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A new chapter for Cobb Park…

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Saturday, April 21 marked a wonderful day for our community when the 232 acre Cobb Park re-opened in the community after $4.5 million in renovations.  Kathleen is a huge supporter of the environment, and worked tirelessly to secure funding for the project.   Kathleen said ”The new and improved Cobb Park means so much to me personally.   I’m so excited  by the fact that generations of familes will hopefully now be able to enjoy this hidden jewel in the heart of Congressional District 33!”

United Farm Workers Endorse Kathleen Hicks!

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One of the most moving moments of my life was when I met Cesar Chavez as a student at Mount Holyoke College.   As a member of the student government, I was so very honored to welcome him when he spoke to the student body about his life’s work.  I was terribly nervous; however I never met a more humble or understated man.  Dressed in worn clothes and clearly weary from the fight, he inspired us all, with his eloquent words about worker’s rights. 

I am often reminded of the fact that I grew up in a household where my mother boycotted buying any grapes because she supported the fight and the work of Cesar Chavez.  This awesome man spoke for countless workers who were often unable to speak for themselves. 

Words cannot express how much it means to me both personally and politically to receive the endorsement of the United Farm Workers, ufw.org.  Though we lost Cesar Chavez almost 20 years ago, his legacy still lives on under the leadership of Arturo S. Rodriguez.  Indeed, the mission of the United Farm Workers to counter-act low-wages, back breaking conditions, and organize unions is exactly what I support.  Now more than ever, the United Farm Workers continue to wage a valiant struggle for worker’s rights. Si Se Puede!   

 

“Luck of the Irish” Volunteer Kickoff Meeting

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As you may know, Kathleen’s campaign for US Congressional District 33 is in full swing, and we need your help .

We are in need of volunteers in the following areas:

  • data entry
  • phone banking
  • mailings
  • community canvassing
  • social media monitoring
  • delivery of requested yard signs
  • installing large signs
  • and many more opportunities

We will have a volunteer meeting on the following date:

Kathleen Hicks for Congress
1301 Evans Ave.
Fort Worth, TX
(Between Allen & Rosedale on Evans)

Time: 12:00p-1:00p
Date: March 17, 2012

If you are not able to attend, please go to campaign website www.kathleenhicks.com and sign-up to be contacted about our future events or other opportunities to assist.

Please feel free to RSVP or contact me, Courtney Ransom, at:
Phone: 817-877-5432 (o) or 713-213-9708 (m)
email: rsvp@kathleenhicks.com

Kathleen is ready to continue working for you, but now we need your help to make this happen!

Kathleen HICKS for Congress~~WORKING for YOU

PRESS RELEASE: COUNCILWOMAN FINALIZES CANDIDACY FOR NEW CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT; PLEDGES TO CONTINUE WORKING FOR ALL

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March 9, 2011

For immediate release, Contact: Courtney Ransom 713 213 9708

COUNCILWOMAN FINALIZES CANDIDACY FOR NEW CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT; PLEDGES TO CONTINUE WORKING FOR ALL

Kathleen Hicks, the youngest woman ever elected to the Fort Worth City Council and who has been recognized for her hard work and advocacy on behalf of the greater community, today finalized her candidacy for the Democratic nomination for U.S. Congressional District 33. In this year in which women have faced unprecedented attacks by Republicans, she is the only woman in the race for this new seat that includes East Tarrant and West Dallas counties.

“This district is unique. Voters want a strong voice in Washington, regardless of race or nationality or gender,” said Hicks. “People want to be respected. They want to know their representative in Congress is working hard. I put all of my energy and know-how into solving problems and improving ways in which government serves the people.”

“I am proud of the diversity of my campaign, with my family supporting me every step of the way. My treasurer is Dr. Camille Rodriguez, a former Fort Worth ISD trustee, who believes as I do that our children must have more and better educational opportunities in order to prepare for adulthood,” she continued.

Hicks’ mother, Maryellen Hicks of Fort Worth, was the first black municipal court judge in Fort Worth and the first black woman elected to a district judgeship in Tarrant County. Her aunt, Deborah Peoples of Dallas, is leaving a 30-year career as a high-ranking business executive to manage the campaign.

In six years on the Fort Worth City Council, Hicks has accomplished what many have said could never be done. She has led the largest redevelopment ever in Southeast Fort Worth, bringing jobs, retail shopping and new housing opportunities to where plight has discouraged the community for generations.

“The infrastructure was ignored. I have brought new street lights; new neighborhood and arterial roads; and curbs and sidewalks, to my district,” Hicks said. “I have also successfully worked to bring federal dollars to North Texas for health care, early childhood education, transportation, jobs, affordable housing and more.”

“Indeed, there is no area that I have not worked tirelessly to improve,” Hicks continued. “I want to bring that expertise to Congress; working to make positive changes to our community, by creating jobs and a positive future for our children.”