Odus Evbagharu, 28, the new Harris County Democratic Party chair is the partys first Black chair and the youngest person to hold the position. Jaime knows what its like for a family to have to choose between paying the electric bill and putting food on the table, and what it feels like to go to sleep in a home with no heat, because the power was shut off. Enter the code you received via email to sign in, or sign in using a password. A meeting of the Steering Committee will take place via Zoom on February 28 at 6:30 PM. But when we build from the bottom up and around these coalitions that are disenfranchised, that are marginalized, that are voiceless, we all win. Evbagharu says he will also push to make a prime example is a focus on what Texans need. We've recently sent you an authentication link. Candidates seeking the nomination of the Democratic or Republican Party must file (1) . Sign up for the HouWeAre newsletter here. Evbagharu said he also wants the party to be more aggressive in lobbying elected officials including Democrats on policy and issues, a role that traditionally has been left to activists and advocacy groups instead of the formal party apparatus. Political Advertising paid for by the Harris County Democratic Party, Odus Evbagharu,Chair. For one, they will have mobilize enthusiasm without former president Donald Trump in office, and Democrats lineup of statewide candidates remains uncertain. To become the next Chair of the Harris County Democratic Party, an individual mustreceive a vote of a majority of the CEC members (eligible precinct chairs) voting in the election. Copyright 2021 by KPRC Click2Houston - All rights reserved. Evbagharu (Eh-va-GHA-ro), 28, who currently serves as a Texas House of Representatives chief of staff, is the youngest person and the first African American to hold the position, the party said in the release. (Lindsay Ellis / Houston Chronicle), Watch: Astros SP Luis Garcia debuts new windup after rule changes, Houston facing severe thunderstorms, possible tornadoes Thursday, Oops! Harris County Democrats tapped a consultant and party fundraiser for chair Sunday, with hundreds of precinct chairs voting in a close race. Anyone who puts their name on the ballot is a serious threat. [2], On June 27, 2021, Evbagharu was elected Chairman of the Democratic Party in Harris County, Texas the third largest county in the U.S.[3] He is the youngest and the first Black chair of the Harris County Democratic Party (HCDP). Harris County Democratic Party Chair Odus Evbagharu also disputed the GOP's assertions. Political Advertising paid for by the Harris County Democratic Party, Odus Evbagharu,Chair. Join our Team HCDP as a Precinct Chair, volunteer to call voters, knock doors, become a fellow, or join our leadership academy. Get a code sent to your email to sign in, or sign in using a password. Our pledge is to elevate solutions, share successes, and amplify the experiences of Black people. As Democrats, we want a fairer system, one that gives tax cuts to hard working families and small business owners and provides us all with more public goods like efficient public transportation, healthcare for all and debt-free college. Harris and Tarrant Counties. {{#message}}{{{message}}}{{/message}}{{^message}}Your submission failed. Democrats believe in fighting for a healthcare system that will reduce your out-of-pocket costs significantly and cover all Americans, regardless of income. Evbagharu joined Texas Rep. Jon Rosenthals team as political director in January 2018 and in November of that year became Rosenthals Chief of Staff. Covering 1,778 square miles, Harris County is larger than Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, New York City and . The HCDP Steering Committee will meetto set proceduresfor the conduct of the election (such as length and order of nominating speeches and speeches in support of candidates). When we do that, we all win, he said. This evenings vote used a ranked-choice system and was administered in accordance with the Texas Democratic Party (TDP) rules and monitored by HCDP, TDP and candidates campaign representatives. The Precinct Chair is a publicly elected party official, elected by the Democratic voters in a precinct each primary (March of even-numbered years) to a two-year term. Those include races for county judge and Precinct 2 commissioner, seats held by Democratic incumbents Lina Hidalgo and Adrian Garcia, respectively. Notauthorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. The 30-year-old. We also believe that no one who works full-time should live in poverty. The results are not encouraging. CNN . Report: Houston is the No. "The claim that there was, like, thousands and thousands of people who were disenfranchised, there's no . (2013). III(E)(5)(a), we hereby designate Rose Salas, Democratic chair of Harris County Election Precinct 575, to serve as Temporary Chair to call the meeting to order and to preside until the permanent Chair of the Harris County Democratic Party is elected by the Committee. Our phones are staffed Monday through Friday from 10AMuntil 4PMat(713) 802-0085,oremail us at: harrisdemocrats@harrisdemocrats.com. He is the chair of the Harris County Democratic Party in Houston, Texas. If you need help with the Public File, call (713) 778-4745. Follow the link below for more information about running and details regarding the March 19 CEC meeting. Notice of Meeting of Harris County Democratic Party County Executive Committee, Aplicacin para Cita de Presidente de Recinto, View the 2022 Harris County General Election Results. Paid for by the DEMOCRATIC NATIONAL COMMITTEE (202) 863-8000. He said he also hopes to attract a state or national Democratic Party convention to