www.texasmetronews.com TEXAS METRO NEWS March 7, 2018 Volume 6, No.19
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Metro News MY TRUTH
By Cheryl Smith Publisher
Common decency I talked to a distraught candidate recently. It appears the recent primary election has had a negative impact on so many. This candidate felt the viciousness of some of the attacks would cause irreparable damage to many relationships and also discourage folks from seeking political office. Sure, we’ve heard time and time again that in politics “there are no permanent friends/enemies, only permanent issues.” Well, there’s something to be said about not letting issues, that tend to change, ruin relationships; especially those grounded in honesty, sincerity and all things noble. In politics, every relationship is not built on a solid foundation. You have to learn about bridge building. Know which bridge to approach, avoid, cross, or repair. And then there’s the oh so important one that you burn. I contend that you are too young, whatever your age, to burn any bridges. Ask your elders. Essentially, you must try to avoid permanent engagements with temporary people. There are some people who will only be in your lives for a season, maybe this campaign season. Some will go away, never to be heard from again. It would be unfortunate to make some permanent moves that will tie folks to you for life — kinda like going on a cruise and having unprotected sex in a bathroom with a complete stranger, only to become a parent in nine months. Not a good place or position to be in. Chevelle is working her first campaign. When I got her feedback on the experience, it was an earful. I was See TRUTH, page 10 IT’S EARLY VOTING TIME
ELECTION RESULTS: BROWN WINS
Sheriff Brown celebrates with supporter, Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price on election night.
From Staff Reports It was a long night for some as they waited anxiously for election results. Interim Sheriff Marian Brown had an early lead that she maintained, avoiding a runoff and capturing 59.56 percent of the vote in the Democratic primary, Tuesday Night. Although the Sheriff’s race is wasn’t there were several contentious races this cycle. There were also several races where there were no opponents. Several freshman judges did
not pull an opponent, including Shequitta Kelly, Amber Givens-Davis, Ingrid Warren, Stephanie Mitchell and Staci Williams. Judicial candidates Raquel “Rocky” Jones, Audrey Moorehead, Aiesha Redmond, and Melissa Bellan were victorious, as were incumbents Tammy Kemp and Jennifer Bennett, Tina Yoo, Lela Mayes and Etta J. Mullin. Thanks to forums like the Dallas Examiner’s Monday Night Politics, at churches and Paul Quinn College, or sponsored by
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.; citizens were able to get up close and personal with candidates. There were of course some upsets. There was the closely-watched race between Elizabeth Davis Frizell and John Creuzot, that was the topic of discussion with Creuzot coming out on top by a little over 500 votes. Then there are the runoffs. The election is set for May 22, 2013 to decide those contests. Check out the full election results on page 2 and at www.texasmetronews. com
THIS IS OUR HISTORY Celebrating Women's History Month Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson released the following statement in honor of Women’s History Month: “During Women’s History Congresswoman Month we honor Eddie Bernice Johnson the brave women whose shoulders we continue to stand upon today. We celebrate this legacy of resilience as they demonstrate what it looks like to be persistent in overcoming barriers presented across multiple generations. Women have been at the forefront of movements that have shaped the American identity into what is today. And we will continue to forge a brighter future through supporting STEM education for young girls and women, securing equal pay, providing accessible healthcare, and the right to a safe educational environment; which are all key elements needed to bring this vision of equality to every citizen. “This month we recognize every organizer and advocate who committed themselves to a cause working to achieve equality in every avenue of life. America is a land of opportunity; we must never forget our commitment to providing a better legacy for those to come than what was left to us. The heights of the achievements our daughters and granddaughters reach will be the testament of the work we accomplish in our lifetimes. Therefore, I will continue to make legislative decisions with the best interests of young girls and women in mind.” www.texasmetronews.com