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| Laura Pastor Announces Candidacy for Phoenix City Council District 7 |
Under a cloudy sky but no rain, Laura Pastor officially
announced her bid for Phoenix Council District # 7 seat in the
upcoming September municipal elections. In a press
conference held at Phoenix City Hall in the Cesar Chavez
Plaza, Pastor was surrounded by government officials who
endorse her run, including City of Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon,
Arizona State Attorney Terry Goddard, and incumbent
Councilman Doug Lingner.
Mayor Gordon highlighted Pastor’s engagement in the
community since she was a child, as well as her “background,
integrity and hard work in the community.”
Pastor, a Phoenix native and mother of three, was especially
thankful for the “support, hope and patience” she has received
from her family, friends and mentors.”
In announcing her candidacy, Pastor stressed her
“commitment to education, public safety, and work for the
people of District 7 to strengthen and enhance our community.”
announced her bid for Phoenix Council District # 7 seat in the
upcoming September municipal elections. In a press
conference held at Phoenix City Hall in the Cesar Chavez
Plaza, Pastor was surrounded by government officials who
endorse her run, including City of Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon,
Arizona State Attorney Terry Goddard, and incumbent
Councilman Doug Lingner.
Mayor Gordon highlighted Pastor’s engagement in the
community since she was a child, as well as her “background,
integrity and hard work in the community.”
Pastor, a Phoenix native and mother of three, was especially
thankful for the “support, hope and patience” she has received
from her family, friends and mentors.”
In announcing her candidacy, Pastor stressed her
“commitment to education, public safety, and work for the
people of District 7 to strengthen and enhance our community.”
Laura Pastor acknowledged District 7 faces many unique
issues. “I share with many of my fellow district residents,
however, deep concerns for the future of our dynamic
community. As an actively involved and aware citizen, I am
profoundly aware of the most pressing challenges facing
the people of my district.”
Among the most pressing issues of District 7, Pastor
mentioned the “continuing need to work for adequate
transportation solutions, improved housing opportunities,
and keeping our environment safe and clean for future
generations.”
Also running for District 7 is Michael Nowakowski, Radio
Campesina's General Manager. Stephen Molldrem,
Communications Director for Nowakowski's campaign,
announced also on Tuesday that the candidate has
received the United Farm Workers of America (UFW) and
family members of Civil Rights hero Cesar E. Chavez
endorsement.
Among those in attendance at the press conference
showing their support were also Pete García from
Chicanos por la Causa, Supervisor Mary Rose Wilcox, Sen.
Richard Miranda, Reps. Steve Gallardo, Chad Campbell,
Robert Meza, David Lujan, Kyrsten Sinema. Henry Cotto,
Pastor's wife and son Eduardo were among family member
attending the press conference.
issues. “I share with many of my fellow district residents,
however, deep concerns for the future of our dynamic
community. As an actively involved and aware citizen, I am
profoundly aware of the most pressing challenges facing
the people of my district.”
Among the most pressing issues of District 7, Pastor
mentioned the “continuing need to work for adequate
transportation solutions, improved housing opportunities,
and keeping our environment safe and clean for future
generations.”
Also running for District 7 is Michael Nowakowski, Radio
Campesina's General Manager. Stephen Molldrem,
Communications Director for Nowakowski's campaign,
announced also on Tuesday that the candidate has
received the United Farm Workers of America (UFW) and
family members of Civil Rights hero Cesar E. Chavez
endorsement.
Among those in attendance at the press conference
showing their support were also Pete García from
Chicanos por la Causa, Supervisor Mary Rose Wilcox, Sen.
Richard Miranda, Reps. Steve Gallardo, Chad Campbell,
Robert Meza, David Lujan, Kyrsten Sinema. Henry Cotto,
Pastor's wife and son Eduardo were among family member
attending the press conference.
Eduardo Barraza
BARRIOZONA
February 13, 2007
BARRIOZONA
February 13, 2007
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| Photo: Eduardo Barraza BARRIOZONA |
| Photo: Eduardo Barraza BARRIOZONA |