Harris County, a goal that could become easier if more of the Houston region becomes bluer. Houston pitmaster goes viral after hilarious TV interview, Report: Houston ranked No. I think what went awry was, we didn't block walk, Evbagharu said. "It's not about me; it's for a greater good," she said, hugging her granddaughter after the results came in Sunday. We want to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour, invest in job training and technical education and expand family leave so that you can care for a sick loved one without the fear of losing your job. The Kinder Institute for Urban Research recently released its second State of Housing in Harris County and Houston report. View all News, or follow us on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. Democrats must expand fundraising efforts by attracting new donors online, at events and in the membership of local progressive and millennial groups, she said. A native of San Francisco, he graduated from Northwestern University in 2017 with degrees in journalism and political science, and has interned for the Tampa Bay Times, Washington Post and Fortune magazine. Learn More{{/message}}, {{#message}}{{{message}}}{{/message}}{{^message}}It appears your submission was successful. 713-802-0085. The Harris County Democratic Party on Sunday elected Odus Evbagharu as its new chair, according to a news release. The server responded with {{status_text}} (code {{status_code}}). A Houston Chronicle reporter and photographer joined the Northeastern Trail Riders Association to document the highlights and challenges of life on the trail during the group's 108-mile journey to the 2023 Houston Harris County Democratic Party elects first African-American chair, Black trail riders head to Houston rodeo parade after grueling, joyful 6-day journey, Yainer Diaz becomes first Astros hitter to violate new MLB rules. To that end, President Barack Obama signed the Affordable Care Act (ACA) in 2010. Even though the server responded OK, it is possible the submission was not processed. We have to do a better job of getting in there and fighting., More from Jasper Scherer: Houston OKs $8.2B capital improvement plan with initial focus on airport, water system expansions. Notauthorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. [5] Background [ edit] Schechter won a majority of the votes with 190 counted. [4] Evbagharu replaced Lillie Schechter, who served as HCDP Chair between 2017 and 2021. Jasper Scherer covers Texas politics and government for the Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News. Get highlights, trending news, and behind-the-scenes insights from Houston Public Media delivered to your inbox each week. County and Precinct Chairs 3/1/2023 5:48:41 AM. Last edited on 18 November 2022, at 22:26, Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District, "Congratulations to newly elected Chairman of Harris Democrats, Odus Evbagharu! RT @iamodus_: Everyday is Black history, period. County Chair Sheila Gilbert PO Box 563 , Jacksonville, AL 36265 Meeting Time & Place 3rd Thursday at Headquarters 6:30 pm 812 Noble Street Website Email (256) 403-1449 Chambers County County Chair Johnnie M. Sutton AL Meeting Time & Place Contact for meeting schedule. In addition to . Khambrel Marshall, Meteorologist, "Newsmakers" Host. He will fulfill the unexpired term of Lillie Schechter, who stepped down June 16 after four years of service. Our tax system is rigged in favor of big corporations and the wealthiest 1 percent. 12 pick, A new musical spotlights a Texas bank-robbing legend, This Houston rodeo food vendor wants you to eat his rattlesnake. In 2020, Jaime ran for the U.S. Senate from South . The office isopen Monday, Wednesday, andFriday from 10a.m. to 4 p.m., You may call the HCDP at 713-802-0085 to confirm availability or with any questions you may have. Photographed at the Harris County Democratic Party headquarters, Monday, June 28, 2021, in Houston. Any person interested in being considered for Party Chair at the March 19, 2023, CEC meeting must submit the following information either by email addressed to info@harrisdemocrats.com or by mail actually received, or in person delivery, to the Harris County Democratic Party Headquarters, 4619 Lyons Ave., Houston, Texas 77020. The Kinder Institute for Urban Research recently released its second State of Housing in Harris County and Houston report. Join us in turning. Its rattlesnake season in Texas. Before his election as chair, he served as the partys communications director and helped lead the partys coordinated campaign on local races in 2018. And were about to have one of the hottest Summers we possibly could have right here in Houston and the grid isnt fixed, he said. _________, The following individuals have applied for Harris County Democratic Party Chair. 20162023Harris County Democratic Party, 4619 Lyons Ave The ACA stopped the inhumane practice of lifetime caps on care and insurance companies denying coverage or charging higher premiums for preexisting conditions like diabetes or even pregnancy. Aplicacin para Cita de Presidente de Recinto, View the 2022 Harris County General Election Results. 