Hank Has Some Questions For You

Fellow Texans,

Do you know who is ultimately responsible for keeping our food supply safe? If you answered “the federal government,” or “the state health department,” think again. A myriad of state and federal agencies are tasked with varied responsibilities in the area of food safety and none have complete authority.

Do you know how often the gas pumps you use every day are checked to see if they are accurate? If no one complains about them, only once every four years.

Do you know who is inspecting meat and other commodities coming into Texas from foreign countries to see if it is free from toxic pesticides or dangerous bacteria? Probably not who you think.

Do you know why there isn’t greater market share nationally for Texas agricultural products? Do you know what elected official’s job it is to build this market?

Chances are, I’ve just asked you several questions that have made you think about the safety and security of our food supply, whether or not you are getting what you pay for at the gas pumps, and whether or not Texas farmers are getting a fair shake in the global economy.

If you have doubts about these things, you aren’t alone. I do, too.

That’s why I’m running for Texas Agriculture Commissioner and why I am proud to announce the unveiling of Advancing Markets, Protecting Consumers: Rebuilding The Texas Department of Agriculture for the 21st Century.

This is my reform plan for the Texas Department of Agriculture.

I hope you will take a moment to read it and let me know what you think.

In Unity,

Hank Gilbert

Of course Hank is talking about his plan to reform the Texas Agriculture Department when he is elected this November. Hank is currently on a several-city tour around the state revealing his plan to reorganize and revitalize the Agriculture Department. But if you can't make it out to see one of his speeches in person, you can view his reform plan at Reform TDA.

The Agriculture Department has been something of a joke for the past few years under Republican leadership. It seriously needs needs some new blood with some new ideas, and Hank Gilbert is just the guy to get that done. Hank has been a farmer/rancher for his whole like. He knows what is needed to keep Texas agriculture thriving.

If you would like to see fair and accurate weights and measurements, more inspections insuring a safe food supply, and a fair deal for Texas farmers, ranchers and consumers, then you owe it to yourself to vote for Hank Gilbert in November. If you would like to learn more about Hank (or contribute to his campaign) you can go to this site.