David C. Stout
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David C. Stout is an American politician currently serving as the El Paso County Commissioner for Precinct 2 in Texas. Stout grew up in the United States and pursued a career in journalism, public service, and academia.
He attended Goddard High School in Roswell, New Mexico, from 1995 to 1997 before transferring to Elko High School in Elko, Nevada, where he graduated in May 1998 with a 3.9 GPA.
Stout then attended the University of New Mexico (UNM) from 1998 to 2003. His achievements included:
- President's Recognition for Scholarship (1999)
- Member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon Fraternity
- Member of Golden Key Honor Society (1999–2001)
- UNM Honor Roll (1998–2001)
- Bachelor's degree in Latin American Studies & Spanish (2001)
- Studied Brazilian Portuguese, coming close to earning a minor
- Master's degree in Latin American Studies (2006) with concentrations in Brazilian Culture/Literature and International Management
Career in Journalism and Public Affairs
Journalism Career (2003–2011)
- 2003-2004: News Editor at KLUZ-TV Univision Nuevo Mexico (Albuquerque, NM)
- 2004-2006: News Editor at KOB-TV Eyewitness News 4 (Albuquerque, NM)
- 2007-2010: Producer/Reporter at KTUZ-TV, T30 Telemundo (Oklahoma City, OK)
- 2010-2011: Journalist for Noticias 26 Univision (El Paso, TX)
- Focused on local government and politics
- 2010: Selected for an Institute for Justice and Journalism Fellowship on immigration issues
- 2011: Won First Place from the Texas Associated Press of Broadcasters for continuing coverage of a car bomb explosion in Ciudad Juárez
Public Affairs and Legislative Work (2011–2014)
- 2011-2014: Staff Member for Texas State Senator José Rodríguez
- Managed Spanish-language media relations and binational affairs
- Advised on transportation, labor, economic development, veterans' affairs, and government organization
Academic Work
- Adjunct Portuguese Professor at the University of Texas at El Paso (2013)
Political Career (2015-Present)
El Paso County Commissioner, Precinct 2 (2015-Present)
David Stout was elected in 2014 and assumed office on January 1, 2015. He has been re-elected multiple times, focusing on labor rights, public health, infrastructure, and environmental policy.
Key Policy Initiatives
- Living Wage Advocacy: Advocated for wage increases for low-income workers at University Medical Center, Emergence Health Network, and county government.
- Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT): Supported CITs in the El Paso Police Department and Sheriff's Office to improve responses to mental health crises.
- Healthcare & Public Safety: Championed increased access to healthcare services.
- Infrastructure & Development:
- Bridge of the Americas Port of Entry: Played a role in shaping the General Services Administration (GSA) environmental statement for port expansion.
- Preserving El Paso County Coliseum: Opposed its demolition and advocated for alternative uses.
- Naked Harem Wellness Center Proposal: Supported converting the former Naked Harem site into a community wellness center.
- I-10 Expansion Opposition: Opposed TxDOT's "Downtown 10" expansion project, citing health and environmental risks.
- $100 Million Bond Proposal (2025): Proposed a bond for Coliseum upgrades, which failed due to lack of commissioner support.
Op-Eds
- As part of his policy advocacy, David C. Stout is a frequent guest columnist for El Paso Matters, contributing op-eds on various community and political issues:
- "El Paso Deserves a Say in I-10 Expansion Plans" (July 2023) – Stout argues for greater community involvement in the Texas Department of Transportation's proposed expansion of Interstate 10 through downtown El Paso, expressing concerns about environmental and health impacts.
- "Preserving Our Heritage: The Case for Saving the County Coliseum" (October 2023) – In this op-ed, Stout advocates for the preservation of the historic El Paso County Coliseum, emphasizing its cultural significance and potential for adaptive reuse.
- "A Vision for a Healthier El Paso: Transforming the Naked Harem Site" (December 2023) – Stout discusses the proposal to convert the former Naked Harem building into a community wellness center, highlighting the benefits of repurposing the site for public health initiatives.
- "Bridging Communities: Insights on the Bridge of the Americas Environmental Impact Statement" (May 2024) – This piece reflects on the General Services Administration's environmental impact statement regarding the Bridge of the Americas Port of Entry, with Stout providing his perspective on balancing infrastructure needs with community well-being.
- "Standing United: The Role of the Texas Border Coalition in Advocating for Our Region" (August 2024) – As chairman of the Texas Border Coalition, Stout outlines the organization's efforts in promoting economic development, infrastructure improvements, and policy reforms along the Texas-Mexico border.
Leadership Roles
- Chairman of the Texas Border Coalition (Since 2022) – Advocates for economic and infrastructure improvements along the Texas-Mexico border.
- Board of Directors, Project BRAVO – Supports low-income housing, weatherization programs, and social services in El Paso.
Community Engagement
- Amigos de las Americas (1997): Traveled to Mexico to work on health and sanitation projects, teaching hygiene and constructing latrines.
- Plan Estratégico de Juárez (2003): Interned for three months in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico.
- Brazilian Studies (2002): Spent four months in Brazil studying Portuguese.
Personal Life
David C. Stout is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese and resides in El Paso, Texas.
References
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