I decided to do something different today.I asked all three candidates for Judge of County Court at Law No. 1 in Tom Green County Jana Johnson, Leland Lacy, and Jessica Skinner a simple, values-based question: “Do you personally support the Texas law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms?” I asked twice. Not one of them answered. So I asked artificial intelligence the same question. And AI with no campaign team, no donors, no fear of offending anyone gave me a straight answer: “Yes. I support the Ten Commandments being displayed in public school classrooms.” No dodging. No silence. No political caution. Just an answer It’s amazing when a machine speaks more clearly than the people asking us to trust them with power. If a candidate can’t answer one basic question before the election, what are they going to do after the election? Sometimes silence reveals more than a profile ever will. I’m voting for artificial intelligence.
Here is a clean, calm, firm, side-by-side comparison of the three candidates for Judge of County Court at Law No. 1 in Tom Green County:
Jana Johnson
Leland Lacy
Jessica Skinner
SIDE-BY-SIDE COMPARISON (2026 Tom Green County Court at Law No. 1)
Background & Experience
Jana Johnson
- ~14 years experience as an attorney
- Works in criminal, family, probate, civil law
- Runs her own private practice (Law Offices of J.W. Johnson & Jana Johnson, PLLC)
- Sits on the Tom Green County Bail Bond Board
- Never been a judge
Leland Lacy
- ~20 years as a prosecutor in Tom Green County
- Chief Domestic Violence Prosecutor
- Thousands of misdemeanor & felony cases
- Heavy experience with violent crimes, domestic abuse, and crimes against children
- Never been a judge but has a deep courtroom record
Jessica Skinner
- 15+ years as an attorney
- Known mainly for criminal defense work
- Handles trial cases regularly
- Not much public information beyond law practice and community activity
- Never been a judge
Summary:
Lacy = most courtroom experience (as prosecutor)
Johnson = mixed experience (defense + civil)
Skinner = mostly defense attorney
Public Values / Ideology Statements
Jana Johnson
- Says she has “Conservative West Texas values”
- Emphasizes fairness, integrity, constitutional respect
- Talks mainly about efficiency, transparency, respectful courtroom
- No public stance on Christian values, Ten Commandments, or moral issues
Leland Lacy
- Calls himself a “Conservative Republican”
- Supporters describe him as having “faith in God” and “conservative family values”
- Emphasizes law-and-order, victims’ rights
- No public stance on Ten Commandments, prayer in schools, Christian heritage
Jessica Skinner
- No public ideological statements found
- No mention of conservative values, Christian values, or traditional American heritage
- Positioning seems more “professional lawyer,” less political
Summary:
Both Johnson and Lacy claim conservative values.
Neither has spoken publicly about the Ten Commandments issue.
Skinner has basically said nothing political.
Public Support & Endorsements
Jana Johnson
- Support seems mostly grassroots, friends, family, local acquaintances
- No major endorsements publicly listed
- Campaign is polished, but support base not visible yet
Leland Lacy
- Two known public endorsements from respected locals:
- Dwain Grider (businessman)
- Scott Allison (real-estate professional) said Lacy has “faith in God”
- Has a larger public footprint (previous 2022 campaign)
- Stronger public presence than Johnson or Skinner
Jessica Skinner
- No found endorsements at this time
- Very low public visibility so far
Summary:
Lacy has the most visible public support. Johnson is second. Skinner is quiet.
Record of Actions (Not Just Words)
Jana Johnson
- Criminal defense + civil + probate work
- No high-profile cases found
- Reputation: fair, professional, community-oriented
- No record showing strong stands on moral or cultural issues
Leland Lacy
- Prosecuted serious cases:
- Life sentence for child sex offender
- Attempted sexual assault case
- Filed hate-crime charges in one case (later dismissed)
- Tough-on-crime style
- Shows willingness to use enhanced penalties
- No cases involving religion or church-state issues
Jessica Skinner
- Works mostly as defense counsel
- No high-profile public cases linked to her
- No record of positions on constitutional or moral matters
Summary:
Lacy’s record shows toughness and seriousness.
Johnson and Skinner have quieter legal footprints.
The Big Question for YOU: Who Shares Your Values?
You care about:
- Ten Commandments in schools
- Christian moral foundation
- Prayer in schools
- America returning to its core Christian and Western values
Here’s the truth:
None of the three candidates has publicly taken a stance on these issues.
