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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.”
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.
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Eduardo Barraza
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February 13, 2007