Jacksonville dentist' [...]
From Quourm Report (subscription required), we learn that Republican Michael Banks is already considering running against Rep. Chuck Hopson in the Republican primary in House District 11. Via QR:
Jacksonville dentist Michael Banks this afternoon said, “After receiving considerable encouragement from the people in each of [...]
Republican Party of Texas Welcomes State Rep. Chuck Hopson to the GOPTwo pieces of news for the 2010 cycle, one good and one not good. For the latter first, State Rep. Chuck Hopson, who won a very tight race for re-election in 2008, has announced that he will run in 2010 as a Republican.
A press release from Hopson’s campaign said [...]
1/29/09
State Representative Chuck Hopson today joined other lawmakers in endorsing John Sharp's U.S. Senate bid, making it unanimous among East and Southeast Texas Democratic legislators.
"John Sharp reflects East Texas values and will make a great U.S. Senator," Hopson said. "From the economy to energy to education to health care," [...]
Just a round-up of releases so far:
First, from Chairman Boyd Richie of the Texas Democratic Party:
“While I am extremely disappointed with Chuck Hopson, I remain confident the Texas House of Representatives will have a Democratic Speaker of the House next Legislative Session. Democrats continue [...]
A man who lives with honor says to your face what he says behind your back.
I used to think Chuck Hopson was that kind of man. Today, I learned the harsh truth that he is not.
I always knew Chuck was first and foremost [...]
Texas Democratic Party Chairman Boyd Ritchie today had strong words for State Rep. Chuck Hopson (D-Jacksonville) who announced he is joining the Republican Party.
From Richie’s statement:
“Make no mistake… as a rural Democratic elected official who served in rural Texas, I can tell you that if, in [...]
State Rep. Chuck Hopson, saying his East Texas district does not reflect the views of President Barack Obama, bolted the Democratic Party.
"I believe in democracy and respect its process," Hopson said in a news release. "I will be running as a Republican in 2010 and will campaign hard to win" [...]
Capitol Annex has learned that State Rep. Chuck Hopson (D-Jacksonville) is switching parties later today.
Via QR:
Saying that President Obama and the Democrats in Congress do not reflect the concerns and conservative values of his district, State Representative Chuck Hopson announced today that he has formally resigned [...]
