The CD-10 Candidate Forum held on December 2nd marked a pivotal moment for Koreatown and the broader Los Angeles community. The event took place at South Asian Network’s new location in Koreatown and was hosted by AAPI Equity Alliance, and support from partnering organizations such as CAUSE, Koreatown Youth + Community Center (KYCC), Faith and Community Empowerment (FACE), and the Korean American Coalition - Los Angeles (KACLA), the event showcased the power of unity and civic engagement. As the election season progresses, the forum serves as a cornerstone for informed decision-making within the API community, shaping the future of Los Angeles City Council District 10. District 10 encompasses the diverse neighborhoods such as Arlington Heights, Koreatown, Little Bangladesh, Mid-City, Olympic Park, Palms, South Robertson, West Adams, West Pico, and Wilshire Center.
CD-10 City Council Candidates from Left to Right: Rev. Eddie Anderson, Assemblymember Reggie Jones Sawyer, Aura Vasquez, and Attorney Grace Yoo
The highlight of the event was the meaningful engagement between the panelists and the API (Asian and Pacific Islander) community. The candidates, Attorney Grace Yoo, Rev. Eddie Anderson, Aura Vasquez, and Assemblymember Reggie Jones Sawyer, took the opportunity to connect with the audience, addressing their concerns and sharing their visions for the future of Los Angeles City Council District 10.
Thank you to the CD-10 candidates—Attorney Grace Yoo, Rev. Eddie Anderson, Aura Vasquez, and Assemblymember Reggie Jones Sawyer. Their active participation and willingness to engage with the audience, listen to concerns, and share their perspectives contributed significantly to the overall success of the forum. It is through such events that the community can make informed decisions about its leadership. This event was made possible through the collaborative efforts of AAPI Equity Alliance, CAUSE, KYCC, FACE, and KACLA.
Charlize Ott, CLA 2022 Alumni, takes the podium to pose a question to the CD-10 candidates.
Los Angeles primary elections on March 5, 2024, will determine candidates for the November 5, 2024, runoff elections. Stay tuned for video coverage of the event!
