Combs Stops in Longview

LONGVIEW — State Comptroller Susan Combs spoke at the Citizens National Bank in Longview Wednesday, covering a range of topics and taking questions from residents. According to KETK, topics included Medicaid funding, the effect of endangered species on potential oil production, and funding for women’s health. One subject brought up by the audience was how taxpayer money is being used. Combs remarked that the people on hand really care about their community. She added, “And the point is that your community won’t thrive and expand if you’re not being careful and prudent with your government spending.” She said it was “great to hear from” those on hand.

Combs also announced her strong support of Republican State Representative David Simpson of Longview in his bid for re-election. “Representative David Simpson earned my high regard because of his dedication to fiscal responsibility and transparency, cutting waste, and finding real fiscal solutions for the state of Texas,” said Combs. Simpson faces Tommy Merritt in the Republican primary; Merritt was unseated by Simpson in the 2010 election. Combs made an appearance at the Tyler Area Chamber of Commerce this morning.