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ENDORSEMENT OF RAFAEL ORTEGA FOR MAYOR by KAZOUA KONG-THAO
I am supporting Rafael because he is ready to build a diverse and exciting Saint Paul right now. Commissioner Ortega was a co-chair of my campaign for the school board two years ago, and it was an honor to have his help. In every instance - a Hmong dinner, a Chamber of Commerce reception, or an issues forum, he connected with people in a thoughtful, joyful way.
We need that in this campaign and we need it in the Saint Paul of the future. Anybody who has worked with our schools or spent time on the East Side knows this city is changing and our new Mayor needs to be able to take advantage of the diversity; not be afraid of it or exploit it cheaply.
In my community, we have had great successes, but we have struggles, too. I think that only a Mayor with a long history in our communities of color, who has developed trust and understanding, will be able to help with the healing. Rafael is ready to step in, be a strong leader, and connect our communities - physically, with a 21st century transit system and parks and recreation centers, and with respect - person to person. I am excited to be a part of his campaign and I hope you will join us.
- Kazoua Kong-Thao, Como-Midway, Ward 5
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