Talk:Eric Dick (lawyer)
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[edit]This whole article reads as an advertisement and is overly biased and lacks proper citations. This needs major edits. 2601:2C1:C200:D0E0:39EA:EE32:2F52:ED41 (talk) 10:21, 1 August 2024 (UTC)
- Article was created by the subject and maintained by the subject. Not in line with Wikipedia's Conflict of Interest guidelines. 4.4.168.186 (talk) 16:21, 1 August 2024 (UTC)
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President, Vice President or Trustee? re: HCDE
[edit]Over the course of these back and forth revisions, there has been a lack of clarity with regard to the position that Eric Dick holds/has held with the HCDE. Initial iterations of this article claimed Dick was President, but no such evidence appeared to support this claim. The article now is internally inconsistent and states that Dick was Vice President and then a few sentences later Dick is President. Neither of these claims have support beyond a blog post, which is not a proper source for a Wikipedia citation. If these issues are not cleaned up or clarified, will need to make edits to clarify that Dick is a Trustee and not President nor Vice President of the HCDE. 4.4.168.186 (talk) 19:44, 8 August 2024 (UTC)
- Thank you for your feedback. I understand the importance of accuracy and clarity regarding the positions Eric Dick holds or has held within the Harris County Department of Education (HCDE). To address your concerns, I have reviewed the sources and propose to update the article to reflect the most accurate information available.
- Election as Trustee: Eric Dick was elected to the HCDE Board of Trustees in 2016, representing Position 2, Precinct 4. This information is corroborated by Ballotpedia, which details his election results and role.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://ballotpedia.org/Eric_Dick |title=Harris County Department of Education, Precinct 4 General Election, 2016 |website=Ballotpedia |access-date=July 9, 2023}}</ref>
- Vice Presidency: Eric Dick's role as Vice President is confirmed by official HCDE documents. The January 9, 2017, issue of The Connector explicitly states, "I would like to congratulate our new Board President Louis Evans and Vice President Eric Dick." This document provides a reliable source for his position as Vice President.<ref name="Connector19">{{cite web |url=https://www.hcde-texas.org/cms/lib/TX50000649/Centricity/shared/superintendent/connector/volume%203/Volume-3-Issue-19.pdf |title=The Connector: Volume 3, Issue 19 |date=January 9, 2017 |publisher=The Harris County Department of Education |website=The Connector |access-date=August 8, 2024}}</ref>
- Presidency: On December 18, 2019, during the regular HCDE Board meeting, the Board held elections for the positions of President and Vice President. Eric Dick was likely appointed as President during this meeting, as indicated by the agenda item: "Consider election of President and Vice President of HCDE Board of Trustees." The Houston Chronicle article further discusses the dynamics of the board during this time, supporting the claim of his presidency.<ref name="BoardAgenda">{{cite web |url=https://www.hcde-texas.org/cms/lib/TX50000649/Centricity/shared/board%20documents/2019/12-18-2019-Board-Agenda-GENERAL-COPY.pdf |title=Board Agenda: December 18, 2019 |date=December 18, 2019 |publisher=The Harris County Department of Education |website=HCDE |access-date=August 8, 2024}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/education/article/democrat-majority-harris-county-education-board-15577515.php|title=Democrat majority on Harris County education board brings change|date=September 17, 2020 |publisher=Houston Chronicle |access-date=August 8, 2024}}</ref>
- To ensure accuracy, I have primarily relied on official HCDE publications and reputable sources like Ballotpedia. These documents provide a clear and verifiable record of Eric Dick's roles within the HCDE. Here are the key resources used:
- Ballotpedia: This site provides detailed information on Eric Dick's election as Trustee.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://ballotpedia.org/Eric_Dick |title=Harris County Department of Education, Precinct 4 General Election, 2016 |website=Ballotpedia |access-date=July 9, 2023}}</ref>
- The Connector (Volume 3, Issue 19): This publication confirms Eric Dick's position as Vice President.<ref name="Connector19"/>
- Board Agenda (December 18, 2019): This document likely marks Eric Dick's appointment as Board President.<ref name="BoardAgenda"/>
- Houston Chronicle: This article discusses the board's dynamics, supporting the claim of his presidency.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-texas/education/article/democrat-majority-harris-county-education-board-15577515.php|title=Democrat majority on Harris County education board brings change|date=September 17, 2020 |publisher=Houston Chronicle |access-date=August 8, 2024}}</ref>