63 Likes, 1 Comments - Harris County Democratic Party (@harriscodemocrats) on Instagram: "HCDP Chair Odus Evbagharu today announced his intent to leave the position on Feb. 28, 2023." We think that the bathroom you decide to use and the person you choose to marry should be up to you, not the government. Persons seeking to be selected as the chair cannot self-nominate themselves (unless they happen to be a precinct chair). We believe in fighting against laws that encourage and legalize the racial profiling of immigrants and people of color, and we believe in a justice system where everyone is treated equally under the law, regardless of race or income. Defender Juneteenth Faith Leaders Breakfast, Jamarr Brown and Odus Evbagharu, new leaders in Texas Democratic Party politics, Harris County Democratic Chair, John Berhman, resigns after racist email against Nigerian candidates, Harris Co. DA Kim Ogg launches 2022 election investigation. He says his initial focus will be on what he calls the DMV. A San Antonio native, he is a die-hard Spurs fan and avid runner. We define liberty by what you can do, not by what you can keep others from doing. It was a massive swing from the 2014 midterms, when it was Republicans who swept the countywide slate, but also one that leaned heavily on deep-pocketed political donors and grass-roots activity by groups such as the Texas Organizing Project, amid lackluster fundraising from the party itself. Only currentPrecinct Chairs may nominateand elect a Chair of the Harris County Democratic Party at the March 19, 2023 CECmeeting. 20162023Harris County Democratic Party, 4619 Lyons Ave We need to end the vicious cycle of Republican cuts to education at the state level that result in higher property taxes and underperforming schools at the local level. Harris County, home of the Harris County Republican Party and 4.5 million residents from diverse backgrounds, is the third largest county in the country and the largest urban area in the State of Texas. Visit the Action Center for all the ways to get involved. Copyright 2023 Click2Houston.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. Houston, Texas 77020 The Harris County Democratic Party announced Thursday evening that Odus Evbagharu (Eh-va-GHA-ro) was elected party chair and will fulfill the unexpired term of Lillie Schechter, who stepped down June 16th after four years of service. See more on this weeks Houston Newsmakers EXTRA. Silvia Mintz* This information is provided by the Republican and Democratic Parties of Texas. Evbagharu, who is currently serving as a Texas House of Representatives Chief of Staff, was sworn in by Texas Democratic [] Learn More{{/message}}. - Task force calls for 'significant increase' in Texas teacher pay to address shortages, - Fired Uvalde ISD police chief Pete Arredondo wins dispute over less-than-honorable discharge, - Gov. An account was already registered with this email. Please contact the developer of this form processor to improve this message. It was the star power of Beto that really helped turn out the vote. Please check your inbox for an authentication link. Harris County Democrats Choose Party Chair, State of Housing Report shows much progress is needed. He graduated from the University of North Texas. Theres a big target sitting in the White House now, which we havent had in four years. 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As Democrats, we believe that it shouldnt matter whether youre a mechanic, a cashier or a CEO - your child deserves access to a top quality public education. The chairman of the Harris County Democratic Party on Wednesday announced that he would step down at the end of February. He will serve as party chair through Spring 2022.Evbagharu in 2018 served as the party's communications director and candidate coordinator, the release said. Right here in Texas we froze! Candidates can be voted on only if nominated by a precinct chair at the March 19 meeting. Sign in with a password below, or sign in using your email. Precinct Chairs are an integral part of the Collin County Democratic Party (CCDP) leadership structure and the face of the CCDP on a neighborhood level. The Harris County Democratic Party is dedicated to the ideal that everyone deserves an equal shot at life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness, regardless of where they come from. Follow the link below for more information about running and details regarding the March 19 CEC meeting. Photographed at the Harris County. A precinct chair is the lowest level of elected office. We are an international hub for trade, industry, innovation and the arts, and although we may live in a red state (for now), Harris County is decidedly blue. Heading into the Saturday chair vote, either Fried and Taddeo appear to be the likely pick. Previously, she covered business news at the Times Union in Albany, N.Y., with internships at The Wall Street Journal and The Chronicle of Higher Education. (3) considering and acting upon such other business as may properly come before the meeting. Your subscription will be migrated over. Donate $10. We will fight any and all attempts by Republicans to take us back to the injustice of the pre-ACA healthcare system. It's just like in sports: You don't play the game on paper. This Group is formulated for HCDP Precinct Chairs to share ideas, concerns and issues concerning the Harris County Democratic Party. This political blog is also not part of the Harris County Democrats Association formed in 1953 by Mrs. Frankie Randolph and later led by Chair Woman Billie Carr. Schechter won a majority of the votes with 190 counted. Jaime also served as an aide to legendary South Carolina Congressman Jim Clyburn. A Harris County Democratic Party precinct chair has resigned after sending an email to party members in which he condemned two party chair candidates over their Nigerian descent. Precinct Chairs are an integral part of the political process and I look forward to working with those who supported me and earning the trust of those who didnt, Evbagharu said. Evbagharu said even with Democrats recent electoral wins and favorable demographic trends, he considers Republicans a viable threat in 2022 countywide contests. 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