Hi John,

 

Ashton Woods, a humanist and atheist leader, is running for the Houston City Council (At-Large 5). You can learn more about Ashton's campaign here and make a generous donation to his campaign here.

 

There are only 42 days until the November 5, 2019 election. Help Ashton make history by winning a seat on the Houston City Council - by making a generous donation today! Below is a short bio.

 

Ashton P. Woods is running for the Houston (TX) City Council – At-Large 5. A community activist since the age of 15, Ashton has been a strong advocate in Houston for the LGBTQIA, homeless, and immigrant communities. He has also fought to end rape and sexual assault, violence against people of color, and unjust criminal punishment. His campaign “is about bringing people together to create comprehensive solutions to build a better Houston for all of us.” Ashton’s policy priorities include: increased investment in healthcare services including provisions for mental health treatment as well as HIV and other stigmatized conditions, refocusing investment in programs that improve and uplift rather than criminalize members of our community, and advancing economic programs to increase employment opportunities and ensure livable wages. He is the co-founder and lead organizer for Black Lives Matter Houston, a member of the Houston Mayor’s LGBT Advisory Board, and co-chair of the Black Humanist Alliance an adjunct organization of the American Humanist Association. Ashton identifies as a humanist and atheist.

 

 

Sincerely,

Ron Millar

PAC Coordinator

 

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