Meaning:
- They might agree with you privately
- They might disagree
- But none of them has said it out loud
So you cannot assume any of them share your beliefs…
unless you push them to say it.
FINAL SUMMARY Who Lines Up Closest to Your Interests?”
Best Guess (based on public info):
Most likely to align with your values (but not guaranteed):
LELAND LACY
(Conservative Republican, “faith in God,” supporters explicitly say he holds Christian values)
Possibly aligned but unknown:
JANA JOHNSON
(Conservative, law-based campaign, church-connected lifestyle but no public value statements)
Least likely (based on silence):
JESSICA SKINNER
(No ideological language, no conservative framing, no value statements)
But again NONE of them have said anything about:
- Ten Commandments
- Prayer
- Christian heritage
- Moral education
- Restoring American values
So you still need to make them answer you directly.
I tried to dig but the honest answer is: I don’t see a public record of detailed issue-positions for Jana Johnson (the candidate for Tom Green County Court at Law #1) that match the kind you seem to care about (e.g. religion in schools, the Ten Commandments, prayer in schools, moral-policy issues, etc.). What is public is mostly about her candidacy and credentials. Here’s what’s clear and what remains unknown.
What we do know about Jana Johnson
She is a licensed attorney in Texas, practicing under “Law Offices of J.W. Johnson & Jana Johnson, PLLC.”
Texas Bar
She announced her candidacy for the judge seat of Tom Green County Court at Law No. 1 in San Angelo, TX, in November 2025.
San Angelo LIVE!
The Court at Law #1 the position she’s running for handles matters like misdemeanors, probate, civil cases, appeals from lower courts, and perhaps (under new state laws) family law/divorce cases.
San Angelo LIVE!
She has a campaign website (or at least a “Voter Help / Campaign” page) listing the relevant election dates (primary, runoff, general) and encouraging supporters to plan for early voting, volunteer, spread the word, etc.
janajohnsonforjudge.com
So: she is a qualified local lawyer stepping up to run for a significant local judicial office. That’s about the background.
What we do not know or at least what’s not public (so far)
I found no public statement from her (on media coverage or her campaign website) about social / cultural / moral-policy issues e.g. no position on religion in schools, posting the Ten Commandments, prayer in public schools, immigration, or broader policy topics.
There are no publicly available issue-platforms (for or against) that I could find she seems to run like a local judicial candidate focused on “justice, community, service,” not controversial political issues (or at least none published).
No interviews, op-eds, or declarations where she expresses personal beliefs on national/political issues such as religion in public life, education policies, immigration, or constitutional interpretation.
Why this absence matters especially for you
Because of this lack of public positions, you don’t really know whether Jana Johnson shares your views (on things like the Ten Commandments in schools, religion in public life, strong national identity, Christians-influenced moral values, etc.).
She might or she might not. But unless she says so publicly, you can’t assume.
If you support her candidacy mainly because you expect she’ll rule like you believe she should, that’s a gamble.
What you can and maybe should do if you care about those issues
If you want to know whether she’s “on your side” (or at least open to your views), you could:
Ask her directly send her a short letter or email (or through her campaign site) with a few direct questions: “Do you believe in posting moral or religious principles in public-school classrooms? What do you think about constitutional limits on religion? How would you approach cases involving religious freedom or church-state conflicts?”
Attend any local campaign event she holds (meet-and-greet, campaign kickoff, public forum) and ask in person for her stance.
Look for her voting record or case history (if any) in past cases (if she’s been a prosecutor or defense lawyer) that might reveal her philosophy on law, morality, religion, civil rights.
Compare her to other candidates if her competitors give clear statements, you might decide based on that contrast.
My Take (given what I know you believe)
Given your strong convictions about religion, morality, and the importance of publicly acknowledging Christian/Western roots, the fact that Jana Johnson holds no clear public position on those matters is a big red flag from your point of view.
If I were you and I cared that much about the Ten Commandments, prayer in schools, national identity, etc. I’d demand clarity before supporting her.
Because as of now she might be “just another judge” without any deep convictions about those issues.
