d created to procreate in the

earth. The scriptures furthermore teaches us that

God blessed the creatures, and instructed them to

be fruitful, and multiply in the earth.

If you take a moment to read Genesis 1:27-28 you

will find that God created man in His own image; but

He made us as male and female for the purpose of

reproducing and repopulating the earth. God also

called us blessed, and has commanded us to be fruit-

ful, multiply, and replenish the earth, and to subdue it.

A FEW AWESOME THINGS ABOUT THE

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

We are “ONE NATION UNDER GOD” in America.

We are a nation of laws divinely ordered and estab-

lished by our Creator. And in this, our Creator has

given us a say in who governs over us as a nation.

However, far too many of us are choosing to not

participate in the process which God has estab-

lished to assist us with putting godly people in au-

thority and control of our nation.

New Living Translation

"When the godly are in authority, the people

rejoice. But when the wicked are in power,

they groan." - Proverbs: 29:2

OUR RESPONSIBILITY AS CITIZENS

OF THIS GREAT NATION

As a “COLLECTIVE BODY” of people we must

make a more concerted effort to be a part of the

solution our nation needs during this crucial hour

and moment in history.

Our responsibility as Americans is to take part in the

elections process; then once we have spoken as a

“COLLECTIVE BODY” of people we must honor the

choices we have made. Our “PUBLIC SERVANTS”

are elected by a majority of voters on Election Day.

This is why every eligible American citizen should

be a part of the process of voting.

WHAT AMERICANS SHOULD DO ONCE

AN ELECTION IS DECIDED

In the best interest of our nation, we should submit

to whichever government we find ourselves under

once we have spoken as a people on Election Day.

We can do this by working with our “ELECTED OF-

FICIALS” to accomplish what’s best for us as “ONE

NATION UNDER GOD”.

EVERY FOUR YEARS

Our founding fathers under the direction of our Cre-

ator has established a system that affords us the

opportunity to choose our leaders every four years.

In this system, our Creator affords us the opportu-

nity to elect other “SERVANTS OF GOD” to posi-

tions of authority as a counter balance to guard

against the abuse of power by any one we have

elected as our president; that's why our founding fa-

thers were divinely directed by our Creator to estab-

lish the United States Senate and United States

House of Representatives.

WE ARE THE PEOPLE WHO CAN CHANGE

THE WORLD WE LIVE IN

Even though those in authority are “SERVANTS OF

GOD” our Creator has afforded us a system of gov-

ernment that is kept in check by our constitution and

not by whomever is acting as our "PUBLIC SER-

VANTS" at any particular time. So don’t ever forget

that America is a government of the people, by the

people, and for the people. And under this God-or-

dained political system of democracy we are

granted certain rights. With this said, we must know

our rights to be EFFECTIVE AND EMPOWERED as

citizens of America.

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DON’T FORGET TO VOTE!

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“My mission is to serve families in times of crisis in a thoughtful,compassionate, and deliberate way, whether that crisis involvesthe loss of a loved one, the need for a guardianship, or a mental health issue.” - JUDGE CHRISTINE RIDDLE BUTTS

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BUTTSChristine Butts was raised in Houston and

graduated from Westfield High School. While

in high school, she worked with her father, a

probate lawyer, in his small law firm. She went

on to graduate from the University of Texas at

Austin with a bachelor of business adminis-

tration degree. Soon after college, she mar-

ried Donald Butts and studied law at the

University of Houston. After graduating from

law school, Christine joined her father's bou-

tique estate planning and probate firm. Serv-

ing clients in a private practice has enabled

her to learn a great deal about probate,

guardianship, and mental health issues. More

importantly, private practice has given her a

balanced perspective and a view into how

these issues impact families.

