| Garden Grove, CA – Garden Grove City Councilwoman Kim Bernice Nguyen announced the endorsement of California State Senator Tom Umberg who represents the 34th Senate District which encompasses most of the 1st Supervisorial District. Senator Umberg is a retired U.S. Army Colonel, former federal criminal prosecutor, three term state legislator, small business owner and Deputy Drug Czar for President Clinton. In the California State Senate, Senator Umberg serves as chair of the Committee on Senate Elections and Constitutional Amendments as well as the Co-Chair of the Joint Select Committee on the Census among other positions. As a former State Assemblymember he deliver $563 million in funds directly to Orange County.
In announcing his endorsement, the Senator stated:
I am excited to endorse Garden Grove City Councilwoman Kim Bernice Nguyen for Orange County Board of Supervisors, District 1. She represents the future of Orange County. Her extensive public policy knowledge and her leadership on city council demonstrates her ability to work across the aisle pushing forth initiatives that support the quality of life for residents throughout the city. I know she will use those skills well as our next Supervisor.
Councilwoman Nguyen had this to say about her most recent endorsement:
“I am honored to receive the endorsement of Senator Tom Umberg. His leadership in the U.S. Army, the Clinton Administration and both chambers of the California State Legislature have shown his effectiveness and dedication as a civic leader. I am proud to call him my State Senator and look forward to working with him as a member of the Orange County Board of Supervisors.”
As the daughter of a Mexican immigrant and Vietnamese refugee Kim knows the value of hard work, dedication and sacrifice. Her humble beginnings as a first generation American shaped her advocacy and drive to create a more inclusive community. She was the first in her family to graduate high school and obtain a college degree. She has continued to break barriers and open doors for others to follow. In 2016, she became the first Latina and youngest person to ever be elected to the Garden Grove City Council. During her time on the City Council, she has been a leader in creating economic opportunities for low income communities, increasing funding for infrastructure repairs thought the City, and has worked tirelessly to protect immigrant communities.
Senator Umberg joins leaders throughout Orange County in supporting Kim Nguyen for Orange County Board of Supervisors:
Women In Leadership
Santa Ana Councilmember David Peñaloza
Irvine Councilwoman Farrah Khan
Tustin Mayor Pro Tem Letitia Clark
Costa Mesa Councilwoman Andrea Marr
Aliso Viejo Councilwoman Tiffany Ackley
Costa Mesa Councilwoman Arlis Reynolds
Fullerton School Board President Jeanette Vasquez
Anaheim Elementary School Board Trustee Mark Lopez
Artesia Councilwoman Melissa Ramoso
Nicole Ramirez, Garden Grove Parks & Recreation Commissioner*
Ray Martinez, President, Northeast Garden Grove Little League*
Dan Jacobson, Past Chair, DFOC* |
