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Turner Raises Twice as Much as Pierson in HD 101 Race
Campaign finance reports filed this week show that former State Representative Chris Turner (D-Grand Prairie) has raised more than two times the amount that the Paula Hightower Pierson campaign has. Turner’s campaign also has a significant cash-on-hand advantage for the final month of the race.
Texas State Teachers Association Endorses Chris Turner
Sarah Scoggins Spurrier, President of Arlington TSTA: ”On behalf of Arlington Texas State Teachers Association, we offer our endorsement and support for Chris Turner for Texas House Representative, District 101. “Chris Turner’s proven record of fighting for public schools is appreciated by our members. Please help him to continue working for Texas children by voting for him on May 29th.”
Turner Out-Raises All Other Candidates Combined in Latest Reports
Former State Representative Has Campaign Cash Advantage and Momentum in District 93
ARLINGTON – Former State Representative Chris Turner (D-Grand Prairie) has outraised both of the other candidates combined in the race for the new state house District 93 that includes much of Arlington and Grand Prairie. Turner’s campaign also has more cash-on-hand than the other two candidates in the race.
Turner Files to Run for Texas House of Representatives
Former State Representative running in new Arlington/Grand Prairie open seat
Today, former State Representative Chris Turner filed to run for the Texas House of Representatives in the new District 93, an open seat that encompasses a significant portion of Turner’s previous district.
Chris Turner Announces First Round of Endorsements in Democratic Primary for New House District 101
ARLINGTON – Today, former State Representative Chris Turner announced endorsements from Democratic Party leaders, educators, veterans, union members and voters in his campaign for the new House District 101 in Arlington and Grand Prairie. Turner, who previously represented a significant part of the new district, will officially kick off his campaign Thursday evening at a fundraiser at J. Gilligan’s Bar and Grill in Arlington.
State Representative Chris Turner Joined by Chairman Pete Gallego, Local Law Enforcement and Mother of Injured Toddler Announce New DWI Legislation
“Abdallah’s Laws” will Clarify Law Regarding Out of State DWI Convictions and Enhance Penalty for Those Who Cause Severe Injury. “The real tragedy is that someone with multiple DWI convictions was able to get back in his car and drive, which happens far too often with grave consequences. While no legislation can undo the tragedy that has been experienced by this young family, we need to do all we can to provide some measure of justice and hopefully prevent other families from going through this kind of pain and anguish.”
Turner Statement on Tracy Family Insurance Issue
“I commend Doug and Kim for their tenacity in fighting for their son, and am grateful to have had the opportunity to help in this situation.”
State Rep. Chris Turner Named Legislator of the Year by the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars
State Rep. Chris Turner was named “Legislator of the Year” by the Texas Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). According to the Texas VFW, Turner is the first freshman legislator to receive this award.
North Texas Legislators Call for Insurance Reform
“Most families in North Texas haven’t seen their incomes go up by double digits this year, yet these big insurance companies think it’s ok…”
Remarks to Texas VFW State Convention: January 29, 2010
George Washington: “The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceive the veterans of earlier wars were appreciated …”
State Senators Chris Harris and Wendy Davis and State Representative Chris Turner Purchase First Veterans Cash Lottery Scratch-Off Tickets
New $2 Ticket Will Provide Much Needed Funding for Veterans’ Programs
State Rep. Chris Turner Receives Texas Veterans Commission’s Leadership Award
“His leadership on veterans’ issues has inspired the respect of the entire veterans’ community…”
