Both of the candidates running in the May 28, 2024, Democratic primary runoff election for Texas House of Representatives District 139 — Angeanette Thibodeaux (D) and Charlene Ward Johnson (D) — completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for office.
Here are the candidates’ responses to the question: What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?
Thibodeaux:
- “Sustainable Housing / Homelessness
- Public Safety / Re-Entry Initiative
- Youth & Ed. Partnerships”
Ward Johnson:
- “Quality Education: I will work to bring educational opportunities in the district. I will advocate for funding for public schools, universities, community colleges, that includes academics, job and workforce skills.
- Job Opportunities: I will work to create better opportunities for the district such as better jobs. I will help small businesses and entrepreneurs. I will partner with unions, local charities and businesses to help bring in much needed resources.
- Access to Quality Healthcare: The people in the district need access to quality healthcare, including women’s reproductive rights. I will work to expand Medicaid to help place a cap on the rising cost of prescription drugs.”
Click on the candidates’ profile pages below to read their full responses to this and other questions.
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