Mahan's foray into governorship sparks divided opinions in San Jose community. The local politician's entry into the California gubernatorial race has left some residents feeling apprehensive, while others have expressed optimism about his potential to tackle the state's pressing issues.
Supporters like former San Jose Mayor and Congressman Sam Liccardo have lent their backing, citing Mahan's leadership qualities and emphasis on accountability as key attributes. Vice Mayor Pam Foley echoed Liccardo's sentiments, saying that Mahan's successes in San Jose can be replicated statewide.
However, not everyone shares this enthusiasm. Critics point to the unfinished business left by Mahan during his brief tenure as mayor, with some arguing that he prioritized short-term gains over long-term solutions. The unhoused population has been particularly vocal about their discontent, citing inadequate distribution of interim housing and sweeping measures.
Councilmember Bien Doan expressed a more nuanced view, stating that he wants a governor who can fight for all Californians, regardless of party affiliation or regional loyalty. He also emphasized the importance of building relationships at both the state and federal levels.
As the gubernatorial race heats up, many voters remain undecided, unsure which candidate will best represent their interests. Mahan's decision to run for governor has set off a contentious debate within the San Jose community, with opinions sharply divided along party lines and geographical fault lines.
Supporters like former San Jose Mayor and Congressman Sam Liccardo have lent their backing, citing Mahan's leadership qualities and emphasis on accountability as key attributes. Vice Mayor Pam Foley echoed Liccardo's sentiments, saying that Mahan's successes in San Jose can be replicated statewide.
However, not everyone shares this enthusiasm. Critics point to the unfinished business left by Mahan during his brief tenure as mayor, with some arguing that he prioritized short-term gains over long-term solutions. The unhoused population has been particularly vocal about their discontent, citing inadequate distribution of interim housing and sweeping measures.
Councilmember Bien Doan expressed a more nuanced view, stating that he wants a governor who can fight for all Californians, regardless of party affiliation or regional loyalty. He also emphasized the importance of building relationships at both the state and federal levels.
As the gubernatorial race heats up, many voters remain undecided, unsure which candidate will best represent their interests. Mahan's decision to run for governor has set off a contentious debate within the San Jose community, with opinions sharply divided along party lines and geographical fault lines.
BUT OTHERS ARE LIKE "WAIT A MINUTE, WHAT ABOUT ALL THE UNFINISHED BUSINESS FROM WHEN HE WAS MAYOR?!" 
IT'S PRETTY DIVIDED HERE IN THE COMMUNITY, TO BE HONEST!
. Can't have a governor who's all about short-term gains, fam! 
. But, I also feel bad 4 the unhoused population - they deserve better than just interim housing solutions 
. I've been followin' Sam Liccardo's thoughts on this, and he makes some solid points about Mahan's potential to tackle big issues 
. On the other hand, ppl who are skeptical 'bout Mahan's tenure in San Jose got some valid concerns 
. Maybe what we really need is someone who can bridge the gap between party affiliations & regional loyalty? 
. At this point, I'm still tryin' 2 figure out w/er Mahan's for governor is gonna shake things up or just stir up more drama 
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. But at the same time, we need someone who can bring people together, you know? Like Councilmember Doan said, it's all about fightin' for everyone, not just one party or region 
, politicians are always up to something 
! On one hand, you got the Mahan fans who think he's gonna be the savior of California 
, and on the other side, you got those who are just waiting for him to mess up so they can say "I told you so" 
. The unhoused population is especially worried because, let's face it, housing is a huge issue 
. It's like, how hard can it be to build some decent shelters? 
I guess we'll just have to wait and see who comes out on top 
. But honestly, who knows what the future holds? Maybe Mahan will surprise us all and become a great governor 
... or maybe he'll mess up big time 
! Either way, it's gonna be entertaining to watch 
. But then there are the critics who are like, "Uh, what about all the unfinished stuff from his time as mayor?" 
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. It'll be interesting to see how this all plays out...
Mahan's decision to run for governor is supposed to be about tackling the state's pressing issues, but honestly, it feels like he's just gonna be another politician who talks a good game and doesn't deliver 
It feels like we're stuck in this never-ending cycle of politicking and nothing ever actually gets done 
. Like, can’t we just support whoever seems genuine to us? Sam Liccardo and Pam Foley seem legit, but then there's all this baggage about Mahan not doing enough for the unhoused population 
. I don’t know if party lines really matter that much. We need someone who’s gonna listen to both sides and try to find common ground, you know? 
, but I guess that’s what happens when ppl care about the future of Cali