Texas Governor:

Attorney General:

U. S. Representative District 20:

Rep. Charles A. Gonzalez (Democrat)

--Republican Primary--

Alan Strack (Republican)
Charles A. Shipp Jr. (Republican)
Joseph "Jamie" Martinez (Republican)
Clayton Trotter (Republican)

State Representative District 116

Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer (Democrat)

State Representative District 117

Rep. David McQuade Leibowitz (Democrat)

John V. Garza (Republican)

State Representative District 118

Rep. Joe Farias (Democrat)

--Libertarian Convention--

James L. Thompson (Libertarian)
Efrain Avila, Jr. (Libertarian)

State Representative District 119

Rep. Roland Gutierrez (Democrat)

--Republican Primary--

Juan J. Garza (Republican)
Michael E. Holdman (Republican)

State Representative District 120

Rep. Ruth Jones McClendon (Democrat)

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Kinky Friedman Bashs Democrats and Republicans. Now he is running as a Democrat for Agriculture Commissioner

For Immediate Release
Monday, January 04, 2010
For further information Contact: Choco Meza at 273-8783 or
Chris Alderete, Campaign Manager at 240-5344

Choco G. Meza, files for Bexar County Democratic Party Chair;
Pledging to Achieve Full Disclosure and Accountability

On Saturday, January 2, 2010, current Democratic National Committee (DNC) member, Choco G. Meza filed for Bexar County Democratic Party Chair. Flanked with family and friends, Choco filed pledging to work side by side with Democratic voters, precinct chairs, elected officials, long time party leaders and donors who want to help restore the integrity of our party.

Fully understanding that the Democratic Party is strapped for cash and mounting bills to pay, Choco is not deterred from filing to lead the Democratic Party. Immediately after filing the required forms, Choco told her supporters: “It is imperative that the Democratic Chair move aggressively to restore missing funds, meet all financial obligations and comply with all law enforcement agencies in achieving full disclosure and accountability. I am committed to create a professional environment that is open and inclusive; setting up transparent financial records and establish a committee of professional accountants to ensure annual independent audits.“

Choco has been involved in Democratic Party politics for over 30 years. She currently serves as the Precinct Chair for Precinct 3079, is one of 12 Texans elected to the DNC, a member of the Southern Region DNC Caucus; Women’s DNC Caucus, and Chair of the Southern Region for the National Hispanic DNC Caucus.

County Judge Nelson Wolff, the highest county Democratic official, and a supporter of Choco’s candidacy feels strongly that, “The Democratic Party needs someone like Choco, she has local, state, and national political experience, tremendous organizational skills and someone who will not compromise the integrity of the party.”

Her website lists hundreds of supporters from throughout Bexar County, which include a host of elected officials, precinct chairs, and individuals with a long and rich history of community and political participation in San Antonio, Bexar County, the State of Texas, and the nation.

According to State Senator Leticia Van de Putte, “Choco is a breath of fresh air and stepping up to lead the party at the right time. She brings integrity, a deep desire to unite our party, and a respectful approach to voters regardless of political affiliation; she is committed to promote the party’s public policy agendas and create confidence which will help grow the Democratic Party.”

State Representative Ruth Jones McClendon wants an inclusive party and states: “I am confident that Choco will include the Eastside, Westside, Northside, and Southside in all Democratic activities, she always has and I know she always will,” Representative McClendon is listed as a supporter on Choco’s website at www.chocomeza.com.
Choco is married to Daniel S. Meza, has a son, Daniel J. Meza, currently working at the US Department of Commerce, a daughter, Ivalis M. Gonzalez, a first year law student at St. Mary’s University, and a son-in-law, Manuel Gonzalez. Choco is a graduate of St. Mary’s University.
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San Antonio Job Summitt With Mayor  Julian Castro

AUSTIN – Gov. Rick Perry has appointed Renée McElhaney of San Antonio to the 73rd District Court of Bexar County for a term to expire at the next general election.

McElhaney is a shareholder of Cox Smith Matthews Inc. She is a member of the State Bar of Texas, Fifth Circuit Bar Association, and San Antonio Bar Association, and a member and past president of the William Sessions Inn of Court, San Antonio Bar Foundation, and Bexar County Women’s Bar Association and Foundation. She is also a member and past president of the St. Mary’s University School of Law Alumni Association, and a past member of the Hidalgo Foundation, University of Incarnate Word Development Board, United Way of San Antonio Women’s Leadership Council, and San Antonio Women’s’ Chamber of Commerce. McElhaney received a bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas and a law degree from St. Mary’s University School of Law.

