JAMES LO ANNOUNCES CANDIDACY FOR SAINT PAUL CITY COUNCIL WARD 1

 

“We Rise Together”

 

[St. Paul, Minnesota] - Today, longtime resident, father, educator, entrepreneur, and community leader James Lo announces his candidacy for Saint Paul City Council Ward 1. After living almost 30 years in Ward 1, James has seen the transformation of the neighborhood, challenges and benefits that it has provided for families and residents.

 

“I am running because I truly care for our city and have a passion to make it better for all families.   Ward 1 represents the heart of Saint Paul because of its rich tapestry of people, history, geography and is the most racially and economically diverse ward.   Our diversity is our strength. With uncertainties and challenges of affordable housing, public safety, city services, education and economic development, we need to work and rise together to best address these challenges.  As your next City Council Member, I will listen to you, work with you, and fight for you to make sure our city policy works for all Ward 1 residents.” - James Lo  

 

James is an education champion and a proud union member of the Saint Paul Federation of Educators Local 28. He is a full-time Licensed School Counselor at Harding Senior High School with a passion to help students and families  achieve their education goals. James grew up in St. Paul, and attended St. Paul Public Schools. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-River Falls with a Masters Degree in Education and School Counseling.  James is an entrepreneur, Licensed Realtor, and community leader. James, his wife Clara, and their seven children live in Frogtown.

 

“I am excited to endorse James Lo for the Ward 1 office. For almost ten years, I served the people of Ward 1. We made great progress together. I know the people of Ward 1 are special. They are courageous, determined, hardworking, and resilient. All they need are their fair share of investments and opportunities to build great lives in Ward 1. I believe James Lo is the most prepared candidate to be an effective and fair Council member who will listen to everyone. He doesn’t feel entitled, but instead believes he has a responsibility as an American to serve and advocate for his fellow Ward 1 residents. St. Paul is at a critical time of deep inflation, crime, taxes, housing shortage, and economic challenges. We need a dynamic leader with the capacity and heart to lead and bring everyone together to fight for each other, and to build great lives together. As an educator, business leader, father, and homeowner, James has the critical foundation to be an effective leader in City Hall, and is ready to fight for investments and opportunities for Ward 1’s residents and businesses. Join me in supporting James Lo!” - Former Council Member Dai Thao

 

“I look forward to meeting you all in person, listening to you, and working with you to make Ward 1 better for everyone.  Please join our campaign - to become my delegate, volunteer, and vote for me.  A vote for me is a vote for you.  I appreciate you and let's rise together!” -James Lo