Tag Archives: runoff

Runoff overview: District A

Posted on November 25, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

I don’t remember there being a Chron overview story for the District A regular election, but now that it’s in overtime we get an overview story about the race between CM Brenda Stardig and challenger Helen Brown. Better late than … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2011 | Tagged Annise Parker, Brenda Stardig, District A, Dynamo Stadium, Election 2011, George Greanias, Helena Brown, Houston, Houston City Council, Renew Houston, runoff | 14 Comments

Back and forth in At Large #5

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

Did you think this would be a slow holiday week? Not when there’s a runoff looming. So far this week, the Jack Christie campaign has released a letter from the former public policy director for CM Jolanda Jones that ripped … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2011 | Tagged At Large #5, Election 2011, endorsements, Houston, Houston City Council, Jack Christie, Jolanda Jones, runoff | 11 Comments

Saggy pants

Posted on November 21, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

I’m not much of a candidate forum attender, but I wish I had gone to this one. Half-a-dozen candidates in runoff City Council elections each made his or her case as champion of the downtrodden before a mostly black and … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2011 | Tagged Andrew Burks, Annise Parker, At Large #2, candidate forum, Election 2011, Houston, Houston City Council, Kristi Thibaut, runoff | 1 Comment

Early voting for city runoffs begins today

Posted on November 20, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

You remember that we have runoff elections for four Houston City Council positions, right? Well, early voting starts today and runs through next Tuesday, December 6. Here are the early voting locations that will be open for the runoff. Early … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2011 | Tagged Alvin Byrd, Andrew Burks, At Large #2, At Large #5, Brenda Stardig, campaign finance reports, District A, District B, early voting, Election 2011, endorsements, Helena Brown, Houston, Houston City Council, Jack Christie, Jerry Davis, Jolanda Jones, Kristi Thibaut, runoff, turnout | Comments Off

Precinct analysis: 2011 At Large #5

Posted on November 18, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

Last but certainly not least, the race everyone is wondering about, At Large #5: Dist Robinson Jones Christie Ryan ======================================= A 17.10% 23.61% 48.91% 10.38% B 18.80% 73.00% 5.09% 3.11% C 25.07% 30.02% 35.57% 9.35% D 14.96% 73.56% 7.86% 3.62% … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2011 | Tagged At Large #5, Carlos Obando, Davetta Daniels, Election 2009, Election 2011, Gene Locke, Houston, Houston City Council, Jack Christie, Jolanda Jones, Laurie Robinson, precinct analysis, precinct data, Ronald Green, runoff, turnout | 13 Comments

Precinct analysis: The 2011 Mayor’s race

Posted on November 15, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

I finally have a draft canvass of the 2011 Harris County vote. You know what that means. Here’s the breakdown in the Council districts for the Mayor’s race: Dist Simms Ullman Wilson Herrera Parker O’Connor ===================================================== A 4.41% 1.28% 16.31% … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2011 | Tagged Annise Parker, Benjamin Hall, Bill White, Election 2003, Election 2009, Election 2011, Fernando Herrera, Gene Locke, Houston, Lee Brown, Mayor, Paul Bettencourt, precinct analysis, precinct data, Roy Morales, runoff, Sylvester Turner | 4 Comments

More thoughts on the Council elections

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

One district at a time… – I confess that I did not see the District A result coming. Helena Brown did raise a decent amount of money since entering the race at the filing deadline, about $22K through the end … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2011 | Tagged Al Hoang, Alvin Byrd, Andrew Burks, At Large #2, At Large #5, Brenda Stardig, District A, District B, District C, District F, District J, Election 2009, Election 2011, Ellen Cohen, endorsements, Gene Locke, HBAD, Helena Brown, Houston, Houston City Council, Jack Christie, Jerry Davis, Jolanda Jones, Kathy Blueford Daniels, Kristi Thibaut, Peter Lyn Rene, Ronald Green, runoff, Toni Lawrence | 7 Comments

