SD-17: Chris Bell Concedes

by: Karl-Thomas Musselman

Tue Dec 16, 2008 at 10:06 PM CST

Chris Bell's official statement.

"I entered this race because I truly believe it is vital for us to change the overall direction of our state.  Though we came up short tonight, I am very proud of the campaign we have run - a campaign that focused on the issues that matter to the people of Texas and Senate District 17.

I traveled across this district and visited with so many of its residents about the concerns they face.  It only reinforced my belief that in order to create a brighter future for our kids, we must act now to implement real education and health care reform.

I want to thank all of my supporters and campaign volunteers who worked tirelessly to bring real reform to the Texas Senate.  We could not have made it without your time, energy and commitment to this campaign and to the future of Texas."

Thanks Chris. You put up a good fight.