11/22/2009
Houston Chronicle Endorses Annise Parker for Mayor
The Houston Chronicle has endorsed Annise Parker, who this week was the target of vicious attacks because of her sexuality, for Houston mayor over her opponent Gene Locke.
"In the general election the Chronicle endorsed both Parker and former city attorney and public agency lawyer Gene Locke, her opponent in the run-off. As we noted then, they each “offer deep roots in the city and a dazzling range of life experiences and public service.” And our endorsement of Parker should not be taken as a diminution of the skills and qualifications of Locke, whose back story as a civil rights activist, steelworker and successful major law firm attorney offers a compelling narrative. Houstonians are lucky to face such a difficult choice. But Parker's background and experience offer a better fit for the mayor's office at this point in time...In both her public and personal life, Parker has maintained high ethical standards and decorum in her years as an elected official. No scandals have occurred on her watch. As mayor she will present the city's best face to the world, one of tolerance, diversity and compassion for all our citizens. The Chronicle urges voters to allow Parker to take her high standards and solid record of accomplishment to the city's highest office."
The run-off election takes place December 12. Annise Parker's campaign site is HERE.
Posted 11:28 AM EST by Andy Towle in Houston, News | Permalink
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Another interesting article in the Houston Chronicle about the "history" of homophobia in past mayoral elections.
http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/metropolitan/casey/6725861.html
Posted by: txstevo | Nov 22, 2009 6:11:31 PM
Once again, thank you for posting this story. Being elected mayor should be based on qualifications and not sexual orientation. We are doing everything we can to get her elected.
Posted by: Timmy | Nov 23, 2009 12:35:11 PM