GONZALEZ RESPONDS TO LONGORIA'S "TECHNICALITY" CLAIM

By Michael Gonzalez

"Rick Longoria responded to our ballot challenge in his recent FB post. As predicted, he called it a technicality and tried to downplay the impact my profession would have on my decision-making if elected.

This campaign is about the issues that matter to District 1. I am running a professional campaign to inform the electorate. The ballot challenge just begins the larger discussion about how, in the past, the city tends to selectively apply rules in disregard of the interplay between local, state, and federal laws.

What are technicalities Rick? Technicalities are points of law or small details within a larger set of rules. It appears that the city has been willing to use those small details to further an agenda even if it hurts the most vulnerable amongst us. Was it not a technicality that the city used in attempting to “convey” instead of “sell” Lincoln Park to UT?

Rick, you ask where I stand on important issues to District 1? I am on record as being against the relocation of Lincoln Park. Unlike you, I have already met with county and state officials to discuss the interplay between the East Loop and the city’s proposed new Lincoln Park location. See my latest press release attached to this post for more details.

So, if elected, what will I offer District 1? I promise a comprehensive approach to decision-making. I promise a collaborative effort with local, state and federal officials. I promise to make decisions within the boundaries of power set forth by the rule of law. I promise to do so with zealous advocacy for the hardworking people of District 1.

You all can expect more press releases from me. I promise to keep this transparent, informative and exciting. Thank you for your continued support.

MG
P.S. Rick, they are not “your people” they are our equals."