$2,000 Candidate Challenge Grant Only One Week Left until Jan 4th

The Libertarian Party of Texas is excited to announce a new "$2,000 Candidate Challenge Grant". For every new candidate recruited this week for State Senate, State Representative, or a local County office, a contribution of $2,000 will be added to a new Libertarian Campaign Fund. We also need two experienced attorneys to run for statewide judicial offices to preserve our ballot access. The maximum grant amount is $200,000 if we can find one hundred new candidates for office!

We have just one week left... until Jan. 4th... to file our candidates.
Don't wait for someone else to defend your liberty. We have made it much easier for you to run for office yourself. We will help all the placeholder candidates file their paperwork. And we have specialized training available for educational and winnable campaigns. You can vote for the best candidate this year, yourself! You can find out which districts you live in and who your elected officials are by visiting: http://www.fyi.legis.state.tx.us/. We have a list of current candidates here, so you can see which offices need a Libertarian candidate.

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Houston Mayor Bill White speaks at Bexar County Young Democrats fundraiser.

Mayer Julián Castro speaks at a fundraiser for Bexar County Young Democrats.

WineStyles Holiday Benefit For Battered Women's Shelter - Melissa Martinez-Carrasco - Mike Berlanga - Aida Rojas - Monica Guerrero - Ina Castillo

Campaign Kickoff and Reception for Dr Masarrat Ali for Texas House of Representatives District 122 - Jonathan Vela - Carla Vela - Tina Torres - Dr. Masarrat Ali - Melissa Martinez-Carrasco - Albert Flores (DMI)

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year San Antonio from MySapolitics.com - Video Produced by DollarAVote.com

Red McCombs Automotive Annual SAPD Blue Santa "Toy" Drive and Casino Night - Dinorah Diaz - Melissa Martinez-Carrasco - Aida Rojas - Susan Reed - Sonny Melendrez

Over 2,000 People In Attendance. State Senator Carlos Uresti's 13th Annual Christmas Party - Melissa Martinez- Carrasco - Carlos Uresti - Carla Vela - Nico Lahood - Jonathan Vela

Contact: Vic Luebker
VicForCongress
Phone 210.544.3188
Fax n/a
12274 Bandera #234
San Antonio, TX 78023
vic@vicforcongress.com
VicForCongress.com

Press Release

Founder of Hope4Heroes.org Vic Luebker Launches Website For Texas 23rd Congressional District Race
And Media Day, meet the Candidate at a Freedom Town Hall and Press Conference
The Election 2010 TX-23 Is Poised To Be Another NY-23.
6:00pm, Eisenhower Park, San Antonio, TX outside Camp Bullis

Texas 23rd Congressional District; Tuesday, November 10, 2009:
• Who: Victor ‘Vic’ Luebker, Chairman and CEO of Hope4Heroes.org
• What: Announcing his website launch. http://VicForCongress.com
• When: Tuesday, November 10, 2009
• Why: VicForCongress.com will be an instrumental tool in reaching out to supporters in the vast TX-23 Congressional District. Encompassing 20 Counties: Kinney, Maverick, Bexar, Medina, Brewster, Pecos, Crockett, Presidio, Dimmit, Reeves, Edwards, Sutton, El Paso, Terrell, Hudspeth, Uvalde, Jeff Davis, Val Verde, Culberson and Zavala. Organization and execution throughout the Campaign trail will win the election in 2010. Vic Luebker, with his vast experience dealing with Congress on behalf of Veterans, immediately sets him above the crowd of Candidates. Follow Vic on the trail with live video soon to come on VicForCongress.com and stay informed to experience the Candidate’s ‘Life on the Trail’.

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By Gary Martin - Express-News
http://VicForCongress.com

WASHINGTON — A San Antonio Air Force veteran, Vic Luebker, said Tuesday he is seeking the Libertarian Party nomination for the 23rd congressional district seat currently held by Rep. Ciro Rodriguez, a Democrat.

“It's time for individual citizens to get up there and do our job,” Luebker said. “We can't sit on the sideline and complain about how bad it is. We've go to get in the game.”

Luebker, who runs a charity for veterans and served 22 years in the Air Force before retiring with the rank of first sergeant, said his campaign would be about issues.

“Somebody has got to stand up and say ‘Stop the spending, win the war and protect our liberties,'” he said.

Patrick Dixon, the Libertarian Party chairman in Austin, said he would attend Luebker's formal announcement at Eisenhower Park, near Camp Bullis at 6 p.m. Nov. 10.

He said the party would solidly back Luebker, 45, if he receives the nomination.