In 2010, Christine was elected as the judge of

Harris County Probate Court 4, where she, along

with the other probate judges, developed the fol-

lowing enhancements designed to improve the

courts' service to the public and increase efficiency

for the attorneys practicing in the probate courts:

• The Guardianship Handbook was created

and published in English

and in Spanish. It is now given to every

person appointed as a guardian

• The courts offer a free Continuing Legal Ed-

ucation program every quarter

• The Standards for Attorney Fees were up-

dated and clarified

• Helpful Guidelines designed to assist attor-

neys seeking help with less common probate pro-

cedures were published to the court’s website and

are offered in the offices of the court free of charge

Throughout her legal career, Christine has been

dedicated to the mission of helping families in

crisis, as evidenced by the following professional

accomplishments, recognition, and leadership:

• Board Certified in Estate Planning and

Probate by the Texas Board

of Legal Specialization since 2003

• Attorney ad Litem appointed by the

probate courts in probate and

guardianship matters

• Former Partner in the boutique probate

and estate planning firm,

Riddle, Butts & Akiens, LLP

• Texas Rising Star (2008, 2009, 2010) (As

published in Texas Monthly Super

Lawyer Magazine)

• Houston’s Top Lawyers for the People

(2007-2009) (As published

in H Texas Magazine)

• Houston’s Top Lawyers (2007-2009) (As

published in H Texas Magazine)

• Former Board Member Planned Giving

Council of Houston

• Member of Attorneys in Tax and Probate

• Member of Disability and Elder Law

Attorneys Association

• Member of Pasadena Bar Association

• Member Association of Women Attorneys

• Board Member of National College

of Probate Judges

• Published works located at

www.buttsforjudge.com

Christine is dedicated to her community. She is a

sustaining member of the Junior League of Hous-

ton and served as a seamstress for many years

making blankets and diaper bags for young

mothers. She and her husband enjoy raising

their four children, raising money for MS through

bike riding, and hiking in the Hill Country.

FOR HARRIS COUNTY PROBATE JUDGE COURT NO. 4

WINNER


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MAKE THE WRIGHT CHOICEON TUES., NOVEMBER 4TH!

Message from Judge Loyd Wright

On November 2, 2010, I had the honor and privilege of being elected

Judge of Harris County Probate Court No.1, one of the busiest probate courts

in the United States of America. I am a native Houstonian and life-long conser-

vative. I am now in my fourth year as judge and it has been the greatest experi-

ence of my professional career. As

an attorney with over 27 years ex-

perience in probate, guardianship,

estate planning, trust and elder

law, I developed a reputation for

handling the matters entrusted to

me with diligence and integrity. I

often represented administrators,

executors, guardians, trustees and

beneficiaries in complex probate

proceedings, and recovered mil-

lions of dollars in assets lost

through fraud and breach of fiduci-

ary duty. Over the years, I was also

appointed by the probate judges to

handle both contested and uncon-

tested estate and guardianship

matters. The experience I garnered

over the last thirty years has

served me well on the bench.

Prior to coming to the bench, I

was licensed to practice in all

Courts in the State of Texas, the

United States District Court (South-

ern District), the United States

Court of Appeals (5th Circuit), and

the United States Tax Court.

I also served two terms as a member of the District 4A grievance com-

mittee (which disciplines attorneys) and served as Chair in 1994. I am a

member of the State Bar of Texas Real Estate, Probate and Trust Section,

Taxation Section and Litigation Section and the Houston Bar Association

Probate, Trusts and Estate Section, Taxation Section and Litigation Section. I

also belong to the Houston Business and Estate Planning Council and the

Houston Estate and Financial Forum.

I received my JD from the University of Houston in 1981, and a BBA (1977 - ac-

counting) and MBA (1980 - accounting/taxation) from the University of Texas.

By the time my opponent received her law license, I had been practicing

probate law for two decades. This race is a choice between my combined 30

years of probate and guardianship experience and my opponent's 11 years of

legal experience and minimal probate experience. My race is just one example

of the consequences of judicial elections.

I welcome the opportunity to continue to earn your trust and support as

Judge of Harris County Probate Court No. 1.On November 4th, I would be hon-

ored and privileged to have your vote.

