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.