Fired Johnson County Supervisors director Guillermo Morales announces write-in campaign

Guillermo Morales, the former executive director of the Johnson County Board of Supervisors, is launching a write-in campaign for the November elections after his dismissal in early September. The board cited "disrespectful" and "argumentative" behavior as reasons for his ouster, which has led to significant community backlash. Many residents expressed their discontent with the decision and encouraged Morales to run, leading to the formation of a grassroots campaign under the tagline #JoCoWriteHimIn. Morales has since acquired legal counsel and is contemplating a wrongful termination lawsuit against the board. He aims to build on the initiatives he started while in office, emphasizing the importance of bold and innovative programs for the community.

To engage with voters, he has created a dedicated campaign website where constituents can learn more about his platform. Morales, a Texas native with a political science degree and a law degree, expressed gratitude for the community's support and hopes to continue his work for Johnson County. His campaign reflects a significant grassroots movement in response to his firing, highlighting the political dynamics within the county.