2nd Texas judge announces switch from Republican to Democratic Party

[KamaAina]

http://kxan.com/2016/10/22/2nd-texas-judge-announces-switch-from-republican-to-democratic-party/

For the second time in two weeks, a Texas judge has announced departure from the Republican Party to become a Texas Democrat....

This news comes only one week after Justice Terry Jennings of Texas’ First Court of Appeals announced his departure from the Republican party saying, “The Democratic party- and the Democratic party alone- presents our country with a positive and optimistic vision for the future of all Americans, not just a select few.”...

Also, we have seen Donald Trump use misogyny, racism and conspiracy theories for political gain. This is a time for principled leaders to stand up. This is a time for Texas to say our families deserve more. I’m proud top see Judge Lauren Parish take a stand for Texas families and join our Democratic Party.”...

I see no way of reconciling my Christian beliefs with the manner in which the Republican Party is conducting itself. That is why I feel compelled to stand up and come back to the Texas Democratic Party.”

[Old and In the Way]

1. Ok, trust but verify,

As Ron Reagan said.....

[Coyotl]

2. Trump the wrecking ball

[BlueCollar]

3. she was a democrat then switched to republican

And now she's switching back?

"Beware of wolves in sheep's clothing."

[awoke_in_2003]

8. May be the only way

to get elected here. I voted yesterday. There were 10 or so judges running, and only one had a democratic opponent. The rest were uncontested pukes.

[Javaman]

4. just another repuke opportunist.

vote him out and put in a real Dem next time he's up for election.

[KamaAina]

5. He is a she

Judge Lauren Parish of the 115th Judicial District Court which serves Upshur and Marion Counties, announced Friday she will be leaving the Republican Party and will now identify as a Democrat. Parish served as a democrat for years but, as her East Texas community became more Republican, she made the switch.

[LanternWaste]

6. What leads you to allege that?

What leads you to allege that?

[Javaman]

7. because I get the very distinct feeling this judge is changing with the wind. nt