I believe the law should never bend to politics, no matter which side is asking. 

That conviction has guided every step of my career, from the moment I challenged a judge from my own political party who was abusing his office, my time at the Harris County Attorney’s Office, working with officials from both parties, to my service as Judge of Harris County Civil Court at Law No. 2. Accountability in public service must come before party loyalty, and the law must come before political theater and rhetoric. During my near 35 years practicing law – including over a decade in service to Harris County – I have managed complex legal and operational issues that directly affected state and county government, voters and taxpayers.

Today, I bring that same discipline to my own law practice, handling complex legal matters that demand careful judgment and sound analysis. I also serve as a mediator and arbitrator, helping people resolve disputes fairly and efficiently. Every part of my career has prepared me for one purpose: to lead with independent legal judgment, based on decades of experience in law and business, not political convenience.

Harris County faces a moment where experience and sound legal leadership matter. The County Attorney’s Office represents the county in civil matters including litigation and contract negotiations, advises Commissioners Court, each county commissioner as well as all Harris County officials and departments, and oversees more than 300 attorneys and staff. It touches every part of county government: public safety, fiscal stewardship, and the legal integrity of our institutions.

Leading an office of that magnitude requires more than holding a law degree or occupying the position. It requires an attorney who understands how government works, how complex legal matters are handled, how large organizations are managed, and how difficult decisions must be made when the legal answer is not necessarily the politically convenient one.

My career has prepared me for those responsibilities from multiple perspectives. I have worked as an attorney, served on the bench, handled complicated matters involving government, built and managed my own law practice, and helped resolve disputes as a mediator and arbitrator. Those experiences have taught me that good legal leadership begins with preparation, judgment, and an unwavering willingness to follow the law wherever it leads.

That is particularly important because the County Attorney must represent all of Harris County. The office cannot become the legal arm of a political faction or an instrument for rewarding friends and punishing opponents. Citizens should be able to trust that when their government receives legal advice, that advice is based upon the law and the facts rather than political considerations.

That principle is also what first drew me into public life. When I saw a judge from my own political party abusing the authority of his office, I challenged him. It would have been easier politically to remain silent. I chose accountability instead because party loyalty can never be more important than the integrity of our institutions.

The contrast in this election is therefore about more than two candidates. It is about the kind of leadership Harris County expects from its chief legal office.

Abbie Kamin was installed in the County Attorney’s Office through appointment rather than election. Her record and experience deserve careful examination because the responsibilities of this office leave little room for on-the-job training. Kamin has not tried a case in court or developed the same depth of experience advising on significant civil legal matters. Yet she now heads an organization responsible for hundreds of attorneys and staff and some of the most consequential legal decisions confronting Harris County.

Kamin’s record in public office also raises legitimate questions about judgment and priorities. As a member of the Houston City Council, Kamin supported higher property taxes and participated in decisions that affected public-safety funding. As County Attorney, many questions have also been raised about her use of taxpayer-funded transportation and whether the resources entrusted to the office are being used with appropriate restraint.

These issues matter because fiscal stewardship is not separate from legal leadership. The County Attorney is entrusted with public resources and has a responsibility to demonstrate that those resources are being used efficiently and for the benefit of the citizens the office serves.

Public safety presents another important distinction. Decisions made by city and county officials can have significant consequences for police, first responders, and residents. Harris County deserves a County Attorney who understands that legal judgment must be accompanied by an appreciation for the practical consequences government decisions can have throughout the community.

The voters have considered this choice before.

In 2024, I ran for County Attorney and received 49.42 percent of the vote, finishing just 17,017 votes short. That result demonstrated something important: despite the challenges of running for an office that receives considerably less attention than races at the top of the ballot, nearly half of Harris County voters supported a different direction for this office.

This year, we have an opportunity to finish what we started.

Recent campaign polling reinforces that opportunity. In a survey of 619 likely general-election voters conducted from August 29 through September 1, the race remained competitive, with a substantial share of voters still undecided. Following basic information about both candidates, the survey showed me leading Kamin 43% to 37%, with 20% of voters undecided. One-fifth of the electorate has watched Kamin in office, and has not yet been persuaded to keep her in charge.

The same research also provides insight into what voters are looking for. Messages centered on independence, experience, and a commitment to serving the entire county resonated strongly with voters who do not identify rigidly with either political party.

That makes sense because the fundamental argument for this office should not depend upon partisan labels.

The question is whether Harris County wants a County Attorney who has the experience to lead the office effectively, the independence to make difficult decisions, and the judgment to put the responsibilities of the position ahead of political considerations.

The path forward is clear. We must communicate directly with voters who may know little about the County Attorney’s Office but care deeply about competent government, public safety, responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars, and equal application of the law. We must explain what this office does, why its leadership matters, and why experience is essential.

This is especially important in a down-ballot contest where many voters will arrive at the polls having heard far more about races at the top of the ticket. Our responsibility is to give those voters a reason to look further down their ballot and understand the choice before them.

We know which messages resonate. We know there are voters willing to listen. We know from the 2024 results that this race can be intensely competitive. What remains is execution: reaching those voters consistently and ensuring they understand the stakes before early voting and Election Day.

I am running to provide principled, professional, accountable leadership from day one. Winning in November will require focus, discipline, and the support of Harris County residents who believe our institutions should be guided by law, not politics.

Warmest personal regards,