If you live AD47, why not take fifteen minutes out of your day this Sunday, January 11 and support a fellow Asian American who is trying to make a difference on the political scene. Here's Panney's candidate statement asking for your support:
PANNEY WEI CANDIDATE STATEMENTThe election is done through a caucus election for Democrats in the district. To find out if you live in AD 47, you can enter your zip code or address here.
Representing Your Voices in the Democratic Party
Endorsed by: California.CAN, the California Statewide MyBO Community Action Network Group as a Team Change Delegate Candidate
LA Grassroots for Obama
Southern California Obama Team
Julie Soo, Chair, CA Democratic Party API Caucus
LA County Young Democrats
Dear Friends:
I would be truly honored to serve the people of our amazing district as a delegate for AD 47. 2009 brings a year of change, opening the doors of opportunity, and ushering a new wave of peace, prosperity, and hope to our nation, our district, and our community as a whole. District 47 is a very diverse community of unique citizens from all walks of life, and I look forward to representing you and your concerns to the best of my ability and working hard for you and our party. I am also endorsed by California.CAN, the California Statewide MyBO Community Action Network Group as a Team Change Delegate Candidate, LA Grassroots 4 Obama, and Southern California Obama Team, and look forward to continue working on key issues like our economy, women's issues, environment, education, and social justice to make a positive impact in people's lives in our state and local affairs. In my life span, I have always considered myself a public servant and community activist, having been designated as a Goodwill Ambassador for the State of California and having worked for organizations like Amnesty International, Visual Communications, Battered Women's Society, Asian Americans for Progress, LA County Young Democrats, and Senator Dianne Feinstein, and campaigned for Bill Clinton, Kerry, and Barack Obama, participating in this year's historic Democratic National Convention where Barack Obama, was nominated as our first African American president, and donated my time, energy, and resources to many non-profit organizations that positively impact our society, especially youth and minorities. Being Chinese American, I have a unique perspective, sensitivity, and wisdom acquired from leveraging the strengths of both cultures, Western and Eastern, to become a successful leader in society. I am a Certified Hypnotherapist-Life Coach-Motivational Speaker-Educator and currently host a hit talk show on KCAA 1050 AM radio called Positive Changes with Panney Wei. Positive change is what I promote in my private practice and in my personal and professional life. It is my personal life mission to see people thrive and succeed and live a life beyond their wildest dreams. Gandhi once said, You must first be the change you wish to see in the world. I hope you will consider me as your delegate for AD 47. It would be my utmost honor to have your faith and support. 2009 is a year of change all across America, in our world, and in our communities. Vote for Panney Wei on January 11th, representing your voices in the Democratic Party. Thanks for your support!
The district includes the cities of: Baldwin Hills, Culver City, Ladera Heights, Los Angeles (Cheviot Hills, Country Club Park, Crenshaw, Hyde Park, Jefferson Park, Leimert Park, Mid City, Palms, Rancho Park, Sawtelle, West Adams, West Fairfax, West Los Angeles, Westchester), View Park, and Windsor Hills.
Panney is the only Asian Pacific American running in her district, and the only APA female. To find our more about her and her experience, go to Panney's website here.
While I'm at it, I should mention that if you happen to live in the 58th Assembly District, I recommend you vote for fellow reader Jay Chen, Governing Board member of the Hacienda-La Puente Unified School District.
The 58th AD includes the communities of Hacienda Heights, Rowland Heights, South San Gabriel, South San Jose Hills, Valinda, Montebello, Pico Rivera, portions of City of Industry, Downey, La Mirada and Whittier and portions of East Los Angeles.
During the 2008 election, Jay was the sole pledged Obama delegate from CD 38, and the only Asian American district-level delegate from Southern California. Vote for him this Sunday, January 11. To learn more about Jay, who's a cool guy with a bright future in public office, go to his website here.