BREAKING: Gov. Andrew Cuomo announces that every New York voter will *automatically* receive a postage-paid application for an absentee ballot!
It's not hard. Every state should be taking action NOW to ensure that Americans can vote during the pandemic.
Something has gone very wrong when the feds find civil rights violations and a culture of discrimination inside a school district.
It is sad that Southlake parents felt they had no other recourse than to call for federal intervention to protect their kids.
Texans truly deserve a leader like
@BetoORourke
! It was a delight to introduce our next Governor to enthusiastic supporters, on a beautiful Friday night in Fort Worth. Great meeting new folks & seeing longtime friends.
@ARSimmons
Arlington Democrat
@alisafortexas
Simmons, a potential candidate for an open Arlington CoComm seat or another office, introduced
@BetoORourke
in Fort Worth (from campaign feed)
I’m proud to have the endorsement of Dr.
@LydiaBeanTexas
, a fierce leader across Tarrant County! I’m looking forward to working alongside Dr. Bean and other community leaders to uplift our neighborhoods!
#AlisaForTarrant
A year ago today, I was elected to serve as your Tarrant County Commissioner for Precinct 2! We’ve accomplished a lot thus far, but know that I’m just getting started! As always, it’s an honor and privilege to serve! - Alisa
Interference in local governance by the State of Texas has peaked. Harris County's intent to use federal funds for poverty relief, not a law enforcement center like Tarrant, deserves applause, not prosecution. This encroachment by Ken Paxton must stop.
Much respect on this Labor Day to Organized Labor and all that it’s movement has afforded workers. It’s been an honor to stand with you, here in Arlington. And, sincere thanks to Essential Workers who risk it all so we have groceries, mail and medical care during the pandemic.
Precinct 2, thank you! I am incredibly grateful for every vote and honored to have earned enough to represent you as Tarrant County Commissioner.
Now the work begins. Here's to opening the county doors of government for ALL!
I’m honored and excited to have received an endorsement from
@BetoORourke
. Thankful that Texas has a gubernatorial candidate who cares about ALL Texans. Together, we will put forth popular, bipartisan solutions to the issues Texans face.
#votealisasimmons
My name is Alisa Simmons, and I am proud to announce that I have filed to serve as Tarrant County Commissioner for Southeast Tarrant District 2 covering Arlington, Mansfield, Kennedale, Grand Prairie, Pantego, and Dalworthington Gardens.
I’m thankful to have Tiffany, my niece/daughter, safely home from LSU Shrevport where she is working on her Masters in Public Health. My thoughts are with all families impacted by Hurricane Laura as well as essential workers & volunteers assisting them.
What better way to kick off your morning than alongside friends and Dr. Opal Lee at the Opal Lee Walk for Freedom Breakfast!
#AlisaForTarrant
#Juneteenth2022
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a warrior through & through. The best way to honor her is to pick up the fight where she left off.
#Shero
#Unafraid
#GetPeopleToThePolls
For 2 years,
#TarrantCounty
Jail has had a serious staffing emergency, leading to inmate safety and officer burnout issues. I agree with
@JasmineforUS
, our sheriff should be here with THAT emergency, not DC grandstanding about the border.
@PatrickMosesTX
I’m grateful for the endorsement of my friend, Joe Drago! I’ve been working on behalf of our neighbors for years and now I’m ready to take my fight to ON our commissioners court to move our county forward! Thanks again for supporting, Joe!
#AlisaForTarrant
Early voting starts on Monday and Yard Signs are here! If you’d like a sign, send us a message with your address. Remember, a vote for Alisa is a vote for investing in community focused solutions that’ll support all our communities!
#AlisaForTarrant
I'm Alisa Simmons, a proud mother, entrepreneur, community activist, and lifelong Democrat!
I've been serving our community for over 20 years and I know how to deliver real results! That's why I'm running for Tarrant County Commissioner!
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One thing about me is that you can always depend on me to have your back when things get tough! I’m the only candidate in this race with public administration experience and will use that same experience to hit the ground running on day one as your next Commissioner!
I’m honored to have the endorsement of State Representative
@ChrisGTurner
. Rep. Turner has been a friend and great partner in providing resources to our neighbors across Southeast Tarrant County! I look forward to advocating alongside him to help make our neighborhoods stronger!
