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"Rep. Jackson Lee's Political Future Uncertain After Mayoral Defeat, Files for Reelection"

Democratic Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, who recently lost a mayoral runoff election in Houston, has filed for re-election to serve a 16th term as a congresswoman. Jackson Lee, who has held the seat since 1995, lost the mayoral race by a wide margin and was involved in a controversy where she berated her staff using profane language. She will face a competitive primary election against fellow Democrat Amanda Edwards, who holds a significant fundraising advantage.

via Fox News|

#congress #democratic-primary #houston-mayor

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

John Whitmire, Moderate Democrat, Defeats Sheila Jackson Lee in Houston Mayoral Runoff

John Whitmire, a moderate Democrat and state senator, has won the runoff election to become the mayor of Houston, defeating U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee. Whitmire's focus on public safety and his ability to create a diverse coalition of supporters, including Republicans and moderate white Democrats, contributed to his victory. Jackson Lee struggled to establish a message and expand her base of support. The election highlighted racial divisions among voters, with Black Houstonians supporting Jackson Lee and white residents backing Whitmire. Whitmire's campaign emphasized crime reduction and received significant fundraising support, including from prominent Republican donors.

via The New York Times|

#houston-mayor #john-whitmire #moderate-democrat

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Sheila Jackson Lee Faces Backlash for Verbal Abuse of Staffers

U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, who is running for Houston mayor, expressed regret after an audio recording leaked, allegedly showing her berating and demeaning her staff with profanity. In the recording, Jackson Lee can be heard using derogatory language and insulting her staffers. Former staff members have not commented on the recording, and Jackson Lee's campaign has refused to verify its authenticity. The Harris County Young Democrats withdrew their support for Jackson Lee, citing a "zero-tolerance policy for body-shaming and staff abuse." Jackson Lee's reputation for volatility in her office is well known, and she ranks sixth for staff turnover in a congressional data ranking.

via The Texas Tribune|

#audio-leaks #campaign-controversy #houston-mayor

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Hillary-endorsed Houston mayoral candidate Sheila Jackson Lee's profanity-laced tirade shocks staff"

Sheila Jackson Lee, a Democratic congresswoman endorsed by Hillary Clinton, was caught on recorded audio berating one of her staff members in a profanity-laced tirade. Known for her reputation as one of the "meanest" members of Congress, Jackson Lee has represented Houston, Texas for over 28 years. She is currently running for mayor of Houston. This incident is not the first time she has mistreated her staff, as previous reports have highlighted her use of demeaning language and long working hours. Jackson Lee was also forced to resign as chairwoman of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation in 2019 due to a lawsuit alleging retaliation for planned legal action related to an alleged rape by a supervisor.

via New York Post |

#hillary-clinton-endorsement #houston-mayor #politics

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Houston Mayoral Candidate Sheila Jackson Lee Faces Backlash for Profanity-Laced Tirade at Staff"

Sheila Jackson Lee, a Democratic congresswoman and Hillary Clinton-endorsed candidate for Houston mayor, was caught on audio berating one of her staff members in a profanity-laced tirade. Known for her reputation as one of the "meanest" members of Congress, Jackson Lee has represented her Houston district for over 28 years. In the audio, she criticized the staff member for mishandling calendar events and used derogatory language to insult his competence. This is not the first time Jackson Lee has faced criticism for mistreating her staff, as she has been accused of using demeaning language and forcing long hours.

via Fox News|

#hillary-clinton-endorsement #houston-mayor #politics