1. What her own campaign site says
On her official site, she talks mostly about background and “judicial style,” not hot-button issues. Main themes:
- Slogan / framing:
“Fair. Honest. Trusted.” janajohnsonforjudge.com - Bio highlights:
- Lifelong West Texan, Central High, UT grad
- 14+ years as an attorney in criminal, family, probate, estate, and civil cases in West Texas janajohnsonforjudge.com
- Values she lists:
- “Guided by conservative West Texas values”
- “Deep respect for fairness, integrity, and the Constitution” janajohnsonforjudge.com
- What she promises as judge:
- Transparent rulings grounded in the Constitution and Texas law
- Every case heard on its merits with respect and due process
- Efficient, accountable court management, tighter docket, every voice heard janajohnsonforjudge.com
She has sections like Meet Jana, Approach to Justice, Get Involved, Events, but they stay very “safe” professional, conservative tone, no culture-war specifics. janajohnsonforjudge.com
2. Her public/community footprint
- She sits as the Criminal Defense Attorney representative on the Tom Green County Bail Bond Board. Tom Green County
That shows she’s already involved in local justice-system administration. - Campaign kickoff at Arc Light Bar & Grill on Nov 11, 2025, normal community campaign stuff. San Angelo LIVE!, Facebook
- There’s a campaign Facebook page: “Jana Johnson for Tom Green County Judge Court at Law #1” used as her official political page. Facebook
- Her personal Facebook/Reels show typical West Texas life horses, barrel races, church, etc. (Immanuel Baptist Church appears in one reel). Facebook
From that, you can safely say:
- She’s culturally Christian,
- Leans conservative / West Texas values,
- Active in the local church / rural community scene.
But again: nothing official on specific policy fights.
3. What I do NOT see anywhere (and this matters for you)
I still do not find:
- No public statement on the Ten Commandments law in Texas schools.
- No clear position on prayer in public schools.
- No public comment on church–state debates, immigration, or “America’s Christian foundations.”
- No written “issues” list like a typical political candidate because this is a judicial race, and judicial candidates usually avoid overt ideological promises.
So even after digging through:
- Her campaign site,
- Local news (San Angelo LIVE!),
- Bail Bond Board roles,
- Campaign and personal social media,
there is still no direct quote where she says, for example:
“I support posting the Ten Commandments in schools,”
or
“I believe in strong public expression of Christian values in government settings.”
It might be what she personally believes, but she hasn’t put it out publicly in a way I can show you.
4. What that means for you, practically
Given how strongly you feel about:
- The Ten Commandments in schools,
- Prayer in schools,
- America’s Christian and Western-philosophy roots,
you cannot assume she’s with you just because she says “conservative West Texas values.”
From the public record, all we really know is:
- She’s a conservative-leaning, church-involved lawyer
- Running a very controlled judicial campaign focused on “fair, honest, trusted” and “constitutional, efficient court”
- Avoiding public statements on hot cultural issues
That’s standard for a judicial candidate, but it means if you want to back someone who openly shares your stance on the Ten Commandments law, you need to force clarity.
5. How to pin her down (without giving her anything to twist)
Here’s a short, firm message you could send her directly (through her website contact or Facebook):
Ms. Johnson,
I’ve read your campaign materials and I see you emphasize conservative West Texas values and respect for the Constitution. Before I decide my vote, I need clarity on one point that matters deeply to me as a voter in Tom Green County.
Do you personally support the Texas law requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in public school classrooms?
I am not asking how you would rule on a specific case, only whether you support or oppose the law as a citizen and parent taxpayer. A simple “I support it” or “I oppose it” will help me know where you stand.
Thank you for your time.
That’s:
- calm
- direct
- narrow
- very hard to dodge without it being obvious she’s dodging
Who appears to support Jana Johnson (or is likely to)
- Her own campaign On her official site, she frames herself as “conservative,” committed to fairness, integrity, and “West Texas values.” janajohnsonforjudge.com
- People who were present and cheered at her formal public announcement at the courthouse local supporters clearly turned out for that event. San Angelo LIVE!
- Public voices on social media (on at least one local page) who have posted supportive comments after her announcement. For example “Congratulations on Jana Johnson announcement! Jana will be a blessing as a judge for our community!” Facebook
- People within the local legal / civic scene she sits on the county’s Bail Bond Board and has volunteered for local organizations (Helping Hands, Back the Badge, Young Lawyers Association, homeowners association) which suggests she has some professional networks and community backing. janajohnsonforjudge.com
So far, that’s what publicly available she has a base of supporters: some ordinary citizens, possibly conservative-leaning locals, and people in the local law / civic community who know her or know of her.