Join us for the official swearing-in ceremony of Tarrant County Commissioner-Elect Alisa Simmons. The program will begin at noon followed by a reception!
RSVP:
Please join us in wishing Commissioner Simmons a Happy Birthday! Thank you for your leadership, service, and unwavering commitment to ensuring that ALL neighbors across Tarrant County have a voice in County government!
- Team Simmons
The voters have spoken and I’m so honored to be your Democratic Nominee for Tarrant County Commissioner Precinct 2!
Consider pitching in to fuel our momentum -
Read my full statement below.
#AlisaForTarrant
Crystal Mason has been through enough, for doing nothing more than not understanding a convoluted policy regarding her basic right to vote.
DA Sorrells should focus on alleviating our jail crowding crisis, rather than becoming the second Tarrant DA humbled by an appeals court.
The District Attorney’s efforts to retry the Crystal Mason case is an attempt to keep Tarrant County in the national news on the disproven issue of widespread voter fraud.
Read my statement below:
I was so excited to see that Tarrant County reevaluated its decision to remove voting sites from college campuses. It is vital to our democracy that we protect the right to vote for young Americans.
Teachers are the backbone of our schools.
Last year's
#txlege
voucher debate hindered progress on addressing their pay, and now we need to catch up to other states. Let's support school board candidates committed to easing this crucial role.
#txed
Tarrant County: Early Voting starts tomorrow, October 13th.
Folks, I suggest you go to the Tarrant County Voter Look-up to take a look at your ballot now. Help neighbors and relatives pull up their ballot and familiarize themselves with it.
Happy Birthday to my friend, Commissioner Roy C. Brooks. I appreciate your friendship and continued support! Looking forward to serving alongside you on Commissioner’s Court once I’m elected in November!
#AlisaForTarrant
Only 3 more days left to cast your vote early! Please don’t wait until Election Day; bundle up, head to your nearest polling location, and vote for Alisa Simmons!
Remember, a vote for Alisa is a vote for increased impact across our County!
Polls close at 7pm!
#AlisaForTarrant
Had a great time attending the 41st Annual Fort Worth Metropolitan Black Chamber of Commerce Luncheon yesterday! Special thanks to Monica Bailey Jackson for the invitation to join her at her table!
#AlisaForTarrant
Demetria Bivens is on
#TeamAlisa
! She's been my partner in expanding diversity and inclusion across Arlington while protecting our small businesses. I'm looking forward to working alongside her and other business leaders in ensuring we grow our local economy.
#AlisaForTarrant
I’m honored to have the support and endorsement of my friend and Fort Worth Mayor Pro Tem, Gyna Bivens! I’m looking forward to working alongside her and other elected officials across our Southeast Tarrant County in an effort to deliver real results for our neighbors!
THANK YOU to Attorney General candidate
@rochellemgarza
for visiting UTA to support down-ballot voting. County Commissioner is next to last on the ballot, so it is crucial that everyone vote all the way down this Tuesday!
#alisafortarrant
Early Voting was great however, it all boils down to Tuesday. With your vote, we can elect a leader who's been trusted, tested, and invested in addressing the issues that matter most to our community like affordable housing, economic parity, COVID-19 relief and much more.
Don’t let the rain stop you from making your voice heard in Tarrant County! ☔️ Early voting locations are open today until 7 p.m. (Saturday) and tomorrow (Sunday) 10-4. Vote Alisa Simmons for Tarrant County Commissioner, Precinct 2! 💙✔️
#alisafortarrant
#EarlyVoting
Happy Labor Day! As we celebrate the hard-working men and women who get up each day to make our communities across Tarrant County strong and vibrant, I am reminded of this quote by former President Jimmy Carter when he was discussing the importance of labor unions in our nation.
The campaign train doesn’t stop! It was great to join the Viridian Democrats during their virtual meeting! Early voting is near and I’m counting on your support as I strive to bring new leadership to our commissioners court that’ll move our county forward!
#AlisaForTarrant
In just 24 hours of being booked, Robert Miller was dead.
As your county commissioner, I vow to hold the Sheriff accountable for properly investigating jail deaths and ensure that this doesn't continue to happen in the Tarrant County jail system.
The weather couldn’t have been more perfect for a full day of canvassing. I enjoyed my conversations with lots of Grand Prairie residents today, in and around the Dalworth community. I even spoke with a beautiful, large parrot 🦜 who was very talkative.