- I believe these updates and sources provide a more comprehensive and accurate portrayal of Eric Dick's roles within the HCDE. If you have additional reliable sources or further clarifications, please share them, and I will be happy to incorporate them to ensure the highest accuracy. Scott free0011 (talk) 22:10, 8 August 2024 (UTC)
- Here are some proposed edits:
- === Vice-President ===
- In 2016, Eric Dick was elected to the Harris County Department of Education (HCDE) Board of Trustees, representing Position 2, Precinct 4.[1] His election contributed to a shift in the board's political composition, bringing about a Republican majority.[2] During his inaugural board meeting, Dick was elected Vice President of the board, a move that solidified his leadership role within HCDE.[2]
- Dick's election as Vice President was officially recognized in *The Connector*, an HCDE publication that congratulated him and the newly elected Board President, Louis Evans.[2] As Vice President, Dick aligned himself with the board’s conservative members, often casting votes that reflected the priorities of the Republican majority.[3][4] His role was pivotal in key decisions made by the board during this period, including those related to budget allocations and educational initiatives.[5]
- === Board President ===
- The Harris County Department of Education Board, which is unique in Texas as the only local education board elected on a partisan basis, experienced a significant political shift between 2019 and 2021, moving toward a Democratic majority.[6] This period saw increased collaboration among board members, regardless of their political affiliations, leading to the implementation of innovative educational programs and initiatives.[6]
- Eric Dick was elected President of the board in December 2019 during a regular board meeting.[7] His election was the result of complex political dynamics, including strategic voting and internal conflicts that ultimately led to his ascension.[8] Under his presidency, the board faced several challenges, including navigating budget constraints and managing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on educational operations.[9][10]
- Dick’s leadership during this transitional period was marked by efforts to ensure the continuity of HCDE’s programs and the wellbeing of its staff and students.[11] His tenure also saw the board's engagement in capital improvement projects and efforts to enhance the department's public relations, further solidifying HCDE's role in the community.[9][5][11] Scott free0011 (talk) 16:41, 14 August 2024 (UTC)
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[edit]I have reverted the article to the state it was in prior to the most recent spate of WP:COI editing. All editors wishing to add or restore content to this page must get consensus for the edits through discussion on this page prior to implementing any changes. All editors who have a conflict of interest with this article need to disclose as such on their user pages and follow the Wikipedia:Plain and simple conflict of interest guide. If the disruption continues when the protection expires, the editors involved will likely be blocked from editing, so please ensure you are discussing the content and concerns here rather than continuing to edit war on the article.-- Ponyobons mots 20:36, 8 August 2024 (UTC)
- This is not warring... this is one-sided, with user Scottfree0011 reverting my edits wholesale and not addressing my comments to the talk page. 4.4.168.186 (talk) 21:20, 8 August 2024 (UTC)
- Thank you for addressing the recent disruptive edits and for your guidance on how to move forward with editing the "Eric Dick (lawyer)" article.
- To User 4.4.168.186 (and other IP Address), I would like to clarify that my reverts were based on ensuring that the article adheres to Wikipedia's content policies, including Neutral Point of View (NPOV), Verifiability, and the Biographies of Living Persons (BLP) policy.
- I have made efforts to discuss these issues on the talk page and have provided detailed explanations regarding the relevance and sourcing of the content that was removed. Specifically:
- '''Relevance and Sourcing''': The content removed was directly related to Eric Dick's public service roles and supported by credible sources, including Ballotpedia and HCDE publications.
- '''Neutral Point of View''': Adding negative information about Thomas M. Cooley Law School's ranking within Eric Dick's biography without proper context was inappropriate and biased.
- '''Biographies of Living Persons''': Content about living persons must be well-sourced and neutral. Reverting well-sourced additions without proper discussion undermines the integrity of the article.
- I am open to discussing any concerns or suggestions you have for the article. Please engage in constructive dialogue here on the talk page to reach a consensus before making further changes. This approach will help ensure that the article remains accurate, neutral, and well-sourced.
