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Road to TexDem Convention

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This is a 3-part story on how I became a delegate from Precinct level to County level. Previously, I was a Delegate at SD Convention . I'm a delegate from SD 13 in Harris County. The Texas Democratic Convention was a 3-day event in San Antonio, June 16-18, 2016. Thursday was really for committees and organizers to meet during the day. I was just a novice delegate not holding any office. I arrived in San Antonio in late afternoon. The first thing on my agenda was to attend the kickoff parties. I prepaid $50 per person with intention to bring a guest to the Official Kickoff Reception at Villita Assembly Building . Guess what? I arrived late. I barely got to nibble on the variety of salsas with some chips. I consider my $100 was purely donation to the Party. Chalkboard fun Quite of crowd when it's free Reception Food The next party was hosted by Bexar County Democratic Party just across the walkway at La Villita Historic Arts Village . The music was blasting. ...

Delegate at SD Convention

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This is a 3-part story on how I became a delegate from Precinct level to County level. Me at Wheatley HS during SD13 Convention It started as a simple question, "would you like to attend the Senate District Convention?" A young lady sat at a high school table asked me as I cast my ballot during the Primary Election on March 1st. My poll location has always been at a school near my house. However, this election was a little different as certain precincts were moved to a different location for Democratic Party candidates. But the Republican candidates are voted at the same location. This change set off some angry voters. * Days passed, I almost forgot about what I signed up for. Suddenly, I received an email invitation from Joe Jennings, Chairman for Precinct 565. I registered to attend the Senate District Convention as instructed. Then, I was patiently waited for this once-of-my-lifetime experience. In the State of Texas, there are 31 Senate Districts. Because of the...