Julián for the Future
For IMMEDIATE Release: Tuesday, November 5, 2019 
Contact: Sawyer Hackett, National Press Secretary 

Julián Castro Unveils New Ad In Iowa Making Case for Building Coalition to Defeat Trump

SAN ANTONIO, TX (November 5, 2019) – On Tuesday, November 5, the presidential campaign of former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development and San Antonio Mayor Julián Castro unveiled a new advertisement highlighting Secretary Castro’s critical leadership on policy and juxtaposing his positive vision with Donald Trump’s cruelty, corruption, and failures.

“As the ground continues to shift in the 2020 race and more voters than ever remain undecided, Secretary Castro is picking up momentum, securing support in critical states like Iowa, Nevada, and Texas, and demonstrating why he’s the best candidate to supercharge the coalitions needed to beat Donald Trump,” said campaign manager Maya Rupert. “This campaign has marched to the beat of its own drummer--pushing issues others are afraid of, and speaking up for the most vulnerable Americans. Secretary Castro will continue to do that with the support of these new endorsements and investments in key states.”

The campaign’s new Iowa advertisement, which will run across the state with a $50,000 buy, also shares visually Secretary Castro’s biography and upbringing.

On Tuesday, the campaign also announced nine new Texas endorsements from high-profile elected Democrats who were previously committed to former Texas Congressman Beto O’Rourke. The endorsements include Democratic legislative leaders, Senate Minority Leader José Rodriguez and House Speaker Pro Tempore Joe Moody.

Texas leaders endorsing Secretary Castro on Tuesday include:
Sen. Jose Rodriguez, Senate Minority Leader (D-29)
Rep. Joe Moody, House Speaker Pro Tempore (D-78)
César Blanco, State Representative (D-76)
Gene Wu, State Representative (D-137)
Abel Herrero, State Representative (D-34)
Art Fierro, State Representative (D-79)
Oscar Longoria, State Representative, (D-35)
Jessica Farrar, former State Representative (D-148) 
Ana-Maria Ramos, State Representative (D-102)

 
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Julián for the Future
For Immediate Release: Thursday, March 14, 2019
Contact: Sawyer Hackett
 
Julián Castro Locks Down Texas Democrats’ Support

Thirty elected and appointed Democrats endorse Castro for President

SAN ANTONIO, TX (March 14, 2019) — On Thursday, the presidential campaign of former U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary under President Obama and San Antonio Mayor, Julián Castro, announced a new slate of endorsements from 30 elected and appointed Democrats across Texas. The new list of endorsements from state senators, representatives, judges and local officials builds on support he has already received from Congressman Vicente González (TX-15), a two-term member from the Rio Grande Valley in South Texas, Congressman Colin Allred (TX-32), the 116th Congress Freshman Class Co-President, and Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20), his twin brother and Campaign Chairman.
 
“I’m humbled by the support of so many of my fellow Texas Democrats,” said Secretary Julián Castro. “We’ve long been working together to turn Texas blue and I am confident that if I am the Democratic nominee for President, I will carry Texas’ 38 electoral votes to a win on election day 2020.”
 
The 30 endorsements include 17 Texas state representatives, two state senators, a Hidalgo County district attorney, three Bexar County officials, six San Antonio City Council members, and former San Antonio Mayor and Secretary of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, Henry Cisneros. 
 
"This is a critical moment in our nation's political history,” said former San Antonio Mayor and HUD Secretary Henry Cisneros. “These times demand a candidate with the vision of an executive, the heart of a powerful personal story and a successful track record of not just talking about bold policy, but delivering results. As Mayor of the nation's seventh-largest city and a Cabinet Secretary of a complex agency that touches Americans at every level along the economic spectrum, Julián Castro has proven himself at every step of the way, which is why he's my choice to be the next President of the United States."
 
"In addition to the numerous successful policies implemented under his tenure as Mayor and Secretary, Julián has demonstrated a mastery of the intricacies of local, state, and federal governments," said Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff. "His vast political experience underscores his ability to work across the political spectrum and around bureaucratic silos to get things done for his constituents — and I believe that's the kind of experience required of the next President of the United States."
 
“We need a leader who is experienced, balanced and passionate — that leader is Secretary Julián Castro,” said Texas State Rep. Mary González (D-75). “Secretary Castro’s excellent record as an executive, both as Mayor of San Antonio, a large Texas city, and as Secretary of a major federal agency, is proof of his policy acumen, leadership abilities and desire to improve the lives of Americans. I proudly endorse Secretary Castro, because our democracy depends on a strong, principled voice in the oval office.”
 
“Through my years in public service, I know Julián’s commitment to improving the lives of Latinos and all Texans,” said Texas State Rep. Rafael Anchia (D-103). “I’m honored to offer my endorsement of his candidacy and look forward to working towards a more hopeful and prosperous Texas under his leadership as president.”
 
“Secretary Julián Castro has proven his innovative approach to solving problems and recognizing that the future can indeed be a brighter one for all Americans,” said Texas State Rep. Richard Peña Raymond (D-42). “Creating opportunities for children as Mayor of San Antonio by establishing a Pre-K program, and significantly reducing veteran homelessness while HUD Secretary are just two examples. I support Secretary Castro because I truly believe that as president he will lead all Americans to a better future.”
 
“As a middle school teacher on the westside of San Antonio, I personally witnessed Mayor Castro’s tremendous leadership and commitment to educational opportunity,” said Texas State Rep. James Talarico (D-52). “Mayor Castro risked his political career on a proposal to raise local taxes to provide Pre-K for kids growing up on the westside, just like he did. I can’t think of a better leader for America’s teachers, parents and students than Julián Castro.”

