By : Fabian Curiel
Many times in life things don ’ t turn out the way we want them to but in the end everything usually works itself out . As El Pasoan ’ s saw the first set of numbers come in , it was clear that Oscar Leeser would defeat The Gay Communities candidate of choice , Steve Ortega .
Ortega , the City Rep who publicly spoke out in favor of equality , campaigned hard to ensure his message resonated . Unfortunately , an unpopular ballpark deal was looming over his entire campaign sending voters to the alternate choice .
So what is the other choice ? Apparently , a gentleman with a stong passion to also move the city forward . Election night Leeser said , " Mr . Ortega has been nothing but a gentleman to me . If he was here , I ' d give him a hug ." A statement like this can only come from a good guy .
Oscar Leeser is now our Mayor Elect and we must support him as our new leader . We must work as allies as we continue the fight for equality , Reach out to him and let him know what your concerns are .
I am confidant a man like Mr . Leeser will be more than glad to hear us out .