From The Desk Of
ASSEMBLYWOMAN DIANE L. HARKEY
73RD DISTRICT

College Republicans Win One for Oceanside

Last night voters of the 73rd Assembly District in the city of Oceanside resoundingly rejected the union-financed attempt to recall City Councilman Jerry Kern by nearly a 2 to 1 margin. Jerry Kern’s victory, supported by the strong grassroots program implemented by the California College Republicans and led by Chairman Michael Antonopoulos, sends a strong message that the taxpayers of California are not a blank check for public employee unions.

The College Republicans organized a five week field program that consisted of phone banking, targeted absentee ballot chasing, large weekend precinct walks, and a well-oiled GOTV program that led to a 63% victory for Councilman Kern on election night.

Special recognition should go to Michael Antonopoulos and the team of California College Republican leaders including Megan Rodriguez, Clinton Soffer, Chasen Bullock, Matthew Donnellan, and Matthew Dobler who worked tirelessly to make this victory possible.

Most importantly, congratulations Jerry Kern and the taxpayers of Oceanside!

-Diane