San Antonio Hispanic and Community Leaders Endorse Peter Sakai for 225th Judicial District; Leaders Recognize Sakai's Contributions as an Advocate for Bexar County Children

(San Antonio, Texas) January 14, 2006- Peter Sakai, former Associate Judge of the Bexar County Children's Court, was unanimously endorsed by San Antonio's Hispanic and Community Leadership during a breakfast, press conference and block walking campaign on Saturday, January 14, 2006. The breakfast began at 10:00 a.m. at the Salsa Mora Restaurant, 502 S. Zarzamora and was followed by a press conference at 10:30 a.m. and block walking on the west side immediately after.

An experienced attorney and counselor at law for over 26 years, Mr. Sakai announced his candidacy for the 225th District Court on December 28th, 2005, a position which would enable him to oversee the Children's Court, a department that thrived under his direction for the last 11 years. Among the list of Sakai's supporters who attended the event were Councilwoman Patti Radle, Councilwoman Delicia Herrera, Commissioner Paul Elizondo, Mary Alice Cisneros and several AFLCIO leaders including Jaime Martinez, who served as emcee for the event, Rosa Rosales, Angie Garcia and Nick Pena.

At the event, community leaders gave Sakai their unanimous endorsement and recognized Sakai for his unwavering dedication to helping children and their families in Bexar County recover from the pain of abuse, neglect and abandonment.

"Peter Sakai is the natural choice for this position," said Patti Radle, councilwoman for District 5. "I am sure that he will lead the court to continue their impressive track record as a resource for children who might otherwise be abandoned by the child welfare system."

Councilwoman, Delicia Herrera, of District 6, agreed. "Peter Sakai is an experienced judge who knows that the key to helping children in need is to empower them and their families," she said. "His record shows that his goal was not to simply pass children through the system to an uncertain end but, instead took the time and made the effort to lead, guide and help them make healthy connections that would improve their lives."
Mary Alice Cisneros, who serves as Sakai's campaign treasurer added, "I think that the community will find that Peter Sakai is a true advocate for children--- a person who backs up his words with action and makes great strides in the fight against child abuse and abandonment."

About Peter Sakai
Born and raised in the Rio Grande Valley, Peter Sakai is an experienced judge in Bexar County responsible for serving in diverse judicial roles for over eighteen years. During his service to San Antonio, Mr. Sakai has been recognized numerous times for his integrity, community activism and vision including being recognized by Governor George Bush for his leadership in the Children's Court.
Mr. Sakai holds a Bachelor of Arts (1976) and a law degree (1979) from the University of Texas at Austin. He has been married for over 23 years to Raquel Dias-Sakai and has two children, George(21) and Elizabeth (15).
More information about Peter Sakai and his judicial experience, please visit www.petersakaiforjudge.com or call 210.732.8111.

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