John, 

What a year it has been. We came so close to advancing - just a couple of percentage points away. We must do better for working people here - and that's just what we'll do.

Thank you everyone for your support throughout this campaign. We couldn't have done this without you - we could not have built this powerhouse here in North Orange County that will surely see victories from here on out. 

Below is my official statement:

Yours In Solidarity,

Mike Ortega