The late U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee's family has endorsed former Mayor Sylvester Turner in the race to replace the congresswoman on the November ballot.
The late U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee ’s family endorsed former Mayor Sylvester Turner in the race to replace the congresswoman on the November ballot. A week ahead of the nomination meeting where Jackson Lee ’s replacement will be selected, Jackson Lee ’s children, Jason Lee and Erica Lee Carter , announced they are supporting Turner, a longtime friend and ally of their mother, in his bid to succeed her.
Kamala Harris, Hillary Clinton praised U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee’s legacy at celebration of life Turner recently said the passing of his friend and the unique circumstances of this race were the only factors that could pull him out of retirement, adding district constituents needed “stability and continuity in leadership” at this critical juncture. Jackson Lee secured a decisive primary victory in March against challenger Edwards.
Democratic leaders to pick Jackson Lee’s ballot replacement on Aug 13. Here’s how to get involved.
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