Vic, Vic, Vic-tory!

Mr. Pete Olson Declared Victor! Pete takes a seat from an incumbent Democrat!

I am pleased to announce that the campaign of Pete Olson, assisted by a dedicated group of GenJ'ers, has been awarded a coveted seat in the US Congress! A marginal lead of only 5% that had earlier been projected as a landslide of over 17% (a clear demonstration that the polls are hardly accurate) made this group a valuable asset to the Pete Olson campaign.

Interesting to note, were our efforts on three other campaigns: Mike Jackson for TX State Senate, John Davis TX State Representative and Holly Williamson for Harris County District 8 Justice of the Peace. All of these campaigns were successful in securing their respective offices! Unfortunately, the remainder of the county lost all the other races to democrats.

Our goodbyes were bittersweet. Knowing that they made a difference that counted for the good, the students return home with laurels. However, many won't have opportunity to meet again for many months, most will not have the opportunity and all delighted in their time of fellowship.

Our GenJ staff members and Student Action Team leaders were a phenomenal group of individuals...and I do mean individuals! Many of these young people will go forward with politically relevant roles in society. Some are planning a future in politics. ALL, however, will grow to make a profound impact in their families, communities and the world!

As, an adult chaperone, I watched these young adults imprinting the area with their Christian character and political passion and that gave rise to one of those very rare occasions to wistfully think..."I wish I were 17 again..." Ya, O.K., maybe not. Adulthood is incredibly privileged and so out-does not having your own ride!

But, joking aside, these guys made me yearn to take back the time and ground given to the enemy as I wasted countless hours of opportunity in my youth. I stand as a privileged adult, not in my position or rank, but in my association with and proximity to greatness in these Children of God! The future is gilded in Hope. Stay the course my young friends. Stay the course.