Hopkins County Man to Lead Texas Democrats
Posted/updated on: June 17, 2011 at 2:30 am
AUSTIN – A Northeast Texas man is being named Executive Director of the Texas Democratic Party. Texas Democratic Party Chairman Boyd Richie announced that he will appoint Bill Brannon of Sulphur Springs to the post, effective July 1st. He will be succeeding Ruben Hernandez.
Richie said, “I’ve thought long and hard on this decision, and I’m very confident that Bill will do a tremendous job at the helm of the TDP. Bill has spent a lifetime working to foster inclusion, coordination and cooperation in Texas Democratic politics and he works well with grassroots organizers, officeholders and major donors, all of whom are important to Democratic success. Bill’s leadership will allow the TDP to continue and strengthen its fundraising, political, organizational and communications tasks.”
According to the group’s news release, Brannon has been professionally involved in politics for over 30 years. He has been part of over 150 campaigns at all levels and in virtually all positions. As an administrator, Bill has directed numerous campaign staffs and has over ten years experience as the District Director for two congressional offices. Bill has participated in the Texas Democratic Party at all levels – as an activist, Precinct Chair, County Chair and SDEC member.