No Libertarian candidate has ever won a congressional seat, Dixon said.

The district spans South and West Texas, from San Antonio to El Paso

Rodriguez is being challenged in the Democratic primary by Miguel Ortiz, an Army veteran. San Antonio banker Francisco “Quico” Canseco is seeking the seat as a Republican.

The filing deadline with the secretary of state's office is Jan. 4, 2010.

Luebker is the chairman and chief executive officer for Hope4Heroes, a non-profit veterans' charity that works with the Wounded Warrior Project at Brooke Army Medical Center at Fort Sam Houston.

He said he would remain on the board at the charity if he is elected to Congress.

Ciro Rodriguez Congressman For District 23 Voting Record:

Does Not Like Jobs Or Clean Energy - Still Passed

06/26/2009 HR 2454 Energy Bill Voted NO
Bill Passed - House (219 - 212)
HR 2454: To create clean energy jobs, achieve energy independence, reduce global warming pollution and transition to a clean energy economy.
Sponsor: Fellow Democrats
Rep. Waxman, Henry (D-CA)
Cosponsor:
Rep. Markey, Edward (D-MA)

Did Not Care To Help Families - Still Passed

05/16/2002 HR 4737 Temporary Aid to Needy Families Voted NO
Bill Passed - House (229 - 197)
HR 4737: To reauthorize and improve the program of block grants to states for temporary assistance for needy families, improve access to quality child care, and for other purposes.

Did Not Believe Gun Control Then - Bill Failed

06/18/1999 HR 2122 Mandatory Gun Show Background Check Act Voted NO
Bill Failed - House (147 - 280)
HR 2122: To require background checks at gun shows, and for other purposes.

Did Not Want To Care For Our Retirees - Still Passed

04/02/2003 HR 743 Social Security Protection Act of 2003 Voted No
Bill Passed - House (396 - 28)
To amend the Social Security Act to establish the Protect Social Security Account into which the Secretary of the Treasury shall deposit budget surpluses until a reform measure is enacted to ensure the long-term solvency of the OASDI (Old Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance) trust funds.

No Need To Modernize Medicare - Still Passed

06/28/2002 HR 4954 Medicare Modernization and Prescription Drug Act Voted NO
Bill Passed - House (221 - 208)
HR 4954: To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to provide for a voluntary program for prescription drug coverage under the Medicare Program, to modernize and reform payments and the regulatory structure of the Medicare Program, and for other purposes

No Social Security Protection - Still Passed

09/25/1998 HR 4578 Social Security Account Protection bill - Voted NO
Bill Passed - House (240 - 188)
To amend the Social Security Act to establish the Protect Social Security Account into which the Secretary of the Treasury shall deposit budget surpluses until a reform measure is enacted to ensure the long-term solvency of the OASDI (Old Age, Survivors, and Disability Insurance) trust funds.

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Bill: HJR 7 Proposition: 8

81 R.S. HJR 7
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the state to contribute money, property, and other resources for the establishment, maintenance, and operation of veterans hospitals in this state.

Authors:

Ismael "Kino" Flores (Primary), Ryan Guillen, David Leibowitz, Armando Martinez

Prop. 8

- The constitutional amendment authorizing the state to contribute money, property, and other resources for the establishment, maintenance, and operation of veterans hospitals in this state.

(2)

Bill: HJR 14 Proposition: 11

81 R.S. HJR 14
Proposing constitutional amendments limiting the public taking of private property, establishing the national research university fund to fund emerging research universities, and eliminating the higher education fund.

Authors:

Frank Corte, Jr. (Primary), Charles 'Doc' Anderson, Harvey Hilderbran, Bryan Hughes, Ken Paxton, Jr.

Prop. 11

- The constitutional amendment to prohibit the taking, damaging, or destroying of private property for public use unless the action is for the ownership, use, and enjoyment of the property by the State, a political subdivision of the State, the public at large, or entities granted the power of eminent domain under law or for the elimination of urban blight on a particular parcel of property, but not for certain economic development or enhancement of tax revenue purposes, and to limit the legislature's authority to grant the power of eminent domain to an entity.

(3)

Bill: HJR 14 Proposition: 4

81 R.S. HJR 14
Proposing constitutional amendments limiting the public taking of private property, establishing the national research university fund to fund emerging research universities, and eliminating the higher education fund.

Authors:

Frank Corte, Jr. (Primary), Charles 'Doc' Anderson, Harvey Hilderbran, Bryan Hughes, Ken Paxton, Jr.