"Sec. Castro will be the education president that we need. His Pre-K 4 SA initiative was just the beginning,” said Texas State Rep. John Bucy III (D-136).  “He will be the president who gets Pre-K for the USA. Sec. Castro is a proven grassroots organizer helping to build civic engagement from the ground up. I’ve witnessed his effectiveness firsthand as he has worked tirelessly to build community engagement across Texas' suburbs. I am proud to support Secretary Julián Castro for president.”


Full list of endorsements:
 
Juan Jesus Hinojosa           State Senator (D-20)
Eddie Lucio, Jr.   State Senator (D-27)
 
Abel Herrero State Representative (D-34)
Armando Martinez State Representative (D-39)
Armando Walle State Representative (D-140)
Diego Bernal State Representative (D-123)
Eddie Lucio III State Representative (D-38)
Hubert Vo State Representative (D-149)
James Talarico State Representative (D-52)
John Bucy III State Representative (D-136)
Mary Gonzalez State Representative (D-75)
Philip Cortez State Representative (D-117)
Poncho Nevárez State Representative (D-74)
Rafael Anchia State Representative (D-103)
Richard Peña Raymond      State Representative (D-42)
Ryan Guillen State Representative (D-31)
Sergio Muñoz Jr. State Representative (D-36)
Terry Canales State Representative (D-40)
Terry Meza State Representative (D-105)
  
Justin Rodriguez                 Bexar County Commissioner - Precinct 2
Tommy Calvert Bexar County Commissioner - Precinct 4
Nelson Wolff Bexar County Judge
Ricardo Rodriguez District Attorney, Hidalgo County
 
Ana Sandoval San Antonio City Council (D-7)
Manny Peláez San Antonio City Council (D-8)
Rebecca Viagran San Antonio City Council (D-3)
Rey Saldaña San Antonio City Council (D-4)
Roberto C. Treviño              San Antonio City Council (D-1)
Shirley Gonzalez San Antonio City Council (D-5)
 
 
Henry Cisneros                                                Former San Antonio Mayor (81-89), 10th Secretary of Housing & Urban Development (93-97)
 
 
About Secretary Julián Castro
Julián Castro served as U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development under President Barack Obama from 2014-2017. Before that, he was Mayor of his native San Antonio, Texas — the youngest mayor of a Top 50 American city at the time. In 2012, he gave a rousing keynote speech at the Democratic National Convention, during which he described the American Dream as a relay to be passed from generation to generation. Most recently, Castro founded Opportunity First, an organization to invest in the next generation of progressive leaders. In October 2018, Little, Brown published Castro’s memoir, An Unlikely Journey: Waking Up from My American Dream. Follow Julián Castro on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. JulianfortheFuture.com and Julianparaelfuturo.com
 
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Julián for the Future
For Immediate Release: Monday, March 11, 2019
Contact: Sawyer Hackett

Julián Castro Announces New Congressional Endorsement

SAN ANTONIO, TX (March 11, 2019) – On Monday, the presidential campaign of former U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary under President Obama and San Antonio Mayor, Julián Castro, announced a new congressional endorsement for his candidacy for President of the United States. This endorsement builds on the congressional support he has received from Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20), his twin brother and Campaign Chairman, and Congressman Colin Allred (TX-32), the 116th Congress Freshman Class Co-President.
 
Rep. Vicente González (D-TX), a two-term Congressman representing the 15th District of Texas, announced his endorsement via the Dallas Morning News. Rep. González serves on the House Financial Services Committee, the Foreign Affairs Committee, and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus. Rep. González’s district encompasses the growing suburban counties of Brooks, Duval, Guadalupe, Jim Hogg, Karnes, and Live Oak as well as portions of Hidalgo, and Wilson counties.
 
“As I’ve repeatedly said on the trail, in this campaign I intend to compete everywhere, including winning Texas’ 38 electoral votes,” said Secretary Julián Castro. “I’m honored to have the support of Representative Vicente González, an outstanding member of Congress who represents a critical and dynamic district in Texas.”
 
Two-term congressman Rep. Vicente González had this to say on behalf of Secretary Castro:
 
“Throughout his career, Julián has been a champion for improving the lives of those he served—both in Texas and across the nation,” said Rep. Vicente González. “Having known Secretary Castro for years, I know firsthand his passion for expanding opportunity for the Latino community, people of color, and historically disenfranchised communities, as well as his unparalleled dedication to building a bench of dynamic Democratic candidates in Texas and nationally. I’m proud to endorse his candidacy for President of the United States.”
 
About Secretary Julián Castro
Julián Castro served as U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development under President Barack Obama from 2014-2017. Before that, he was Mayor of his native San Antonio, Texas — the youngest mayor of a Top 50 American city at the time. In 2012, he gave a rousing keynote speech at the Democratic National Convention, during which he described the American Dream as a relay to be passed from generation to generation. Most recently, Castro founded Opportunity First, an organization to invest in the next generation of progressive leaders. In October 2018, Little, Brown published Castro’s memoir, An Unlikely Journey: Waking Up from My American Dream. Follow Julián Castro on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. JulianfortheFuture.com and Julianparaelfuturo.com
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  Feb. 19, 2019

Bit of news: You can count 's as officially endorsing 's bid for president. Allred had sent an early fundraising email for Castro, and a Allred spokesperson told me the freshman congressman "has endorsed" Castro. Allred worked for Castro at HUD