In the Rio Grande Valley, political machines run the show. It’s a fact of life. You can believe it or not believe it; you can say it is a racist statement to make (as did folks when I mentioned this in context with Mikal Watts’ race for U.S. Senate). They are no good for Texas politics. Rep. Pena has always–without question–stood up to the political machines in the Valley. He’s not a machine candidate. And, to do that in the Rio Grande Valley takes a lot of guts.
Vince over at Capital Annex says that Eddie Saenz comes from a political machine. What about the Palacios machine? These people are still trying to put there people in office. And for what? You guessed it! More contracts. More jobs for their family. And yes, you have the P family helping Aaron Pena. Why did you forget to mention that machine?
The P family has put/or had in office:
Richard Garcia
Alma Garza (she was appointed by Richard Garcia)
Gene Espinoza
Eddie Johnson
Aaron Pena
Charlie Espinoza
Carmen Gonzalez
Omar Palacios
David Torres
Melba Gonzalez
Mary Alice Palacios
Terry Palacios
Let's not forget Joseph Palacios which was assistant city manager at the time. When Richard was mayor.
Let's not also forget Daniel Rios. Who was the city attorney. Which was Ricky Palacios law partner. Which was paid $40,000 a month. And with no experience mind you.
Remember Vince, there are two sides to every story. Your just like Aaron Pena. Only telling half the story. Now, that people are aware of what is going on. I think we will get that change. And let me tell you Vince. People are screaming for change.
And Change is coming! Aaron Pena is a dead beat for a father. And a dead beat for a st. rep! Put that in your next post