Enabling legislation

HB 51 (81 R.S.) Relating to measures to enhance and maintain the quality of state universities, including funding and incentives to support emerging public research universities, to the abolition of the higher education fund, to the institutional groupings under the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board's accountability system, to the independent status of Lamar Institute of Technology, to research conducted by public universities and other state entities, and to the authorization of revenue bonds for certain institutions of higher education.

Prop. 11

- The constitutional amendment to prohibit the taking, damaging, or destroying of private property for public use unless the action is for the ownership, use, and enjoyment of the property by the State, a political subdivision of the State, the public at large, or entities granted the power of eminent domain under law or for the elimination of urban blight on a particular parcel of property, but not for certain economic development or enhancement of tax revenue purposes, and to limit the legislature's authority to grant the power of eminent domain to an entity.

(4)

Bill: HJR 36 Proposition: 2

81 R.S. HJR 36
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for the ad valorem taxation of a residence homestead solely on the basis of the property's value as a residence homestead; authorizing the legislature to authorize a single board of equalization for two or more adjoining appraisal entities that elect to provide for consolidated equalizations; and authorizing the legislature to provide for the administration and enforcement of uniform standards and procedures for appraisal of property for ad valorem tax purposes.

Authors:

John Otto (Primary), Ryan Guillen, Patrick Rose

Enabling legislation

HB 3613 (81 R.S.) Relating to the determination of the market value of a residence homestead for ad valorem tax purposes on the basis of the property's value as a residence homestead and to an exemption from ad valorem taxation of the residence homesteads of certain totall

Prop. 2

- The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for the ad valorem taxation of a residence homestead solely on the basis of the property's value as a residence homestead.

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Bill: HJR 36 Proposition: 5

81 R.S. HJR 36
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for the ad valorem taxation of a residence homestead solely on the basis of the property's value as a residence homestead; authorizing the legislature to authorize a single board of equalization for two or more adjoining appraisal entities that elect to provide for consolidated equalizations; and authorizing the legislature to provide for the administration and enforcement of uniform standards and procedures for appraisal of property for ad valorem tax purposes.

Authors:

John Otto (Primary), Ryan Guillen, Patrick Rose

Enabling legislation

HB 3611 (81 R.S.) Relating to the consolidation of appraisal review boards.

Prop. 5

- The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to authorize a single board of equalization for two or more adjoining appraisal entities that elect to provide for consolidated equalizations.

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Bill: HJR 36 Proposition: 3

81 R.S. HJR 36
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for the ad valorem taxation of a residence homestead solely on the basis of the property's value as a residence homestead; authorizing the legislature to authorize a single board of equalization for two or more adjoining appraisal entities that elect to provide for consolidated equalizations; and authorizing the legislature to provide for the administration and enforcement of uniform standards and procedures for appraisal of property for ad valorem tax purposes.

Authors:

John Otto (Primary), Ryan Guillen, Patrick Rose

Enabling legislation

Further action by the Legislature is required.

Prop. 3

- The constitutional amendment providing for uniform standards and procedures for the appraisal of property for ad valorem tax purposes

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Bill: HJR 85 Proposition: 10

81 R.S. HJR 85
Proposing a constitutional amendment to allow the legislature to provide for members of a governing board of an emergency services district to serve terms not to exceed four years.

Authors:

Patricia Harless (Primary)

Enabling legislation

HB 2529 (81 R.S.) Relating to the terms of office of commissioners of certain emergency services districts.

Prop. 10

- The constitutional amendment to provide that elected members of the governing boards of emergency services districts may serve terms not to exceed four years."

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Bill: HJR 102 Proposition: 9

81 R.S. HJR 102
Proposing a constitutional amendment to protect the right of the public to access and use public beaches.

Authors:

Richard Raymond (Primary), Warren Chisum, Mike "Tuffy" Hamilton, Mark Homer, Jim Pitts

Prop. 9

- The constitutional amendment to protect the right of the public, individually and collectively, to access and use the public beaches bordering the seaward shore of the Gulf of Mexico.

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Bill: HJR 116 Proposition: 6

81 R.S. HJR 116
Proposing a constitutional amendment authorizing the Veterans' Land Board to issue general obligation bonds in amounts equal to or less than amounts previously authorized.

Authors:

Frank Corte, Jr. (Primary)

Enabling legislation

No enabling legislation required.

Prop. 6

- The constitutional amendment authorizing the Veterans' Land Board to issue general obligation bonds in amounts equal to or less than amounts previously authorized.

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Bill: HJR 127 Proposition: 7

81 R.S. HJR 127
Proposing a constitutional amendment to allow an officer or enlisted member of the Texas State Guard or other state militia or military force to hold other civil offices.