It was great to end my evening with the 820 CDA Democrats to share more about my vision for Southeast Tarrant County! A vote for Alisa is a vote for servant leadership and our neighborhood values! Get involved with our campaign today -
#AlisaForTarrant
Kicked off my weekend of Juneteenth activities with a special screening of the movie “Echoes from the Hill”, a film that explores the life of Black residents in Arlington’s small community “The Hill”!
#AlisaForTarrant
For more info -
I'm honored to have the support of
@HTaylorSchlitz
a remarkable young leader across Tarrant County. As your next Commissioner, you can count on me to always uplift the perspectives of our neighbors including our next generation of leaders!
#AlisaForTarrant
#VoteAlisaSimmons
Early voting is right around the corner for this crucial primary election! If you haven't registered to vote or need to change your registration, make sure you do so by Monday, January 31st.
#AlisaForTarrant
#RegisterToVote
For more information, visit -
For decades I’ve been at the forefront of delivering real results! Whether it was through my work with the NAACP, the City of Arlington or our County’s 911 District, I’ve never backed down from standing up for our neighbors!
#AlisaForTarrant
"Every advance in this half-century -- Social Security, Civil Rights, Medicare, aid to Education, one after another -- came with the support and leadership of American Labor. You have represented all the people, not just your members. You have been the voice of forgotten people
🚫 Should someone convicted of economic crimes be managing the county budget, setting the tax rate, and awarding county contracts? 🚫
Please make your voice heard this week at the polls and keep criminals out of the commissioner's court.
Donate today:
I’m grateful to have earned the endorsement of State Representative
@JasmineForUS
! Rep. Crockett knows what it means to fight and leave no neighbor behind! I’m ready to take that same fight with me as I lead with service at the forefront!
#AlisaforTarrant
I’m honored to have the endorsement of U.S. Congressman
@MarcVeasey
! Congressman Veasey knows my work and proven track record of getting things done! I’m looking forward to working alongside him as the next County Commissioner for Precinct 2!
#AlisaForTarrant
Today got me thinking. Trump remained out of jail during his trial. Those who can post bail stay free, even for felonies. Yet, some are in TC Jail on misdemeanors because they can't afford bail.
Trump is right. The system is rigged, just against the poor.
We’re back! Join us for our General Membership meeting with special guest,
@alisafortarrant
! This will be an intimate conversation as we discuss all things happening with our County government!
You’ll also have an opportunity to meet a few of our new board members.
Early Voting will now start OCT. 13 instead of Oct. 19.
@GovAbbott
announced he is extending the early voting period for the November election. Let’s make these extra days count and get people to the polls during Early.
Thank you, Representative
@chrisgturner
for your invaluable, ongoing support throughout this election. It was great catching up with him and these incredible women:
@TiffanyForDA
,
@DeborahWPeoples
, and Ruby Woolridge.
Tarrant County, let's get us in office! Go out and VOTE!
Starting the morning off right with friendly supporters!
Polls are open until 5pm! I would be honored to have your vote as I run to be your next County Commissioner!
#AlisaForTarrant
#VoteAlisaSimmons
Today is the last day to register to vote for the upcoming March 1st primary election. If you haven't already done so, please get registered! Here's the link for more information -
Remember, your vote is your voice!
#AlisaForTarrant
#VoteAlisaSimmons
everywhere."
I’ve always remained committed to standing with Labor and as your next County Commissioner, my commitment will never change.
#AlisaForTarrant
I’m grateful to have earned the endorsement of State Representative
@JasmineForUS
! Together, we’ve fought on important issues across Precinct 2 including environmental justice. Rep. Crockett knows my record for getting things done and I’m proud to have her on my team.
I’m proud to have the endorsement of my long-time friend, Commissioner Roy C. Brooks. Commissioner Brooks has been a strong voice on our commissioners’ court and I’m looking forward to working alongside him as we deliver results for our neighbors across Tarrant County!
Texas & all states should offer no-excuse mail-in absentee voting to every eligible voter. PERIOD
Texas has a well documented history of voter suppression efforts.
@KenPaxtonTX
, supported by Gov Abbott & friends will appeal Judge Sulak’s ruling & drag this out.
