Mike Bonin, L.A. City Councilman Who Focused On Homelessness Crisis, Says He Will Not Seek Reelection
deadline.comLos Angeles City Councilman Mike Bonin announced today he will not run for a third term in the June primary, saying he will instead focus on his personal health.“I’ve struggled for years with depression.
It’s a constant companion, and often a heavy one. There are times when this job has made that easier, and times when it has made it more challenging.
Instead of seeking another term, it’s time for me to focus on health and wellness,” Bonin wrote on Twitter.Today I announced I've decided not to seek reelection to the LA City Council.This is a difficult, deeply personal decision, and I’ve wrestled with it for several days, but I’m confident it is the right choice for the right reasons. (thread)https://t.co/SvCwNKOTa0— Mike Bonin (@mikebonin) January 27, 2022The District 11 councilman, who is one of the City Council’s most progressive members, won his last election in 2017 with 71% of the vote.
He had previously announced he would seek reelection to the district that includes Venice, Pacific Palisades, Mar Vista and Westchester.Bonin was the target of a recall effort in 2021.
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