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Tag Archives: Tim Orozco
Lan Diep Wants Rematch in San Jose’s District 4 Council Race
San Jose’s District 4 councilman will face a familiar opponent in his bid for re-election: Lan Diep, who lost by a slim margin in last year’s race.
Councilman Manh Nguyen’s Odd Preference for Part-Time Staff
Something fishy is going on in the D4 Council office. Since Manh Nguyen took over the seat, he’s taken an unusual approach to filling out his staff.
Ethics Commission to Investigate Council, Mayor, Past Candidates
San Jose’s Ethics Commission has launched an investigation into dozens of elected leaders and candidates who flouted local election law.
Mayor, Nearly Half the Council Broke a San Jose Election Law
The sudden realization that most of San Jose’s lawmakers are law breakers is not the best way to end summer vacation. Not that they intended to end up on the wrong side of the law, of course.
Local Democratic Party Votes Down Idea to Join Chamber
Two major political adversaries nearly hooked up last week, threatening to disrupt a rivalry in local politics.
Councilman Peralez Strips Down for Monday Night Live
Monday Night Live! ramped up the raunchiness with a skit that left freshman Councilman Raul Peralez drenched and shirtless.
Nguyen Coasts to Victory in D4
Manh Nguyen finished Election Day with a solid 13.6-point lead over his opponent.
Polls Open for San Jose’s District 4 City Council Special Election
Residents of north San Jose’s Berryessa neighborhood have until 8 tonight to cast their vote for a new City Council member.
Commission Poised to Dismiss Complaints against Manh Nguyen
An independent evaluator has recommended dismissing complaints against Manh Nguyen, who’s running against Tim Orozco for San Jose’s District 4 council seat.