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City Council
District 4: John HollawayRecommended
Carson has two competitive races for city council. In District 4, Democrat John Hollaway is challenging incumbent Arleen Bocatija Rojas who has the support of the local police unions. John has the endorsement from the LA County Democratic Party and the backing of our allies at Indivisible South Bay.
Holloway is a business owner, community organizer, Public Works Commission alternate, and founder of Carson 411, a community-information network that developed into a nonprofit serving thousands of residents. He’s organized scholarships, food and toy distributions, homeless outreach, neighborhood cleanups, senior programs, community bicycle rides, student assistance, and support for local businesses. He also serves as treasurer of Carson Accountability and Transparency. His campaign emphasizes transparency, equity, healthy lifestyles, senior care, infrastructure, and responsive government.
We recommend you vote for him.