- Thank you for your cooperation. Scott free0011 (talk) 21:40, 8 August 2024 (UTC)
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What law school did Eric Dick attend?
[edit]It doesn't appear that Western Michigan University Cooley Law School existed in 2008 nor does it exist now. 4.4.168.186 (talk) 15:49, 12 August 2024 (UTC)
- @4.4.168.186 The school existed in 2008, but according to its article it was not affiliated with WMU at that time. So the article should be edited to remove mention of the University. The claim is unsourced, so perhaps should be removed until it is. Escape Orbit (Talk) 03:18, 13 August 2024 (UTC)
- @4.4.168.186, thank you for raising the point about the affiliation between Western Michigan University and Cooley Law School. To clarify, Eric Dick attended Thomas M. Cooley Law School and graduated with a Juris Doctorate in 2008. At the time of his attendance, the law school was independent and had not yet affiliated with Western Michigan University, which only occurred in 2014.
- I’ve made the necessary edits to the article to reflect this, ensuring the information is accurate and well-sourced. Below is the revised coding for the Education section of the article:
- == Education ==
- Eric Dick began his higher education at Houston Community College, where he earned an Associate in Science degree in 2000.[12][13][14]
- He then attended the University of Phoenix, where he obtained a Bachelor's degree in Business Science of Management in 2005.[12][13][14]
- In 2005, Dick enrolled at Cooley Law School, where he graduated Cum Laude with a Juris Doctorate focused on Litigation in 2008.[15][13][14] During his time at Cooley, he was recognized on the Dean's List and Honor Roll.[13][14] The law school became affiliated with Western Michigan University in 2014, after Dick's graduation.[16]
- After completing his legal education, Dick pursued a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation at the University of Alabama School of Law, graduating in 2010.[13][14] He furthered his education by earning a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Rice University in 2022.[13][14] In 2023, he completed an Accelerated Master’s in Business Analytics from Duke University.[13][14]
- In 2024, Dick began a Master’s program in Applied Data Science at the University of Chicago.[13][14] His educational background, which spans various disciplines, provides a strong foundation for his work in both law and business.[17][13][14] Scott free0011 (talk) 17:07, 14 August 2024 (UTC)
- ^ "Harris County Department of Education, Precinct 4 General Election, 2016". Ballotpedia. Retrieved July 9, 2023.
- ^ a b c "The Connector: Volume 3, Issue 19" (PDF). The Harris County Department of Education. January 9, 2017. Retrieved August 14, 2024.
- ^ "HCDE...New Year...Old Challenges". Texas Trash Talk. 2017-01-10. Retrieved 2023-07-10.
- ^ "Harris County Department of Education special meeting". Big Jolly Politics. 2017-01-06. Retrieved 2023-07-10.
- ^ a b [/mnt/data/The-Connector-Vol-6-Issue-30-2021.pdf "The Connector: Volume 6, Issue 30"] (PDF). The Harris County Department of Education. May 3, 2021. Retrieved August 14, 2024.
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- ^ "Board Agenda: December 18, 2019" (PDF). HCDE. The Harris County Department of Education. December 18, 2019. Retrieved August 8, 2024.
- ^ "Democrat majority on Harris County education board brings change". Houston Chronicle. September 17, 2020. Retrieved August 8, 2024.
- ^ a b [/mnt/data/The-Connector-Vol-6-Issue-14-2020.pdf "The Connector: Volume 6, Issue 14"] (PDF). The Harris County Department of Education. December 14, 2020. Retrieved August 14, 2024.
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- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Eric Dick's Educational Background". Eric Dick Official Website. Retrieved August 14, 2024.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i "Eric Dick LinkedIn Profile". Retrieved August 14, 2024.
- ^ [/mnt/data/Top Rated Houston, TX Insurance Coverage Attorney _ Eric Dick _ Super Lawyers.pdf "Top Rated Houston, TX Insurance Coverage Attorney"] (PDF). Super Lawyers. Retrieved August 14, 2024.
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- ^ "State Bar of Texas - Find A Lawyer - Eric B. Dick". Retrieved August 14, 2024.
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