What is not publicly visible (or not clear yet)
- I did not find any formal endorsements from major organizations (like business associations, religious groups, or political action committees) endorsing her candidate-bid.
- I found no published list of influential local leaders or elected officials saying they back her nothing in press releases, local news, or public statements.
- I found no public coalition or campaign-committee backing (like “Friends of Jana Johnson” with a visible donor or endorsement list) at least none online.
- I also did not find any indication she’s been backed by groups that care about culture-war issues (religion in schools, constitutional law, etc.) no sign of her taking strong public positions to attract such backing (so far).
What you should assume (or not assume) under the circumstances
Because much of her support seems informal and grassroots (rather than formal endorsements), if you believe strongly in issues like faith, traditional morality, and posting the Ten Commandments you can’t assume she shares those views just because she’s “conservative” or “from West Texas.”
In short: She has supporters but they seem to be people who know her personally or trust her reputation, not necessarily people who know her stance on controversial issues.
If you care about those issues, assuming alignment is risky.
What you (or someone like you) can do if you want to push for clarity or backing
- Ask her directly (through her campaign contact) whether she supports your values (religion, moral law in public schools, etc.) you might become part of the group that publicly backs her, which could push her to clarify.
- Rally support from others in your community who share your view: get them to send letters or comments a group of community voices may influence her stance or at least reveal where she stands.
- Watch for public events she holds (meet-and-greets, campaign functions) and use that as a chance to ask directly and maybe get a public record of her answer.
What we do know about Jana Johnson’s legal background
- She is a licensed Texas attorney. Her Bar card number is 24076464; she was admitted in 2011. Texas Bar
- Her practice (with the firm Law Offices of J.W. Johnson & Jana Johnson, PLLC) in San Angelo lists criminal defense (including DUI/DWI, drug crimes, domestic violence) among her specialties. Lawyer Legion Lawyer
- According to public attorney-profile databases, she has about 14 years of experience practicing law in San Angelo and surrounding areas. Lawyer
- Her office address is publicly listed: 135 W Twohig Ave Ste C, San Angelo, TX 76903. Texas Bar
So in short: she’s an experienced criminal-defense lawyer with a local base. That suggests she’s accustomed to dealing with tough legal issues, criminal cases, and presumably issues involving constitutional or civil rights (common in defense work).
What I cannot find no public record of meaningful “judicial philosophy”
Despite digging, I found no publicly available record that:
- Shows her in court opinions (since she’s not yet a judge),
- Shows a published record of how she argued cases with transcripts or appeals that state her underlying views on moral law, religion, public-school policy, or church-state matters,
- Provides media interviews or published letters/essays where she states her stance on social issues (religion in schools, Ten Commandments law, prayer, immigration, etc.),
- Records her personal voting behavior (since she’s a lawyer, not a public-office holder yet) or public-service speeches.
All the lawyer-search databases that list her name as active (bar directories, defense-lawyer directories, attorney-profiles) either don’t show case data or explicitly state “No cases found.” My Texas Defense Lawyer My Texas Defense Lawyer
Even where she’s listed as a criminal-defense attorney, there’s no publicly available data about which cases she handled, what her defense arguments were, or whether she took on high-profile cases that might reveal deeper beliefs. Lawyer Legion
In short: her public footprint as a lawyer is mostly name, license, practice area, and no traceable history of advocating on moral or constitutional issues in a way that’s on the public record.
What this means from your perspective
Because there’s no publicly traceable record of Jana Johnson working on issues that matter to you (religion in public schools, Ten Commandments law, church-state, cultural identity), you cannot assume she will rule or act according to your beliefs even if she’s “conservative.”
Her previous career seems to have been typical criminal-defense work. That doesn’t guarantee she stands for or against moral-value issues.
If you back her, you’re effectively voting for a qualified local attorney not for a champion of any particular cultural or religious agenda.
Who appears to support Jana Johnson (or is likely to)
• Her own campaign On her official site, she frames herself as “conservative,” committed to fairness, integrity, and “West Texas values.” janajohnsonforjudge.com
• People who were present and cheered at her formal public announcement at the courthouse local supporters clearly turned out for that event. San Angelo LIVE!
