| Irvine, CA – Longtime resident, business owner, and community volunteer William Go launched his campaign for Irvine City Council District 2 on June 9, quickly amassing momentum and staying on track to out-fundraise all other candidates. In just the first 3 weeks of his campaign, William raised over $52,200 from 149 individual contributors and earned more than a dozen endorsements from local leaders, including Irvine Council Member Tammy Kim and Irvine Unified School District Trustee Dr. Jeff Kim.
In William Go’s first FPPC filing report for the June 30 deadline, the vast majority of all contributors live in Orange County; 80% are in OC, 15% CA, 5% greater US, and no international donors. This data proves the overwhelming local and grassroots support pouring in directly from our community for William’s groundbreaking candidacy, showcasing his momentum and marking a strong start to the campaign.
William Go’s campaign now has a clear path to victory this November. His strong campaign leads grassroots fundraising among all candidates for District 2. William is also the only Democratic AAPI candidate (Asian American and Pacific Islanders) in a district that has both a majority AAPI population and a Democratic voter registration advantage, creating a historic opportunity for a more diverse City Council. The California Voting Rights Act has significantly influenced Irvine’s adoption of district-based elections, with the goal of better reflecting our diverse population on the City Council, and promoting a more inclusive political landscape in Irvine.
Council Member Tammy Kim provided this statement of support: “I am proud to endorse William Go for Irvine City Council, District 2. As an Irvine resident for 2 decades, homegrown leader, and successful business owner, I know that William will be a champion for residents from all backgrounds. He is the best candidate in this race who is committed to building a better future for Irvine. William’s commitment to our community’s safety, investing in the Great Park, and supporting housing affordability will improve the lives of Irvine families. William is the right leader for District 2.”
Campaign Endorsements:
- Ted Lieu, U.S. Congress Member, CA-36
- Tammy Kim, Irvine City Council Member
- Dr. Jeff Kim, Irvine Unified School District Trustee
- Joyce Ahn, Buena Park Vice Mayor
- Fred Jung, Fullerton Mayor Pro Tem
- Jeff Harlan, Costa Mesa Mayor Pro Tem
- Manuel Chavez, Costa Mesa City Council Member
- Loren Gameros, Costa Mesa City Council Member
- Melinda Liu, Irvine Finance Commissioner
- Jing Sun, Irvine Community Services Commissioner
- Ken Montgomery, Fmr. Irvine Transportation Commissioner
- Arnis Dela Cusack, Irvine Great Park Task Force Member
- Daniel Chao, Irvine Great Park Task Force Member
- Mark Deppe, Irvine Great Park Task Force Member
- Kendra Chao, Irvine Great Park Task Force Member
About William Go
William and his wife, Jennifer, have lived in Irvine and been involved in our community for 2 decades. They love the City of Irvine and they currently own a home in District 2. While running a successful business, William has dedicated many years to volunteering and working with the city’s aquatics programs as a swim coach, swim instructor, and certified lifeguard. He and Jennifer have been volunteers for the University of California, Irvine (UCI) Bike Ambassador Program and are strong supporters of active, safe, and sustainable transportation. William also recently served on the City of Irvine’s Great Park Development Task Force, appointed in 2022 by Council Member Tammy Kim.
Despite the obstacles of being a young immigrant, William excelled academically and became the first in his family to graduate from college with both a bachelors and masters degree. He earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Engineering and a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from UC Irvine over 20 years ago.
An immigrant who was raised by a single mother, William’s journey to become a successful business owner is a testament to perseverance, hard work, service to the community, and the American Dream. Our campaign is built on these values.
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