August 7, 2019

As Chair of The Texas Legislative Black Caucus (TXLBC) 86th Legislative Session, we are pleased to announce —The Great Debate Forums; aimed to Update, Educate, and Motivate The People to Vote! The forum will be held September 12-13, 2019 at The Ensemble Theatre in Houston, Texas. I am honored that my colleagues Representatives Ron Reynolds and Senfronia Thompson have agreed to serve as Co-Chairs of this effort. The event will enable more than 1,750 participants to attend complimentary.

TXLBC is a non-partisan organization comprised of 17 members of the Texas House of Representatives and two Senators of the Texas Senate. We are committed to addressing the issues African Americans face across the state of Texas. Our goal at the TXLBC is to implement policies that will provide our communities with resources for economic growth and to act as the liaison between public servants and our constituents, focusing on Public Education, Healthcare, Criminal Justice Reform, and Economic Empowerment. It is important that we not only continue to educate but motivate Texans to become more engaged at the local, state, and federal level. Now that the 86th Legislative Session has ended, we must continue to engage and empower those that push this work forward throughout the state.

The sessions, will cover Houston’s Democratic Presidential Debate, and focus on community partnership and civic engagement. Participants will hear from members of the Texas Legislature and Democratic Presidential candidates regarding vital issues like healthcare, education, criminal justice reform, and border humanity. We will be doing on-site focus group polling amongst our various stakeholder groups. Should you have questions, contact Courtney Jones via email a, or by phone at 904-608-9548.

We are grateful for your support and thank you in advance for your highest consideration. 

Best personal regards,

Harold V. Dutton, Jr.
TXLBC 86th Legislative Session Chair

CC: Rep. Ron Reynolds, 
EventCo-Chair
      Rep.Senfronia ThompsonEventCo-Chair

EVENT I: WE THE PEOPLE - GREAT DEBATE WATCH PARTY

The Ensemble Theatre Performance Centre
Thursday, September 12, 2019
  • 5:00 P.M. Legislative Wrap and Preasidential Candidate Roubnd Up
  • 7:00 P.M. Great Debate Watch Party

EVENT II: BLACK WOMEN’S AGENDA BREAKFAST - PRESSER EVENT

The Ensemble Theatre Lee P. Brown Lobby
Friday, September 13, 2019
  • 7:30 A.M. – 9:00 A.M.

EVENT III: AARP SENIORS' LUNCHEON

The Ensemble Theatre Performance Centre
Thursday, September 12, 2019
  • 11:00 A.M. -1:00 P.M

EVENT IV: GREAT DEBATERS UNITE - PRESSER EVENT

The Ensemble Theatre Performance Centre
Friday, September 13, 2019
  • 9:30 A.M. – 10:30 A.M.

EVENT V: TEXAS SILVER HAIRED LEGISLATURE - PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES ROUND UP & LUNCHEON

The Ensemble Theatre Performance Centre
Friday, September 13, 2019
  • 11:00 A.M. -1:00 P.M

EVENT VI: STATE OF BLACK WOMEN - THE POWER IN US DEBATE WATCH PARTY

The Ensemble Theatre Performance Centre
Friday, Sept 13, 2019
  • 5:00 P.M. Legislative Wrap and Presidential Candidates Round Up
  • 7:00 P.M. Great Debate Watch Party