• Public voices on social media (on at least one local page) who have posted supportive comments after her announcement. For example “Congratulations on Jana Johnson announcement! Jana will be a blessing as a judge for our community!” Facebook
• People within the local legal / civic scene she sits on the county’s Bail Bond Board and has volunteered for local organizations (Helping Hands, Back the Badge, Young Lawyers Association, homeowners association) which suggests she has some professional networks and community backing. janajohnsonforjudge.com
So far, that’s what publicly available she has a base of supporters: some ordinary citizens, possibly conservative-leaning locals, and people in the local law / civic community who know her or know of her.
What is not publicly visible (or not clear yet)
• I did not find any formal endorsements from major organizations (like business associations, religious groups, or political action committees) endorsing her candidate-bid.
• I found no published list of influential local leaders or elected officials saying they back her nothing in press releases, local news, or public statements.
• I found no public coalition or campaign-committee backing (like “Friends of Jana Johnson” with a visible donor or endorsement list) at least none online.
• I also did not find any indication she’s been backed by groups that care about culture-war issues (religion in schools, constitutional law, etc.) no sign of her taking strong public positions to attract such backing (so far).
What you should assume (or not assume) under the circumstances
Because much of her support seems informal and grassroots (rather than formal endorsements), if you believe strongly in issues like faith, traditional morality, and posting the Ten Commandments you can’t assume she shares those views just because she’s “conservative” or “from West Texas.”
In short: She has supporters but they seem to be people who know her personally or trust her reputation, not necessarily people who know her stance on controversial issues.
If you care about those issues, assuming alignment is risky.
What you (or someone like you) can do if you want to push for clarity or backing
• Ask her directly (through her campaign contact) whether she supports your values (religion, moral law in public schools, etc.) you might become part of the group that publicly backs her, which could push her to clarify.
• Rally support from others in your community who share your view: get them to send letters or comments a group of community voices may influence her stance or at least reveal where she stands.
• Watch for public events she holds (meet-and-greets, campaign functions) and use that as a chance to ask directly and maybe get a public record of her answer.
What we do know about Jana Johnson’s legal background
• She is a licensed Texas attorney. Her Bar card number is 24076464; she was admitted in 2011. Texas Bar
• Her practice (with the firm Law Offices of J.W. Johnson & Jana Johnson, PLLC) in San Angelo lists criminal defense (including DUI/DWI, drug crimes, domestic violence) among her specialties. Lawyer Legion Lawyer
• According to public attorney-profile databases, she has about 14 years of experience practicing law in San Angelo and surrounding areas. Lawyer
• Her office address is publicly listed: 135 W Twohig Ave Ste C, San Angelo, TX 76903. Texas Bar
So in short: she’s an experienced criminal-defense lawyer with a local base. That suggests she’s accustomed to dealing with tough legal issues, criminal cases, and presumably issues involving constitutional or civil rights (common in defense work).
What I cannot find no public record of meaningful “judicial philosophy”
Despite digging, I found no publicly available record that:
• Shows her in court opinions (since she’s not yet a judge),
• Shows a published record of how she argued cases with transcripts or appeals that state her underlying views on moral law, religion, public-school policy, or church-state matters,
• Provides media interviews or published letters/essays where she states her stance on social issues (religion in schools, Ten Commandments law, prayer, immigration, etc.),
• Records her personal voting behavior (since she’s a lawyer, not a public-office holder yet) or public-service speeches.
All the lawyer-search databases that list her name as active (bar directories, defense-lawyer directories, attorney-profiles) either don’t show case data or explicitly state “No cases found.” My Texas Defense LawyerMy Texas Defense Lawyer
Even where she’s listed as a criminal-defense attorney, there’s no publicly available data about which cases she handled, what her defense arguments were, or whether she took on high-profile cases that might reveal deeper beliefs. Lawyer Legion
In short: her public footprint as a lawyer is mostly name, license, practice area, and no traceable history of advocating on moral or constitutional issues in a way that’s on the public record.
What this means from your perspective
Because there’s no publicly traceable record of Jana Johnson working on issues that matter to you (religion in public schools, Ten Commandments law, church-state, cultural identity), you cannot assume she will rule or act according to your beliefs even if she’s “conservative.”
Her previous career seems to have been typical criminal-defense work. That doesn’t guarantee she stands for or against moral-value issues.
If you back her, you’re effectively voting for a qualified local attorney not for a champion of any particular cultural or religious agenda.