I’ve been producing events to prepare for different situations related to campaigning or being a sitting councilor. I had a lot of fun doing a mock debate with Amir Kat and Marcus French at the Covert Cafe. If I can survive going toe to toe with top tier comedians I think I can take on anything.

I think some people in local politics are still trying to figure out why my campaign appears to keeps growing despite me not running a traditional fundraising first campaign 😏

Glad to see both candidates I endorsed from my Asian American community platforms won their races and hopefully brought more attention to the importance of local Judge and Metro Council elections. Congratulations to Judge Joanna Perini-Abbott and Metro Councilor Miles Palacios!

Before attending the 350 PDX candidate speed panel and mixer I reflected on the different opportunities I have had to explore climate related work directly so far this year.

Was hoping this wouldn't feel exactly the same as last year's budget chaos, but...

An interesting day of community testimony so far.

Do you find the Portland Budget exhausting to go through? So do I and was glad to trial run what I hope can become a way to involve the public in major challenges like the budget yesterday. I invited a small diverse group ideologically and experience to go through the budget amendments together.

Stopped by the new East County Library for their grand opening. It was nice to see such an ambitious project meant for the general public to enjoy.

The sold-out return of the Portland Fire proves Portland’s sports culture is bigger than a single franchise. We can negotiate from a position of confidence now, not fear. Portlanders deserve a direct say in if, when, and how tax dollars are used to renovate the Moda. #portland #pdx #portlandor

As one of the only visible immigrants running for Portland City Council it has been interesting to watch the discourse and competition over who is the “most progressive” for immigrants and marginalized communities, politics is more about safety, rights, dignity, and surviving systemic barriers.

One thing that is becoming clear as I attend the budget meetings is that nobody seems to be operating with enough information, data, or understanding to make an informed decision. The Council needs to reject the budget with notes on how to best present the budget to them so they can weigh in on it.

Looks like Waymo spent $21,000 in this latest report... #portland #pdx #portlandoregon #portlandor

Thoughts? www.wweek.com/news/city/20...

Key roles at PDX 311 are on the chopping block as demand is about to skyrocket. 311 already connects people to both city and county services. We already both fund it. I believe we should amend our intergovernmental agreement with the county to protect budget for existing staffing. #portland #pdx

We’ve seen that coordinated action is possible when leaders decide something matters. With elections coming up, this is our moment to remind them what truly matters to the people they serve. #portland #pdx #portlandoregon #portlandor

Am I crazy for thinking that would it have made more sense for Portland City Council to release one shared budget survey instead of several separate ones? Feels like that would have avoided duplication of staff time, cost, work, & make outreach+participation easier for residents... #portland #pdx

A great opportunity to start meeting a lot of candidates for Portland City Council before the race becomes more crowded! Free event but limited space. Includes a panel, Q&A, tabling, and testimony. www.eventbrite.com/e/portland-c... #portland #portlandoregon #portlandor #pdx #portlandpolitics