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Jim Marston Supports Margaret Gomez

Margaret Gómez Campaign — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 02:49:05 +0000

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.

Commissioner Gomez Celebrates Thanksgiving at Dove Springs Recreation Center

Margaret Gómez Campaign — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 04:11:46 +0000

For the fifth consecutive year, Commissioner Margaret Gomez celebrated Thanksgiving by serving a turkey dinner at the Dove Springs Recreation Center on Monday night.

On behalf of Commissioner Gomez and everyone working on her campaign, Happy Thanksgiving to all.

Margaret’s Statesman Op/Ed

Margaret Gómez Campaign — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:15:52 +0000

Read Commissioner Gómez’s editorial in today’s Austin American Statesman: Seniors, disabled should not be burdened with fare increase. Yesterday the fare increase exemption for elderly and disabled people passed. It would not have been possible without the leadership of Margaret Gómez.

Here is an excerpt from the editorial:

The community reaction to the fare proposal has been loud and clear. People do not believe fares should be raised for seniors or disabled riders. As a public, taxpayer-funded agency, we cannot ignore public input when making changes to the agency’s fare structure.

My parents taught me at a young age that leadership means standing up for those who cannot always stand up for themselves. This is what first attracted me to public service.

Leadership also means listening to your constituents. At this time, it is just not wise to raise fares on the most vulnerable.

Read the entire editorial now.