I was extremely surprised but happy to read today that the Houston Chronicle has endorsed Rick Noriega for the U.S. Senate seat. Never has a Hispanic held a Senate seat from Texas and Noriega is poised to be the first if he can defeat incumbent Republican John Cornyn.
The Houston Chronicle claims:
"It will be especially important for Texans to have a strong, respected voice inside the expected Democratic majority in the Senate. Rick Noriega offers such a voice, with a distinctive Lone Star tone and perspective.
He is committed to bringing the message that the nation will need new domestic oil and gas supplies as it builds a bridge to greater energy independence and increased reliance on alternative energy sources. Read More »