RE-ELECT LOYD WRIGHT

JUDGE FOR

HARRIS COUNTY

PROBATE COURT NO. 1

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Effective, Efficient JusticeHarris County's conservative majority of judges are leading the way to ensure every citizen has equal and timely access to their courts. In the most recent Annual Statistical Report for

the Texas Judiciary, Harris County courts outperformed the statewide average of 3 of 4 performance measures for the number of cases cleared.Harris County also outperformed the state's

minimum Backlog Index in each of the court types measured: civil, family, criminal and juvenile courts.

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To ensure Harris County remains open for businessCIVIL COURTS

Republican Judges will follow the Constitution and apply the law as written. They will never

legislate from the the bench, making our courts fair and dependable to all.

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To Keep Harris County a safe place to live and raise a familyCRIMINAL COURTS

Republican Judges will be firm and fair, and follow the law to protect our community

from criminals while preserving vital constitutional rights.

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To protect those that can't protect themselvesFAMILY COURTS

Republican Judges will protect our families and children while providing fair

and compassionate resolutions for disputes.

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To give our children the opportunity to turn their life aroundJUVENILE COURTS

Republican Judges will work to turn a child's life around while safeguarding our streets.

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To administer guidance in a time of needPROBATE COURTS

Republican judges will fairly administer the needs of families dealing with the loss of

loved ones or those facing challenges of aging or mental illness.

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“We would like to congratulate all the conservativejudges who won on election night!” - Aubrey R. Taylor

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“Thanks for supporting these judges.” - Aubrey

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JOHN SCHMUDE

- FOR JUDGE -

247TH- DISTRICT COURT -

HARRIS COUNTY

MEET JOHNSCHMUDECandidate running for

District Judge, 247th Judicial

District in Harris County

John Schmude resides with hiswife and two children in Spring.John is a lifetime Republican witha strong record of service to chil-

dren and to families - especiallythose children and families whohave faced substantial challengesinvolving extreme poverty andabuse. John's wife, Kelly, wasemployed by Lockheed MartinSpace Operations at NASA andMD Anderson Hospital before be-coming a full time homemaker.John's commitment to family lawis motivated by his strong faithand his recognition that familiesare the first and firmest founda-

tion upon which any healthy soci-ety is built. John is an activemember in Annunciation CatholicChurch in downtown Houston. ---------------------------------------------

John Schmude is endorsed by:Texas Right to Life, Frederick Douglass

Society, Texas Alliance for Life, Dave

Welch, Robin Bennett (from Robin's

Haven of Hope), Melanie Flowers, Dr.

Robin Armstrong, Katy Christian Maga-

zine, Texas Home School Coalition,

Christian Legal Society, RW Bray.

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Recommendations made by Aubrey R. Taylor in

the Tuesday, November 4th Midterm Election

U.S. Senator: John Cornyn (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

U.S. Representative, District 2: Ted Poe (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

U.S. Representative, District 7: John Culberson (R)-- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

U.S. Representative, District 8: Kevin Brady (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

U.S. Representative, District 9: Al Green (D) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

U.S. Representative, District 10: Michael McCaul (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

U.S. Representative, District 18: NO RECOMMENDATION IN THIS RACE!

U.S. Representative, District 22: Pete Olson (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

U.S. Representative, District 29: Gene Green (D) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

U.S. Representative, District 36: Brian Babin (R)-- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Governor of Texas: Greg Abbott (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Lieutenant Governor: Leticia Van de Putte (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

Attorney General: Sam Houston (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

Comptroller of Public Accounts: Glenn Hegar (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Commissioner of the General Land Office: George P. Bush (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Commissioner of Agriculture: Sid Miller (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Railroad Commissioner: Ryan Sitton (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Chief Justice, Supreme Court: Nathan Hecht (R)-- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Justice, Supreme Court, Place 6, Unexpired Term: Jeff Brown (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Justice, Supreme Court, Place 7: Jeff Boyd (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Justice, Supreme Court, Place 8: Phil Johnson (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 3: Bert Richardson (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 4: Kevin Patrick Yeary (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 9: David Newell (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Member, St. Board of Education, Dist. 4: Lawrence A. Allen Jr. (D) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Senator, District 7: Paul Bettencourt (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Senator, District 15: John Whitmire (D) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Senator, District 17: Joan Huffman (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 126: Patricia Harless (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 128: Wayne Smith (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 129: Dennis Paul (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 130: Allen Fletcher (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 132: Mike Schofield (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 133: Jim Murphy (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 134: Sarah Davis (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 135: Gary Elkins (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 137: Gene Wu (D) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 138: Dwayne Bohac (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 144: Mary Ann Perez (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

