Candidates running on the Democratic ticket in the November General Election


“When it comes to the Texas Agriculture Commission, there is no one in this
race who has the experience that I do in agribusiness who will both run this
agency effectively and protect the thousands of small, family farms we have
across Texas,”


Following in this tradition of his father and grandfathers, Jeff began working for energy service companies at every opportunity while in high school and college, which allowed him to pay for his education. Jeff worked on the rigs and as a drilling mud representative. Jeff’s son, Matthew, is the fourth generation in the business – he is a practicing petroleum engineer.

Lieutenant Governor

James Quillain
Government From The Bottom Up
Who comes up the ideas for laws, for example health care, Stimulus or TARP of 2008? When citizens want something from government, they ask, Right? You would think so, but almost never do citizens organize and march to their congressmen’s offices saying things like we are suffering because our health care is inadequate. Please Mr. Congressman write a law that will help us and try get your colleagues to pass it. Wouldn't it be great if ideas for laws started that way?
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County Commissioner Armando S. Rodriguez has lived most of his life in Precinct 4, the district that comprises the southern portion of the Ector County. According to Rodriguez, not much has changed in his 49 years.
"Precinct 4 is really behind," Rodriguez said. "It’s been very slow."
While he is proud of some progress he achieved in his first term, Rodriguez said he needs another four years to get the precinct on the right track. He points to his local upbringing and understanding of the community as strengths in his campaign for re-election.
Rodriguez contends he is more connected to the community than his opponent and better understands the needs of his constituents.
He said he proved he is the man for the job during the past four years by making his constituents more aware of important issues, such as the pressing need for economic development. He also takes credit for increased code enforcement regarding illegal dumping and helping bring Little League baseball back to south Odessa.
Rodriguez said he has been involved in politics since his days at the former Ector High School, where he was part of the student council. Rodriguez graduated from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio with a bachelor’s degree in political science and a minor in business administration.
In his free time, Rodriguez said he enjoys collecting coins and attending community functions.
"My enjoyment is politicking," Rodriguez said.
If re-elected, Rodriguez said he pledges to continue making Precinct 4 a better place to live. His goals include further tamping down on illegal dumping and building a connection from FM 3503 to JBS Parkway to attract more business to the area.
"I’m still working on several projects," Rodriguez said. "We have not asked for a lot. I think now the new generation would like to see a lot of changes. I can’t make a lot of miracles, but at least I can show them the direction."
Ector County Justice of The Peace Precinct Three
Carlos Reyes