Authors:

Phil King (Primary), Norma Chavez

Enabling legislation

SB 833 (81 R.S.) Relating to the accrual of vacation and sick leave for certain state employees during a military leave of absence and to the eligibility of military service members to hold state office.

Prop. 7

- The constitutional amendment to allow an officer or enlisted member of the Texas State Guard or other state militia or military force to hold other civil offices.

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Bill: HJR 132 Proposition: 1

81 R.S. HJR 132
Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the financing, including through tax increment financing, of the acquisition by municipalities and counties of buffer areas or open spaces adjacent to a military installation for certain purposes.

Authors:

Frank Corte, Jr. (Primary), Susan King

Enabling legislation

Further action by the Legislature is required.

Prop. 1

- The constitutional amendment authorizing the financing, including through tax increment financing, of the acquisition by municipalities and counties of buffer areas or open spaces adjacent to a military installation for the prevention of encroachment or for the construction of roadways, utilities, or other infrastructure to protect or promote the mission of the military installation.

Introductory video for the campaign of Judge Sol Casseb for Bexar County 288th District Court

Bexar County Elections:

Uniform Election (Note: dates are subject to change during 2009 legislative session)

9/4/09 First Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail

10/5/09 Last Day to Register to Vote

10/19/09 Early Voting begins

10/27/09 Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (received, not postmarked)

10/30/09 Last Day of Early Voting

11/3/09 Election Day

We will post the issues that will be voted on here at MySapolitics.com/election.php

Travis Cox is becoming more and more bad for the Political bench he is seeking. His evening behavior is becoming very distasteful and this information comes from other Democrats who are influential.

Covering Counties:

Atascosa, Bandera, Bexar, Brooks, Dimmit, Duval, Edwards, Frio, Gillespie, Guadalupe, Jim Hogg, Jim Wells, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, Kimble, Kinney, La Salle, Mason, Maverick McMullen, Medina, Menard, Real, Starr, Sutton, Uvalde, Val Verde, Webb, Wilson, Zapata, Zavala

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A National Story

Since beginning organized calling from May 8 to June 30 (52 days), we've got more than a quarter of million in the bank. We'll report more than $270,000 for our first deadline, and now we must sustain the momentum. We couldn't have done this without you and we will always be appreciative of your early efforts.

The 2010 Texas Attorney General race is in play and it's going national. The Republicans are already raising money nationally for this race. With Texas expected to gain at least four Congressional seats after the census, the direction of those seats interests the nation. Texas Attorney General Abbott wrote opinions that enabled Tom Delay to perform controversial mid-decade redistricting.

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Tina Torres
288th District Court candidate

Great to hear John is running. We'll have a live interview with John Courage Friday, July 17th, 2pm-3pm on 91.7FM KOOP Radio's "Texas Politics Today". Also avail live streaming at www.koop.org. Austin's Community Radio Station.
Best,
David Kobierowski
91.7FM KOOP Radio

Save the date September 24, 2009.
Rebeca C. Martinez for the 4th Court of Appeals
will be having a fundraiser in San Antonio Texas

Win your Campaign With Less Money Spent or just get you political cause noticed!

Judge Littlejohn was elected in 1994. Her administrative duties include Chairman of the Facilities Committee which manages all the facilities of the Juvenile Probation Department. She is a member of the State Bar College as well as various local and statewide organizations. She has served on the faculty of the Advanced Family Law Seminar in 1997 and 2001 and the College for New Judges from 1996-Present.

Judge Littlejohn graduated from Baylor University with a B.B in Mathematics and Political Science. She received her law degree from South Texas College of Law in 1979. Her first year out of law school, she worked as a Briefing Attorney for Justice Fred Klingeman in the Fourth Court of Appeals. She was a lawyer in private practice for 14 years before her election to the bench.

09.04.09 - First Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail
10.05.09 - Last Day to Register to Vote
10.19.09 - Early Voting begins
10.27.09 - Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (received, not postmarked)
10.30.09 - Last Day of Early Voting
11.03.09 - Election Day

David Medina with all that has been said about him and Lourdes Galvan has to be in shock over the results.

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Today is a new day for District 2 if the results stand in the District 2 Runoff Election.

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Reed takes District 8 ...

The SaPolitics newsletter will only inform you on anything that is being addressed in our community. This is our way of keeping you connected. No spam or junk info... just another way of keeping everyone connected.

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Editor

John Carlos Garcia is currently helping Lourdes Galvan with her Campaign. Smart move. He seems like the much stronger Candidate to fill her shoes when she leaves if elected.

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