State Representative, District 148: Jessica Cristina Farrar (D) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 149: Hubert Vo (D) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

State Representative, District 150: Debbie Riddle (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Chief Justice, 14th Court of Appeals District: Kyle Carter (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

Justice, 1st Court of Appeals District, Place 3: Jim Sharp (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

Justice, 14th Court of Appeals District, Place 7: Ken Wise (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 55th Judicial District: Jeff Shadwick (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 113th Judicial District: Michael Landrum (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 157th Judicial District: Randy Wilson (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 180th Judicial District: Catherine Evans (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 184th Judicial District: Jan Krocker (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 185th Judicial District: Susan Brown (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 189th Judicial District: Bill Burke (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 190th Judicial District: Farrah Martinez (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

District Judge, 208th Judicial District: Denise Collins (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 230th Judicial District: Brad Hart (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 234th Judicial District: Wesley Ward (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 246th Judicial District: Sandra Peake (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

District Judge, 247th Judicial District: John Schmude (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 248th Judicial District: Katherine Cabaniss (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 262nd Judicial District: Denise Bradley (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 263rd Judicial District: Jim Wallace (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 269th Judicial District: Dan Hinde (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 270th Judicial District: Brent Gamble (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 280th Judicial District: Lynn Bradshaw Hull (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 281st Judicial District: Sylvia Matthews (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 295th Judicial District: Caroline E. Baker (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Judge, 334th Judicial Dist. Unexpired: Grant Dorfman (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Family District Judge, 308th Judicial District: Jim Evans (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

Family District Judge, 309th Judicial District: Sheri Y. Dean (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Family District Judge, 311th Judicial District: Sherri L. Cothrun (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

Family District Judge, 313th Judicial District: Glenn Devlin (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Family District Judge, 314th Judicial District: Natalia Oakes (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

District Attorney, Unexpired Term: Kim Ogg (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

Judge, County Court at Law No. 2: Theresa Chang (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Court at Law No. 3: Linda Storey (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Court at Law No. 4: Roberta Loyd (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Criminal Court No. 2: Bill Harmon (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Criminal Court No. 4: John Clinton (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Criminal Court No. 5: Ramona Franklin (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

Judge, County Criminal Court No. 6: Linda Geffin (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

Judge, County Criminal Court No. 7: Pam Derbyshire (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Criminal Court No. 8: Jay Karahan (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Criminal Court No. 10: Dan Jeffrey Spjut (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Criminal Court No. 13: Don Smyth (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Criminal Court No. 14: Mike Fields (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Criminal Court No. 15: Jean Spradling Hughes (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Probate Court No. 1: Loyd Wright (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Probate Court No. 2: Mike Wood (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Probate Court No. 3: Rory Robert Olsen (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

Judge, County Probate Court No. 4: Christine Riddle Butts (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

District Clerk: Chris Daniel (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

County Clerk: Ann Harris Bennett (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

County Treasurer: Orlando Sanchez (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

County School Trustee, Position 5, At Large: Mike Wolfe (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

County School Trustee, Position 7, At Large: Melissa Noriega (D) -- DID NOT WIN!

County Commissioner, Precinct 4: R. Jack Cagle (R) -- WON ON ELECTION DAY!

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This "FREEDOM"acronym has been

developed by Aubrey R. TaylorCommunications, the publisher of

Houston BusinessConnections

Magazine for peopleof faith; but it can be

used by anyone looking to make an

informed and empowered decisionin any given election.

