AUSTIN Following Gov. Rick Perrys appointment of Appellate Justice Eva M. Guzman of Cypress as the first Hispanic female to serve on the Supreme Court of Texas the following individuals and leaders from around the state have commented on this historic appointment:
I was proud to support the appointment of Eva Guzman to the Texas Supreme Court. Governor Perry has elevated a conservative jurist with outstanding credentials whose achievements should inspire all Texans.
-Texas State Sen. Dan Patrick
With more than 10 years of experience and a strong record in both trial and appellate courts Justice Guzman is highly qualified to serve on the Supreme Court of Texas. Her outstanding credentials and strong conservative values make her one of Texas brightest stars and I am confident that she will bring a unique perspective to the bench as the first Hispanic female to serve on the court."
-Texas State Sen. Glenn Hegar
I am very pleased by the governors appointment today of Justice Eva Guzman to the Texas Supreme Court. I have known Judge Guzman for many years and am inspired by her lifes story. I commend her dedicated service to the Texas judicial system and the citizens of Texas.
-State Sen. Joan Huffman
I congratulate Justice Guzman on this historic appointment and I am confident that her service to the state of Texas will encourage young Latinas to pursue opportunities to serve our beloved state with great pride and distinction as well."
-Hope Andrade Texas Secretary of State
Ive known Eva for many years and am incredibly proud of her accomplishments and proud of Gov. Perrys decision to appoint her to the Texas Supreme Court. She is an honorable woman a tremendous public servant and will continue to selflessly serve the people of Texas moving forward."
-Orlando Sanchez Harris County Treasurer
For more than a decade Justice Guzman has brought strong values and solid convictions to the Texas judiciary. We are proud of Gov. Perrys historic decision to appoint Eva to the Texas Supreme Court and look forward to her ongoing service to our state and the people of Texas.
-Carol Sims Texas Civil Justice League Vice President
Todays appointment is an incredible success for Texans and a landmark achievement for the Hispanic community. Justice Guzmans strong record of public service has earned her a position of respect and trust among her peers and her ongoing public service will keep Texas on the right track as she joins our states Supreme Court. Gov. Perrys decision to appoint her proves his ongoing commitments to the Hispanic community and serves to remind Texans that we are all headed in the same direction with the common goal of keeping our state strong and prosperous well into the future.
-Rolando Pablos San Antonio Chamber of Commerce Chairman
