Tuesday’s election gives Anaheim voters an opportunity to bring independent voices and a fresh perspective to City Hall. It’s time to shift from a city council torn apart by sweetheart deals and special interests towards a cohesive, pragmatic council that is working together on behalf of all Anaheim residents.
Let me tell you why this is important and who can help me put Anaheim on a better path. Continue reading
The Democratic Party of Orange County and the Orange County Young Democrats are hosting an Election Night watch party, on Tuesday night, Nov. 6, starting at 8 pm. The party will be held at Original Mike’s, in Santa Ana, at 100 South Main St.
RSVP at info@ocdemocrats.org of (714)835-5158. Suggested Donation of $5.00. Light appetizers will be served. Continue reading
John Leos Responds to Negative Campaign of Corporate Interests
ANAHEIM (October 29, 2012) — The Voice of OC reported today that Disney-funded PACs supporting Steve Chavez Lodge and Jordan Brandman for Anaheim City Council have in turn funded another PAC which is sending out negative mailers opposing John Leos for Anaheim City Council. That PAC’s principal officer, Citizens for Anaheim’s Future, is former Anaheim mayor-turned-lobbyist Curt Pringle. Continue reading
Supervisor Shawn Nelson Endorses John Leos for Anaheim City Council
ANAHEIM (October 19, 2012) –Supervisor Shawn Nelson of the 4th District has endorsed John Leos in his bid to win a seat on the Anaheim City Council. Pro-taxpayer and pro-accountability Nelson is a popular, no-nonsense lawmaker who believes local government cannot afford to continue doing business as usual. Continue reading
Anaheim City Council Candidates Forum set for Monday, October 22, 2012, from 6:00 pm until 7:30 pm.
This may be the last chance to watch the Anaheim City Council candidates debate, before the Nov. 6 general election. Continue reading
I spoke to a leader in the Orange County trades unions this week about what is being perceived as a conflict of interest. Apparently the campaign of John Leos, a candidate for the Anaheim City Council, is being run by Andrew Gibson, the brother of OCEA President Robert Gibson. The OCEA has endorsed Leos, a longtime member of their union.
The trade unions have really suffered over the past few years with the recession, which hit the building industry particularly hard. There was a boon for awhile with school bond measure driven construction but that is all about done now too. So they have understandably gotten behind the Anaheim Council candidats who support the use of Anaheim Hotel Tax money to help fund the construction of a new hotel in Anaheim. Continue reading