I can’t figure out why Jerry Hayden is running for the 46th Congressional District (see map at the end of this post) which includes Anaheim, Santa Ana and parts of Orange and Garden Grove. Hayden, who is described on the ballot as a “Local Independent Businessman” is one of several candidates running for the 46th in the Open Primary, against U.S. Representative Loretta Sanchez. Hayden is endorsed by the Republican Party of Orange County, but you really have to wonder why they would get behind a candidate who quite simply cannot hope to beat Sanchez. Continue reading