Annie's List endorsed candidate Jamie Dorris (HD 113) is facing an election against not only Rep. Joe "No Show" Driver, but now another side - that of Joe "Double-Dip" Driver - has emerged as well. 

 

According to an interview released by the Associated Press today, Rep. Joe Driver, R-Garland, is accused of billing the state twice for travel - and keeping the extra funds for himself.

"Faced with findings from an investigation by The Associated Press, he acknowledged in an interview that for years he has been submitting the same receipts — for luxury hotels, airline tickets, meals, fees and incidentals — to both his campaign and to the Texas House of Representatives. He has also been collecting thousands of dollars in state mileage reimbursements for travel in vehicles for which his campaign has shelled out more than $100,000 since 2000," the article states.  

Driver has commented on the findings, saying, "Well, it pretty much screws my week." Well, Rep. Driver, we hope to prove that scandals like this are not acceptable for the taxpayers of Texas nor the citizens of your district - which is why we're supporting an ethical, responsible choice for HD 113 - Jamie Dorris. 

 

Visit her website and read the full story here.
http://www.jamiedorris.com 

 

 

 

A half a million dollars is something to be proud of - and it's fundraising you've done, whether by passing our message along to friends, recruiting supporters or contributing yourself. It’s incredible to think of just how much an inspired, energetic group can accomplish in just one short month! 

 

 

 

The Annie's List 2010 Central Texas Luncheon went off without a hitch on Thursday, April 1st at the Hilton Downtown Austin. Over 600 guests attended to hear keynote speaker Kathleen Kennedy Townsend speak about her life in politics and the broadening role women can have in shaping the future, helping to make it our most successful Central Texas Luncheon to date! 

 

Also in attendance was "Face of The Year" honoree Andrea White, who gave a gracious and motivating acceptance speech.  The event opened with a welcome from Annie's List Endorsed Lawmakers Rep. Valinda Bolton, Rep. Donna Howard and Rep. Diana Maldonado, recognizing the many political faces in the room, including Annie's List Endorsed Candidates Loretta Haldenwang (HD 105), Kendra Yarbrough Camarena (HD 138) and Diane Trautman (Harris  County Tax Assessor). 

 

Luncheon Co-Chairs Aimee Boone and Patsy Woods Martin did a wonderful job of spreading the word, and Annie's List's own Deputy Political Director Genevieve Van Cleve rose to the stage to give a beautiful and fitting tribute to Democratic activist and women's rights champion Liz Carpenter. 

 

The luncheon was closed by Annie's List Endorsed Lawmaker Sen. Wendy Davis, who emphasized how much it meant to her to have Annie's List in her corner when she was running for office as a first-time legislative candidate. Her final call to support brought on cheers and applause from all in the ballroom.

 

Missed the luncheon? There's still an opportunity to support and get involved in the Annie's List mission! Donate online or join our new Vision Circle Program for help change the face of power in Texas politics.