Irene Smith is campaigning for a San Jose City Council seat in District 3, where the political landscape has shifted since her last attempt. Following a child molestation scandal involving former councilmember Omar Torres, voters are now more focused on candidates' policies rather than personalities. The upcoming election on April 8 features seven candidates, with Smith emphasizing her independent approach and diverse experiences, as residents express a desire for authenticity and a shift from being influenced by prominent figures.
"I think people are really fed up with being told who to vote for and I do think that the independent streak of D3 is ascendant again."
"Instead of fielding questions at residents' doors like, 'Can you tell me about your resume,' voters are digging more into specifics and how candidates can drive results."
Collection
[
|
...
]