When your values don't represent your district, there's nothing left to do but attack your opponent and spread false information. My opponent spent 14 years in the Legislature opposing our East Texas values. So, unfortunately, he has taken to deceitful attacks intended to mislead voters instead of debating the issues.

So, I need your help to set the record straight! Will you forward this email to your friends so they can hear "the rest of the story?" I've created a page on my website that explains what really happened with the flag vote, the citizenship requirement for driver's licenses, and other issues:  www.DavidSimpson.com/answers.php

The truth is that Mr. Merritt was the most liberal Republican in the entire House of Representatives, according to a study by Rice University in 2011. Merritt campaigned for Democrats against conservative Republicans, fought hard for illegal immigrants to get taxpayer benefits, and opposed Voter ID when in Austin (despite statements of support while in East Texas).

The record is clear. And East Texans are ready for strong conservative leadership that will not tire or falter when it comes to defending our values.

As your State Representative, I will fight to return government to its proper, limited role. But I cannot do it alone! Please consider helping on these three action items.

GRASSROOTS ACTION ITEMS:

Texas State Representative, District 7
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I am very excited to announce the support of over 40 East Texas Republican leaders, ranging from State Republican Executive Committee members to county and precinct chairs to organization leaders.

The list of supporters includes over 80% of all district precinct chairs and over 90% of all precinct chairs who would consider making an endorsement in this race. Also, as we previously released, this list includes the unanimous support of all Upshur County precinct chairs.

As I've gone around the district, talking with literally thousands of voters one-on-one, it's clear that the people of East Texas are tired of "go along to get along" politics. East Texans want strong conservative leadership for our values...then they want the government to get out of the way of freedom and responsibility 

But, Mr. Merritt spent 14 years opposing our East Texas conservative values. That’s why we fired Tommy Merritt two years ago.

Tommy is running again, but here's your chance to tell Tommy, "Thanks, but no thanks!" Watch our campaign video here and then share it with your friends, asking them to vote early!

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Here's what some of our local Republican leaders had to say:

“David is the only conservative candidate in the race. His opponent’s voting record has been very liberal.” 
- Smith County GOP Chairman Ashton Oravetz





“David Simpson has proven himself to be a champion of conservative values and common sense government. David’s leadership and willingness to serve the people are qualities that are so desperately needed in government today.”
- Senate District 1 State Republican Executive Committeewoman Brenda Patterson



“David Simpson is exactly who we need in Austin representing District 7. He is a Christian man with Godly values. His integrity and willingness to serve are unmatched by anyone in our district. If we had more men like David in office our country would not be in the shape it is in. I endorse David Simpson for another term as our Sate Representative.”
- Recent Gregg County Precinct 4 Chairman Randy Hufstetler 


The list of endorsing East Texas Republican Leaders includes:

Brenda Patterson – SREC, SD 1
Ashton Oravetz – Smith County GOP Chair
Kevin Massey – Gregg County GOP Vice-Chair and Precinct 10 Chair
Judith Frey – Gregg County GOP Secretary
Cynthia Ridgeway – Upshur County GOP Vice-Chair and Precinct 9 Chair
Chad Simms – Harrison County GOP Chair
Gene Edwards – Marion County GOP Chair
Eileen Collins – Cass County GOP Chair
Sheila Head – Rusk County GOP Chair
Charlene Irwin – Morris County GOP Chair
Donnie Wisenbaker – Hopkins County GOP Chair
Sue Evenwel – Titus County GOP Chair
Bert Edmondson – Franklin County GOP Chair
Pam Derr – Delta County GOP Chair
Shawn Tully – Red River County GOP Chair
Ken Autrey – Bowie County GOP Chair
Titus County Republican Party Executive Committee
Denice McDonald – Upshur County Republican Women
Don Radcliffe – Gregg County Precinct 3 Chair
Randy Hufstetler – Former Gregg County Precinct 4 Chair
Brian Bowden – Gregg County Precinct 6 Chair
Gail Lester – Gregg County Precinct 7 Chair
Kyle Smith – Gregg County Precinct 8 Chair
Ermine Schufeldt – Gregg County Precinct 8A Chair
Virgil Bohannon – Future Gregg County Precinct 11 Chair (appointment to take effect soon)
Kelly Rolland – Gregg County Precinct 12 Chair
Kirk Rotramel – Gregg County Precinct 13 Chair
Sandra Odom – Gregg County Precinct 14 Chair
Thomas Wood – Gregg County Precinct 15 Chair and Vice-President, Gregg County Republican Club
Laura Hargis – Future Gregg County Precinct 18 Chair (appointment to take effect soon)
Andy Farrell – Gregg County Precinct 19 Chair
Bill Daniel – Gregg County Precinct 22 Chair
Lanette Crittenden – Upshur County Precinct 1 Chair
Joy Connery – Upshur County Precinct 4 Chair
Madaline Barber – Upshur County Precinct 5 Chair
Troy “Cotton” Jones – Upshur County Precinct 6 Chair
Blanton Dawson – Upshur County Precinct 7 Chair
Jackie Oliver – Upshur County Precinct 8 Chair
Jed Hefner – Upshur County Precinct 10 Chair
Bill Stenger – Upshur County Precinct 12 Chair
Kenneth Yates – Upshur County Precinct 13 Chair
Matt Byrd – Upshur County Precinct 14 Chair
Joe Dodd – Upshur County Precinct 15 Chair
Ken Patterson – Upshur County Precinct 16 Chair
Teresa Huggins – Upshur County Precinct 17 Chair
Glenn Leach – Upshur County Precinct 19 Chair

*Tommy is running again, but here's your chance to tell Tommy, "Thanks, but no thanks!" Watch our campaign video here and then share it with your friends, asking them to vote early! 

For Texas and Liberty,

David Simpson

Texas State Representative, District 7
info@DavidSimpson.com
DavidSimpson.com

Happy Mother's Day!
 

Motherhood is about life — precious human life made in the image of God. Psalm 139 speaks about us being “knit together in our mother’s womb.” Our life began in our mother’s womb where we grew, matured, and were nurtured prior to even our birth. Perhaps it is because of this that there is such special bond between mother and child.

May the Lord bless you today as you honor your mother and ponder what God has done to give us life. 

 

Early voting starts tomorrow! Monday, May 14

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