Candidate Forum Recap: The Issues That Matter to Waller County
Tonight, I participated in the Waller County Republican Candidate Forum at the Waller Civic Center, hosted by the Waller County Republican Party and the Waller County Republican Women. It was a great evening of substantive discussion about the issues that matter to our community.
What Voters Asked About
The forum covered a wide range of topics relevant to the County Court at Law No. 1 race. Here are some of the key themes:
Judicial philosophy and temperament. Voters want to know how a judge will approach decisions. I was clear: I'm a strict constructionist who believes in applying the law as written, respecting constitutional rights, and exercising judicial restraint. A judge's job is to follow the law, not to make it.
Experience and qualifications. My record answers that question. With over 3,000 cases prosecuted in Waller County, including complex child abuse and domestic violence cases, I have the hands-on courtroom experience this position demands. I've tried cases in the very courtroom I'll preside over.
Protecting families and children. Multiple questions touched on family law issues, including custody, parental rights, and how the court handles cases involving children. I drew on my years of prosecuting child abuse cases to explain why these cases require a judge who understands the dynamics of family violence and the legal standards that protect both children and parental rights.
Court efficiency. Waller County is growing, and voters are concerned about whether the courts can keep pace. I committed to efficient docket management, minimizing unnecessary delays, and running a court that respects everyone's time.
Thank You
Thank you to the Waller County Republican Party and the Waller County Republican Women for organizing a thoughtful forum, and thank you to every voter who came out on a Tuesday evening to hear from the candidates. Your engagement in this process is what makes local elections work.
If you weren't able to attend, we'll be at several more events before the March 3 primary. Follow us on social media for dates and locations, or visit our Events page for details.