I feel wildly undeserving of being included on this list, but I am so, so grateful.
One of the biggest things I’ve learned is how much local elections matter, and how easy it is for all of us doing this work to stay in our own little city or school district bubbles.
You do such a great job connecting people across Orange County and reminding us that a lot of these local fights, challenges, and successes are all connected.
The work you're doing is just awesome, and I’m genuinely honored to be included.
You belong in the Gallery too, Jeff! These profiles of indefatigable energy and courage give me hope that we can win against the fraudsters, fanatics, and fomenters. PS When you publish an addendum, add Sherine Smith also.
Great picks! I look forward to hearing more about the ones I don't know. Gentle correction. Mary Carter is an absolute must pick, but I think your picture is of Jill Nelke, as active as Mary Carter but more shy. Suggested edit...get a good pic of Mary and add a write-up of Jill. Also, I second that JJ Galvez should be on the list.
💯 for Levin, Foley, Cappelle, DWSOC crew, and Weiss so I'm sure the others are great too. In fact, when people complain that all politicians are corrupt I hold Mike Levin up as the counterargument. So sad that I've been redistricted (Dana Point).
Love this list! I’m sure it could have been more than twice the length. We have so many in our communities who give endlessly. I’m thrilled to call many of them friends. Important adds should be the ladies and men who are working so hard to help HB regain its reputation. Protect HB is a standout group! Thanks Jeff for giving us this very positive post.
Thank you for recognizing Amy Capelle and the many other WAVE women on this list (like Joanna and Linda). One of the best things about WAVE right now is how much Amy has reached out to other organizations to collaborate and work together. ZERO ego there.
You left out JJ Galvez; candidate for CA Assembly District 71. This young man is the real deal. He has put in the work, takes no corporate PAC money and runs one of the most joyful campaigns in OC and Riverside counties. Really challenging district. Please check him out at JJ Galvez.com
Thanks so much for this. I appreciate your recognition and adulation of these people, particularly because I know many of them and know they deserve this recognition!
Norberto is the shit. Voice of OC does such good reporting but it also does a great job of getting college students involved in local reporting. Just a great publication made and ran by a great dude.
I feel wildly undeserving of being included on this list, but I am so, so grateful.
One of the biggest things I’ve learned is how much local elections matter, and how easy it is for all of us doing this work to stay in our own little city or school district bubbles.
You do such a great job connecting people across Orange County and reminding us that a lot of these local fights, challenges, and successes are all connected.
The work you're doing is just awesome, and I’m genuinely honored to be included.
You belong in the Gallery too, Jeff! These profiles of indefatigable energy and courage give me hope that we can win against the fraudsters, fanatics, and fomenters. PS When you publish an addendum, add Sherine Smith also.
Great list. Thanks. I’d also include DWSOC executive board member Sherine Smith with the others that you mentioned.
Great picks! I look forward to hearing more about the ones I don't know. Gentle correction. Mary Carter is an absolute must pick, but I think your picture is of Jill Nelke, as active as Mary Carter but more shy. Suggested edit...get a good pic of Mary and add a write-up of Jill. Also, I second that JJ Galvez should be on the list.
💯 for Levin, Foley, Cappelle, DWSOC crew, and Weiss so I'm sure the others are great too. In fact, when people complain that all politicians are corrupt I hold Mike Levin up as the counterargument. So sad that I've been redistricted (Dana Point).
Love this list! I’m sure it could have been more than twice the length. We have so many in our communities who give endlessly. I’m thrilled to call many of them friends. Important adds should be the ladies and men who are working so hard to help HB regain its reputation. Protect HB is a standout group! Thanks Jeff for giving us this very positive post.
Thank you for recognizing Amy Capelle and the many other WAVE women on this list (like Joanna and Linda). One of the best things about WAVE right now is how much Amy has reached out to other organizations to collaborate and work together. ZERO ego there.
Great list!! Thanks for all the hard work by so many. And so many more not on this list. And thanks for what you do Jeff!
Thanks a million for your important coverage of OC public figures. Amazing work which I appreciate very much.
Loved all of these names!!! I know most, but looking forward to getting to know the others!
Thanks for this uplifting post on a Friday.
You left out JJ Galvez; candidate for CA Assembly District 71. This young man is the real deal. He has put in the work, takes no corporate PAC money and runs one of the most joyful campaigns in OC and Riverside counties. Really challenging district. Please check him out at JJ Galvez.com
Thanks for this list. There are some real champions in Orange County. It makes me proud to live here.
Kudos to those who made the list, and also to the many, many others who are doing what they can to make OC better and better.
Thanks so much for this. I appreciate your recognition and adulation of these people, particularly because I know many of them and know they deserve this recognition!
Norberto is the shit. Voice of OC does such good reporting but it also does a great job of getting college students involved in local reporting. Just a great publication made and ran by a great dude.
Let's make November a Blue Wave, folks.
JJ Galvez is missing from this list. Spend some time with him and you know that the next generation is extremely capable.