T H E [ F ) R E P R E S E N T S

– F A I T H –The (F) in “FREEDOM” represents our “FAITH”.We should be trying to identify the candidates whomwe believe are governed by the same guiding princi-ples of “FAITH” that we're governed by. Using our“FAITH” as our guide will provide each of us witha much greater chance of selecting the “PUBLICSERVANTS” who best identify with our core val-ues and beliefs on issues, concerns and causesthat are near and dear to our heart.

T H E ( R ) R E P R E S E N T S

– R E S P E C T –The (R) in “FREEDOM” represents “RESPECT”.We should be trying to do as much research as pos-

sible on each campaign before we go to the polls to

vote. In our research, we should be trying to identify

the most respectful candidates. During this process,

we should also be trying to identify the candidates

who are doing nothing but running negative cam-

paign advertisements in their attempt to destroy their

opponent/opponents. Identifying the most “RE-

SPECTFUL” candidate may seem like a daunting

and time consuming task; but taking this crucial

step will aid you in selecting the candidates who

are more likely to “RESPECT” your position on is-

sues, causes and concerns that are near and dear

to your heart.


T H I S ( E ) R E P R E S E N T S

– E X P E R I E N C E –The first (E) in “FREEDOM” represents “EXPERI-ENCE”. We should be trying to identify the candidates

who have the relevant “EXPERIENCE” needed to

faithfully perform the duties required for the office or

position they’re seeking. By selecting the most

experienced candidate, we will also be getting

the candidate most qualified and prepared to

represent us on issues, causes and concerns

important to us and our futures.

T H I S ( E ) R E P R E S E N T S

– E D U C A T I O N –The second (E) in “FREEDOM” represents “EDU-CATION”. We should be trying to identify candidates

who have the educational background needed to per-

form the duties required to faithfully serve us from

day one. This is especially important in judicial races.

It is not in our best interest to elect someone who is

a plumber by trade as the next Supreme Court Jus-

tice for the State of Texas. Selecting the candidates

with the relevant educational background to

match the duties required for the office for which

they're running is crucial in any election.

T H E ( D ) R E P R E S E N T S

– D E B A T E –The (D) in “FREEDOM” represents “DEBATE”. Some

candidates run from debates. But debates play a crucial

role in helping us to relate to candidates; find out where

candidates stand on crucial issues near and dear to us;

and enable us to identify the areas of strength a candi-

date may or may not posses. All candidates should be

open to debates. Debates are also a very good way for

us to identify how a candidate we're thinking about sup-

porting responds under pressure; how quickly they can

think on their feet; and whether or not they're knowl-

edgeable and well-rounded. If you select the best de-

bater, you could very-well be getting the person you

want to be speaking on your behalf on issues near

and dear to your heart.

T H E ( O ) R E P R E S E N T S

– O B J E C T I V I T Y – The (O) in “FREEDOM” represents “OBJECTIVITY”.Objectivity is something we should be looking for in

every “PUBLIC SERVANT”. More often than not, the

most objective or open-minded candidate may also be

the candidate who will work the hardest for all of their

constituents once elected to office. By selecting the

most “OBJECTIVE” candidates we stand the best

chance of getting the candidates who are more likely

to work for what’s best for America, rather than

what’s best for their own political career or the spe-

cial interest groups backing them.

T H E ( M ) R E P R E S E N T S

– M O N E Y – The (M) in “FREEDOM” represents “MONEY”. You

should take a moment to look up this scripture: 1 Timothy

6:10. In the King James Version of the Bible this scripture

reads: “For the love of money is the root of all evil:

which while some coveted after, they have erred from

the faith, and pierced themselves through with many

sorrows.”

If we can identify the candidates who are the most

transparent whereas their campaign, professional and per-

sonal finances are concerned, we're probably going to dis-

cover candidates who have nothing to hide from us.

Following the money trail will oftentimes lead you to an-

swers that will help you understand why a given candidate

is supporting a specific issue, cause, legislative agenda, or

special interest group. This is not always the case; but

oftentimes, following the money trail is the clearest way

to uncover why a "PUBLIC SERVANT" may be choos-

ing to support special interests over our interests.


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