@alisafortexas
@BetoORourke
@GregAbbott_TX
Well, don't get carried away - it took a global pandemic to do it in New York - we have never had mail in voting and just last year started early voting. But yes, at this point, if NY can do it Texas can too.
I'm honored to have the endorsement of Gary and Casey Strange! We worked closely together on ensuring all of our neighbors have a seat at the table! They know that they can count on me to deliver results and that's exactly what I'll do as your next commissioner.
#AlisaForTarrant
Our team is receiving some great support during Day 2 of early voting! Polls are open until 5pm today - please come out and consider voting for me as your next County Commissioner!
#AlisaForTarrant
#VoteAlisaSimmons
Want TRUTH? How about FACTS? Here is
DOCUMENTATION that my opponent pled guilty & was indicted on a felony charge of Food Stamp Fraud. Do you want a county commissioner indicted on economic crimes managing the county budget, setting the tax rate, and approving county contracts?
Tarrant Trumpers "Taxin'"
@TimothyOHare
& Food Stamp Fraud Andy Nguyen are panicking? They launched a bogus attack on pro-business Dems
@DeborahWPeoples
&
@alisafortarrant
& got called out for "unauthenticated allegations".
Facts on "Taxin' Tim O'Hare:
Tomorrow starts early voting! As your next Commissioner, I'll remain committed to fast tracking investments in infrastructure, public health and small business. A vote for me, is a vote for someone who will never loose sight of our neighborhood values!
#AlisaForTarrant
A new Texas rule, recommended by Gov. Greg Abbott’s office, will no longer prohibit social workers from turning away clients on the basis of disability, sexual orientation or gender identity.
My son came all the way from Austin to cast his vote for his mom!
Remember, you have until 7pm to vote. Please find a polling location nearest you and cast your vote!
Thanks, Son!
#AlisaForTarrant
#VoteAlisaSimmons
#YourProvenLeader
I am Alisa Simmons - a proud mother, entrepreneur, community activist, lifelong Democrat, and YOUR Democratic Nominee for Tarrant County Commissioner Precinct 2! Early voting begins Monday, I hope to have your support.
Support our campaign:
I can only imagine what’s going to be next – Proper Access to Healthcare, Voting Rights, Public Education….
Elections have consequences and we must recognize our power to effectuate change at all levels of our government.
Tuesday is election day. Let me take this opportunity to remind you that a vote for me is a vote for opening the doors of government to ALL citizens!
Vote ALISA SIMMONS for TARRANT COUNTY COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT 2!
#alisafortarrant
#midtermelections
#elections2022
Today we caught up with Renita, a Sole Strategies Field Operative to talk about the work we are doing on the ground in Tarrant County.
“I’m a teacher, but I haven’t started my new position so that I can be apart of history. We NEED to change this state.”
@OrganizeTexas
I'm honored to have the endorsement of Carisma Ramsey Fields. Carisma and I have served the community side-by-side for more than 10 years as friends and sorority sisters. Service is what we do.
#AlisaForTarrant
#VoteAlisaSimmons
I was happy to host a town hall on the property tax appeal process. To increase transparency, l invited ALL TAD candidates to come introduce themselves with a one minute speech.
Most showed up.
However, none of the Tarrant Taxpayers Advocate’s candidates did so.
Thank you to everyone who joined our Precinct 2 Town Hall on property appraisals! It was great to see such engagement and learn valuable tips on how to protest your property appraisal. A special thank you to the TAD candidates for coming and to
@chandlercrouch
for your expertise!
I’m honored to have the endorsement of my friend and State Representative,
@ronereynolds
! Rep. Reynolds knows the results I’ve achieved in the fight for economic parity in Arlington. He knows my track record for keeping it real and always delivering on my promises!
While the Commissioner’s Court isn’t the Supreme Court, you can count on me to be a Commissioner who’ll never tire! As YOUR elected representative, I’ll jump in the fire and make sure to lobby our elected officials on ALL levels in an effort to stand up for our rights!
As your next Commissioner, I'm prepared to go to work on day one and deliver true results for our neighbors across Southeast Tarrant County. Early voting is near and I need your help! Will you chip in $10 to fuel our campaign efforts?
#AlisaForTarrant
1 week away from early voting!!!
I've been on the ground for decades listening and understanding the needs of our neighbors! Now, I'm running to be your next Commisioner to ensure no neighbor is left behind! For voting information, visit .
#AlisaForTarrant