Candidate for
Member, Democratic Party County Central Committee; County of San Francisco; State Assembly District 19

I'm a proud resident of the Richmond District (District 1). It's not just where I live, it's my community. As a long time community organizer and a neighborhood leader, who has the experience when it comes to bringing people together and advocating for diverse communities, I plan to bring that experience to the DCCC so that I can help make what it does better known within our communities. I want San Francisco Democrats to be able to feel connected to our Party, not perpetuate the misconception that those who serve on the DCCC are just a bunch of political insiders who don't care about their needs or opinions. Proving that the DCCC actually plays a valuable role in the decisions that affects our day to day lives on a local, state and national level. That will make our party stronger and in turn will make our communities stronger. It comes full circle.

If elected, I will have the ability and responsibility to vote on resolutions, and to endorse local, state, and national candidates as well as propositions and bonds that aim to help San Franciscans. Those endorsements are what go out to voters before election day to help people better navigate the ballot. The DCCC also is responsible for registering more Democrats which gives voters a feeling of investment in the political process. The DCCC is also in charge of overseeing our City's many chartered Democratic clubs which encourages more active grassroots participation in democracy.

That's not just a campaign promise, it's something that I've already proven by currently serving on the following organizations:

• The Richmond District Democratic Club: Vice President April 2012 to Present, Board Member at Large April 2011-April 2012
• Girl Scouts of Northern California, San Francisco Service Unit Administrative Board: Recording Secretary, Currently developing a program that will connect older Girl Scouts with their elected officials and women in political leadership through volunteering and mentoring.

• Howard Dean for America: Seattle Neighborhood Precinct Captain, Washington State Caucus Organizer
• The Courage Campaign: Founded San Francisco West Side Equality Team, *United San Francisco Equality Team Leader, City and County of San Francisco Deputy Field Organizer
• Organizing for America: CA Congressional District 8 Community Organizer, Vote 2010 San Francisco Field Organizer
• John Avalos for Mayor: Volunteer Precinct Captain Trainer, Fundraising Volunteer

I've lived in San Francisco for almost two decades. I've been a student, a renter, and a business owner. And during my time here, I've seen a lot of changes politically and economically. I've been involved with grassroots organizing for many years and have witnessed some pretty amazing things come out of these small movements. As a community organizer, I feel that one of the most powerful things that I can do is to teach others how to take measurable actions and organize in their communities.

I've stayed behind the scenes for a long time. Now I'm ready to do more to advance Democrats in our community and I hope you'll join me.