Presidential campaigns are sexy. Candidates for governor have no problem garnering attention. City Council races determine who fixes your potholes (plus other local issues), so you pay attention. Continue Reading »

The Communication Workers of America (CWA) Local 6222 has formally recommended Natalia Cokinos Oakes as their choice in the race for 1st Court of Appeals. Continue Reading »

The Houston Area Stonewall Democrats and Democracy for Houston – two influential organizations in local Democratic politics – both formally endorsed Natalia Cokinos Oakes as their choice in the race for 1st Court of Appeals. Continue Reading »

Natalia Cokinos Oakes kicked off her campaign for the First Court of Appeals, Place 7. Natalia will use her experience as a Juvenile lawyer, former teacher, and community leader. Continue Reading »

Harris County’s three juvenile courts are beyond merely important. They’re where the courses of thousands of young lives are set each year. Continue Reading »

I’m proud to announce that the Association of Women Attorneys and the Mexican American Bar Association have endorsed our campaign! I am humbled by their support as I feel there is no greater honor than to be recognized by one’s peers. Continue Reading »

View photos from Natalie’s Holiday Toast Celebration – toasting her candidacy for the 313th Juvenile Court Bench! Continue Reading »

If the support the campaign received in 2009 is any indication of what’s ahead in 2010 – I couldn’t be more encouraged about our chances on Election Day! Continue Reading »

I am pleased to announce that I am officially a candidate for Juvenile Judge in the March 2010 Democratic Primary. Continue Reading »