2011 Houston results

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

Let’s go through the races… – Mayor Parker won with a shade under 51%, with none of her opponents cracking 15% on their own. Obviously, this is not a position a Mayor with no serious opposition wants to be in, … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2011 | Tagged Alvin Byrd, Andrew Burks, Annise Parker, At Large #1, At Large #2, At Large #5, Brenda Stardig, Carroll Robinson, District A, District B, Election 2007, Election 2011, Election 2013, Ellen Cohen, Harris County, HCC, Helena Brown, HISD, HISD Board of Trustees, Houston, Jack Christie, Jerry Davis, Jew Don Boney, Jolanda Jones, Juliet Stipeche, Kristi Thibaut, Larry Green, Manuel Rodriguez, Mayor, Mike Laster, Paula Harris, Ramiro Fonseca, runoff, turnout | 11 Comments

Election results elsewhere

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

Results of interest from elsewhere in Texas and the country… – Three of the ten Constitutional amendments were defeated, with Prop 4 losing by nearly 20 points. It drew strong opposition from anti-toll road activists, and I daresay that was … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2011 | Tagged abortion, alcohol, Arizona, Bob Yancey, constitutional amendments, Election 2011, Fred Brown, HD14, immigration, John Raney, Maine, Mississippi, New Braunfels, Ohio, recall, runoff, special election, Texas, The Lege, toll roads, unions, voter registration | 2 Comments

Your annual reminder that every vote matters

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

HISD Trustee, District III results, with 38 of 38 precincts reporting: Manuel Rodriguez 2,401 50.25% Ramiro Fonseca 2,377 49.75% There were 653 undervotes in this race, and turnout in the district was 11.61%. Fonseca carried Election Day by 78 votes, … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2011 | Tagged Annise Parker, At Large #5, Brenda Stardig, District A, Election 2011, Election Day, Helena Brown, HISD, HISD Board of Trustees, Houston, Houston City Council, Jack Christie, Jolanda Jones, Manuel Rodriguez, Mayor, Ramiro Fonseca, runoff, turnout | 1 Comment

Chron overview of At Large #5

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

In addition to their belated endorsement in the At Large #5 race, the Chron now has its overview story of the race up as well. At-Large Position 5 Councilwoman Jolanda Jones arguably finds herself running as the upstart in her … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2011 | Tagged At Large #5, Bob Ryan, Election 2009, Election 2011, Houston, Houston City Council, Jack Christie, Jolanda Jones, Laurie Robinson, runoff, turnout | 10 Comments

How many votes will it take?

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

Nancy Sims has a lament about the upcoming city elections. What disturbs me most is the complete lack of interest I’m seeing and hearing from my friends, co-workers, students and people I encounter daily. Everyone wants to complain about the … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2011 | Tagged At Large #2, Election 2005, Election 2007, Election 2009, Election 2011, Houston, Houston City Controller, Houston City Council, Mayor, runoff, turnout | 5 Comments

May elections

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Charles Kuffner

As we know, the Lege passed a bill that would have the effect of moving the date for primary runoffs into May. This is causing heartburn for cities like Austin that hold their municipal elections in May of even numbered … Continue reading →

Posted in The great state of Texas | Tagged Austin, Election 2001, Election 2003, Election 2005, Election 2007, Election 2009, Election 2012, Houston, runoff, Texas, The Lege, Travis County | 3 Comments

Stipeche wins HISD Trustee runoff

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

From School Zone: Juliet Stipeche has won the Houston ISD District VIII school board runoff election by 48 votes, according to the unofficial results. Stipeche, an attorney, beat Judith Cruz, a stay-at-home mom and former HISD teacher, with 51 percent … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Election 2010, HISD, HISD Board of Trustees, Houston, Judith Cruz, Juliet Stipeche, runoff, special election | Comments Off

Runoff Day in HISD VIII

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

Today is the day of the runoff election for HISD Trustee in District VIII between Judith Cruz and Juliet Stipeche. According to School Zone, only about 1000 votes were cast during early voting, so if you live in this district, … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Election 2010, HISD, HISD Board of Trustees, Houston, Judith Cruz, Juliet Stipeche, runoff, special election | Comments Off

