| The following is an op-ed by Katy Hubener.
I am running for State Representative to affirm a cause, and I am asking the families of District 106 to join me.
Texans must renew our commitment to public schools; and in doing so, renew our commitment to lasting economic prosperity for our state and for our children.
We must commit to saying no to special interests that are working to undermine public education.
I am asking the voters of Grand Prairie and Irving to say yes to our future and yes to our kids.
Public education is the cause that brought me into this campaign and the need for a strong, independent voice is what will keep me fighting for Texas schoolchildren and educators on the House floor.
I am a product of our public schools. I was raised in Southwest Dallas County and I graduated from Duncanville High School . I hold an undergraduate and graduate degree in education. And I have committed most of my life to keeping the doors to colleges and universities open – I won't stop in Austin.
I want for Texas schoolchildren to have the best and brightest in our classrooms. I am a product of the best and brightest and I'm proud of the public schools that I attended. The people who support Tom DeLay, Tom Craddick and my opponent are committed to destroying our public schools. I am committed to working for those who work for our most precious resource – our children.
We need new leadership in Austin – leaders who understand the challenges our state is facing and leaders who are willing to work hard to solve problems. I believe I am that kind of leader. We need our leaders to pledge that education will be the first priority of our economic policy. I am committed to that value.
On February 28th, I am asking the families of Grand Prairie and south Irving to say yes to our public schools and yes to our economic future. Now, I am asking passionate Democrats around Texas to join our fight. We need you to join us by block-walking, making phone calls, or with a financial investment
In just 2 years as Speaker, Tom Craddick has cast more tie-breaking votes than Pete Laney did in 10 years. One vote can make a difference on the floor of the Texas House. With your help, we can win this election and bring one more vote to the House to improve our schools, lower property taxes, and restore honesty and integrity to Austin. |
