| State Representative Chris Turner (HD-96) and State Representative Paula Pierson (HD-93) both demonstrated financial strength in their individual bids for re-election. Chris Turner posted a 13:1 cash advantage over his Republican opponent and Paula Pierson posted a 10:1 cash advantage over her Republican opponent at the July 15th reporting period.
Both Tarrant County legislators are in a tough re-election battle against formidable Republican opponents. However, these fundraising numbers serve notice that these incumbents are ready for a political fight. Representative Chris Turner reported $321,116 cash on hand compared to his opponent, former State Representative Bill Zedler, who reported $17,898 cash on hand.
Representative Paula Pierson reported $100,554 cash on hand compared to her opponent, former Arlington City Council member Barbara Nash, who reported $10,786 cash on hand. You'll recall that Republican Nash was damaged politically with questionable business affairs and allegations of elderly abuse at nursing homes managed by companies she and her husband owned.
To supplement these fundraising numbers, both campaigns have been engaging in strong field operations since the beginning of June. Both campaigns report having hit roughly 10,000 homes in each of their respective districts and it is just the middle of July. Not only is each campaign fundraising well but they are implementing strong field plans that are communicating to voters why each legislator should return to Austin and represent the interests of mainstream Texans. |