Lineup set for HD44 special election

Posted on November 19, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

Here are your candidates for the special election to replace the late Rep. Edmund Kuempel of Seguin. Tony Gergely, a Seguin business owner, is the Libertarian in the race. The Democrats are Daniel Rodriguez Andrade of Seguin, who lists his … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Ed Kuempel, Election 2010, HD44, runoff, special election, Texas, The Lege | 3 Comments

Early voting information for the HISD VIII runoff

Posted on November 17, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

One more election to go this year, the runoff for the open HISD Trustee seat in District VIII. Because of the Thanksgiving holiday, early voting begins tomorrow and runs through next Wednesday. Here’s what you need to know from the … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged early voting, Election 2010, HISD, HISD Board of Trustees, Houston, Judith Cruz, Juliet Stipeche, runoff, special election | 2 Comments

Special election to succeed Rep. Kuempel set

Posted on November 12, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

Not surprisingly, Gov. Perry has set it for as soon as possible. The election for the term beginning in 2011 will be held Dec. 14, the governor’s office said. Candidates for District 44 in Texas House of Representatives must file … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Ed Kuempel, Election 2010, HD44, runoff, special election, The Lege | Comments Off

Will Averitt not withdraw from the ballot?

Posted on June 22, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

The story so far: Republican State Sen. Kip Averitt dropped his re-election bid in January, citing health concerns. As it happens, his announcement came after the deadline to withdraw from the ballot, and since the other guy wasn’t well-liked among … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Bill Birdwell, David Sibley, Election 2010, Election 2012, Kip Averitt, runoff, SD22, Senate, special election, special session | 2 Comments

Election results

Posted on May 9, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

Congratulations to Galveston Mayor-Elect Joe Jaworski, who won a majority of the vote in a five-candidate race. “I think our message was one of energy and it was one of progress in Galveston,” Jaworski said. “I think people are tired … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Bill Birdwell, Bill Metzger, Chula Ross-Sanchez, David Sibley, Election 2010, Galveston, Joe Jaworski, Mayor, runoff, SD22, Senate, special election, Tom Musselman | 1 Comment

Runoff wrapup

Posted on April 14, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

Here are the Republican and Democratic runoff results from yesterday. With the exception of Marc Brown, who came from behind to defeat Danny Dexter in the GOP runoff for the 180th Criminal District Court, everyone who led in early voting … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Debra Lehrmann, Democratic primary, Election 2006, Election 2010, Election Day, Harris County, HD76, judicial races, Naomi Gonzalez, Norma Chavez, Republican Party, Rick Green, runoff, Supreme Court, Texas, The Lege | 1 Comment

Runoff results

Posted on April 13, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

Going by early vote totals, it seems likely that the remaining Democratic nominees will be Tanner Garth, Bob Thomas, Bruce Kessler, and Deborah Wright. On the Republican side, Danny Dexter and James Lombardino look to be in good shape for … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Democratic primary, early voting, Election 2010, Election Day, Harris County, judicial races, Republican Party, runoff, SBOE, Supreme Court, Texas, The Lege | Comments Off

Runoff Day is today

Posted on April 13, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

Polls are open from 7 AM to 7 PM today. There aren’t many voting locations, so check where you need to vote before you head out. The Republican Party will open 72 polling locations and the Democratic Party 77. The … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Democratic primary, Election 2010, Election Day, Harris County, Republican Party, runoff, Texas, The Lege | Comments Off

Final early runoff voting totals

Posted on April 11, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

According to the County Clerk’s daily early voting report, there were 5,126 in person early votes for the Democratic primary runoff, and 5,014 absentee ballots, for a total of 10,140. Based on 2008 runoff early voting patterns, I’d estimate final … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Democratic primary, early voting, Election 2006, Election 2008, Election 2010, Jared Woodfill, Republican Party, runoff, turnout | 1 Comment

Runoff early voting report, Day One

Posted on April 6, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

The Day One primary runoff early voting report was sent out late last night by the County Clerk’s office. You can see the totals for each location here. Basically, Democrats had 731 in person voters and 3785 mail ballots returned, … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Democratic primary, early voting, Election 2008, Election 2010, Harris County, Republican Party, runoff, turnout | 1 Comment

