Hank Gilbert says he will run for governor

[sonias]

AAS 8/25/09
Hank Gilbert says he will run for governor

By Jason Embry | Tuesday, August 25, 2009, 09:23 PM

Hank Gilbert told the Statesman’s Gardner Selby on Tuesday that he plans to seek the Democratic nomination for governor.

Gilbert, a cattle producer and businessman from Whitehouse, was the party’s nominee for agriculture commissioner in 2006. He lost that race to Republican Todd Staples, 55 percent to 42 percent. He is also active in efforts to fight toll roads.

"I just feel like we need that person at the top that has the experience of fighting in the (Legislature) and fighting to get things done for the people of Texas across this state, get people inspired to take a hard look," Gilbert told Selby.

:applause:


Sonia

[niccolos_smile]

1. Who?

That was my reaction when I saw this this morning, and no doubt the reaction of many potential voters. I actually took the time look him up, because I'm a political junkie, but I doubt most voters will, so he's got a lot of work ahead of him as far as name ID, etc.

[texastoast]

3. MAYBE just MAYBE the Texas Democratic Party will support him THIS TIME

Unlike 2006. We can only hope.

[niccolos_smile]

8. Unfortunately...

I don't think a rural candidate can be successful in this state anymore. The power has swung too far towards the urban areas.

[texastoast]

14. He got 43% of the vote for Ag Commissioner

Not bad.

[texastoast]

2. All I can say is

:fistbump:

I will go worky for Hank. Does he have a website yet?

[redqueen]

18. I don't think so... but there's a link to donate in the email I got:

https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/hankgilbert?refcode=link1blastaug27

[blogslut]

24. Yes, he does

And it's a dandy!

http://hankgilbert.com/

:hi:

[onestepforward]

4. I wasn't familiar with Hank Gilbert either.

I just watched this video from 2006 and I am very impressed! I want to find out more, but right now I'm feeling good about this guy. :)


link: http://www.burntorangereport.com/diary/9213/hank-gilbert-considering-bid-for-governor-of-texas

[WolverineDG]

5. YES!!

Finally a *REAL* Democrat in the race, not some mealy-mouthed Bush kisser.

dg

[AllenVanAllen]

6. Wonderful!

He's the type of governor this state needs, straight-talking, bold and smart. Things are looking up on this somewhat somber day. :)

[NoPasaran]

7. Hurrah Hank!

:bounce:

At last, a candidate who didn't vote for Bush!

[Melissa G]

9. I like Hank! He's a real authentic person.

A heckuva good guy worth working our tails off for. I believe he will return the favor for the benefit of the Great State of Texas.

[susanr516]

10. Glad to hear that

At least Hank is a real Democrat.

[kjackson227]

12. SO True!

[efhmc]

11. People who know him seem to think he is the real thing.

Let's hit the ground running on this. Will invite him here to speak. How about you?

[texastoast]

13. I just got my "I'm running" email from Hank

Bye-bye Bill White, even though I like a number of things about you. My money can only support so many races.

[onestepforward]

15. Wasn't White going to run for the Senate?

[texastoast]

16. He is

I think I was confusing. I enjoy working for a candidate I believe in, and I just can't do two. I'd rather work for Hank.

:hi:

[onestepforward]

19. I hear ya!

At this point, I would rather work for Hank too! It is so refreshing to have a candidate that I can be truly excited about!

:hi:

[redqueen]

17. I just got the email and came here to post about this.

I'm so excited... I like this guy. :bounce:

[onestepforward]

20. Hank's website is up!

Link:
http://hankgilbert.com/

[texastoast]

21. I think part of it is not working

I tried to sign up to volunteer and kept getting an error. I'll try tomorrow.

[blogslut]

26. I got it too

But it turns out, I am in the database and have the organizing page open right now. I sent them an email to let them know they've got a problem with their code. :hi:

[blogslut]

27. Update!

I just received an email from the campaign, letting me know they got my message about the error and they're working on fixing it! Less than 15 minutes after I sent them my message about the error. SWEET!

[onestepforward]

28. I just tried and it did work this time! I'm signed up for emails! n/t

[derby378]

22. Only thing is...

We know how this whole push for term limits blew up in everyone's faces. I think Gilbert should ditch talk of term limits in Texas.

[jeffweemsforRRC]

23. It is not a core point to his message.

[kjackson227]

25. Well, I like his views regarding energy and the Trans Texas Corridor...

so, I guess he's going to be the guy who will get my time and contributions (unless Chris Bell decides to make another run).

[onestepforward]

29. Hank will be in Amarillo for a Labor Day picnic.

I grew up in Amarillo. Wish I could be there for the picnic!


"Amarillo Labor Day Picnic
< September 7, 2009; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. > The Amarillo Central Labor Council will host the annual Labor Day Picnic from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday at the Gazebo at Memorial Park on Amarillo College’s Washington Street campus.

The picnic is open to union members, retirees and their families.

Abel G. Bosquez of Amarillo will announce his candidacy for Texas State representative District 87 <...>"

link: http://hankgilbert.com/