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John Sharp, the former Texas Comptroller who is now a Democratic candidate for the U. S. Senate, has endorsed Travis County Commissioner Margaret Gómez for re-election.
“Margaret Gómez has been a great steward of the taxpayers’ money,” Sharp said. “She knows that good financial management helps safeguard vital public services.”
“Margaret has more experience than any other county commissioner,” Sharp added. “Her record and lifelong dedication to southeast Travis County is unmatched. We need her to continue to be a strong Democratic voice on the Commissioners Court.”
At her re-election campaign kickoff Monday night, Travis County Commissioner Margaret Gómez received the endorsement of five public safety unions. The endorsements for the four-term Democratic incumbent came from the Austin-Travis County EMS Employees Association PAC, Austin Police Association PAC, Travis County Sheriffs’ Law Enforcement Association PAC, Travis County Sheriffs’ Officers Association PAC, and Travis County Firefighters Association.
“I am honored to receive such overwhelming support from the people who protect Travis County,” Commissioner Gómez said. “These groups know my record and they know my commitment to public safety in Travis County. I look forward to engaging these groups in the future so we can continue to improve public safety in our communities.”
Brett Spicer, chairman, Travis County Sheriffs’ Law Enforcement Association PAC: Commissioner Gomez has always worked to improve public safety in Travis County. She cares about protecting our communities and she has a record to prove it. She is an experienced leader on the Commissioners Court, and we are proud to endorse her re-election.”
Millie Zapata, vice president, Austin-Travis County EMS Employees Association & PAC Board Member: “Commissioner Margaret Gomez understands that ambulances must be near the community they serve. EMS is not only serve the community as a public safety agency, we also are very involved with the public health of our citizens – and she understands that. We support Margaret Gomez because she supports EMS.”
Chris Perkins, chairman, Austin Police Association PAC: “Commissioner Gomez has been a long time supporter of public safety. She has never voted against public safety in harsh budget times, because she understands that the protection of the public comes first.”
Jason Pack, president, Travis County Firefighters Association (Local 4583): “Commissioner Gomez has been engaged with the fire fighters and the department in a genuine effort to ensure that the people of southeast Travis County get the best possible ems and fire response. Her attention and support has truly help shape the ever improving delivery of public safety in Travis County.”
Chris Perkins of the Austin Police Association PAC was on hand at Commissioner Margaret Gomez’s campaign kickoff to present her with a check for her re-election campaign. The Austin Police Association becomes the fifth public safety union to endorse Commissioner Gomez in the last two weeks.
Commissioner Margaret Gomez Re-Election Campaign Kickoff
Monday, December 7
5:30 pm to 8 pm
Nuevo Leon
1501 E. 6th St
https://secure.piryx.com/donate/TCskX3SC/margaretgomez/kickoff
Commissioner Gomez has been recently endorsed by:
Austin-Travis County EMS Employees Association PAC
Travis County Sheriff’s Law Enforcement Association
Travis County Sheriff’s Officers Association PAC
Travis County Firefighters Association
Hope you can join us tonight!
Margaret Gomez, president of the Texas Association of Hispanic Count Judges and County Commissioners, announced the group’s endorsement of Houston Mayor Bill White’s gubernatorial campaign today.
“Bill White has shown that he has the leadership we need at the State Capitol,” Gomez said. “Democrats now have a real chance to win back the Governors’ Mansion. I look forward to joining my fellow members in working hard to elect Bill White this November.”
The Travis County Firefighters Association has endorsed Margaret Gomez’s re-election campaign. The endorsement becomes the third public safety endorsement Commissioner Gomez has received in the past week.
Environmental leader Jim Marston has endorsed Commissioner Margaret Gomez’s reelection campaign.
Jim is the president of the Texas League of Conservation Voters and is an attorney with the Environmental Defense Fund.
Commissioner Gomez is honored to have the support of Jim Marston. The endorsement reflects Commissioner Gomez’s strong record on environmental issues. If re-elected, she will continue to be a voice for the environment on the Commissioners Court.