Gay-baiting in the HD76 runoff

Posted on April 5, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

I had not paid much attention to the Democratic primary runoff in El Paso’s HD76, which is the only Democratic legislative runoff on the ballot. I don’t have a strong opinion one way or the other about the incumbent, Rep. … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Democratic primary, El Paso, Election 2010, gay rights, HD76, Naomi Gonzalez, Norma Chavez, runoff, Texas | 1 Comment

Runoff endorsement watch: Reiteration

Posted on April 5, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

The Chron makes their recommendations for the primary runoffs: Democratic runoff District judge, 234th Judicial District: Tanner Garth District judge, 270th Judicial District: Lee Arellano Family district judge, 308th Judicial District: Bruce Kessler Family district judge, 311th Judicial District: Brad … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Democratic primary, early voting, Election 2010, endorsements, Harris County, judicial races, Republican Party, runoff | Comments Off

Early voting for runoffs begins Monday

Posted on April 4, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

From the Inbox: Houston, TX, – Early voting by personal appearance for the April 13, 2010 Democratic and Republican Primary Runoff Elections begins Monday, April 5th. The Primary Runoff Elections will decide 15 contests in which a candidate did not … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Democratic primary, early voting, Election 2010, endorsements, Harris County, Lee Arellano, Republican Party, runoff, Tanner Garth | Comments Off

Runoff endorsement watch: HCD

Posted on March 30, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

The Harris County Democrats, which is a club and not to be confused with the HCDP, has issued its endorsements for the Democratic primary runoffs: Dem – District Judge, 234th Judicial District Tanner Garth Dem – District Judge, 270th Judicial … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Democratic primary, early voting, Election 2010, endorsements, Harris County, Harris County Democrats, judicial races, runoff | Comments Off

What do you do with a problem like Rick Green?

Posted on March 21, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

If former State Rep. Rick Green wins his primary runoff against Fort Worth family court judge Debra Lehrmann for the Supreme Court Place 3 nomination, he will join Railroad Commission nominee David Porter as a second underqualified Republican candidate on … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Deborah Lehrmann, Election 2008, Election 2010, endorsements, Jim Sharp, Rick Green, runoff, Supreme Court, Texas | 2 Comments

Runoff endorsement watch: HASD and HSYD

Posted on March 14, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

Here are some more endorsements for the Democratic primary runoffs. First, from the Houston Area Stonewall Democrats: HASD is proud to announce that 60 of its 73 previously endorsed candidates ( 82% ) either won their respective races or made … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Democratic primary, Election 2010, endorsements, Harris County, Houston Area Stonewalls Democrats, runoff | Comments Off

Runoff endorsement watch: DFH and HGLBTPC

Posted on March 10, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

There are five local runoffs for the Democratic primary, so we should expect to see updated endorsements from various groups soon. Two of them have already issued theirs. First up, wasting no time at all, is Democracy for Houston: DEMOCRACY … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged Democracy for Houston, Democratic primary, Election 2010, endorsements, Harris County, HGLBT Political Caucus, judicial races, runoff | 1 Comment

Important dates for the runoff

Posted on March 9, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

From the inbox, from the County Clerk: April 13, 2010 – Primary Runoff Election: Important Dates Authority conducting elections – Political Party County Chairs First Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail – February 12, 2010 (if did not request … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged absentee ballots, early voting, Election 2010, Harris County, Harris County Clerk, runoff | Comments Off

Runoff roundup

Posted on March 3, 2010 by Charles Kuffner

Here’s a look at some of the runoff elections that will be on the ballot next month. On the Democratic side…boy, there’s not much. No statewide runoffs, as Linda Chavez-Thompson got a majority in her three-candidate race for Lite Guv. … Continue reading →

Posted in Election 2010 | Tagged CD17, CD23, County Judge, Dallas County, Democratic primary, Election 2010, Harris County, Republican Party, runoff, SBOE, Supreme Court, Texas, The Lege, Travis County | 2 Comments

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