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It's Time for Courageous Leadership

Hello!

I’m a lifelong resident of South City, graduating from Ponderosa Elementary, Alta Loma Middle School, and South San Francisco High School.

During my childhood, a close family member sustained a traumatic injury and passed away 10 years later. That experience motivated me to study Human Developmental and Regenerative Biology with Government at Harvard University and conduct neuroscience research at Massachusetts General Hospital.

I began my education with the motivation of my family, but today I wish to use it to empower and improve the lives of those around me.

I love South City, and that’s why I’m going to fight for it. We are facing an unprecedented economic and public-health crisis, and our City Council needs courageous leadership. As your councilmember, I will fight for rental and mortgage payment assistance for residents during the coronavirus pandemic. I will address climate change, improve public safety, encourage affordable housing, establish universal Pre-K, invest in our community’s infrastructure, and combat all forms of hate and racism.

I stand with unions and the working class of South San Francisco, and will fight for the rights of all workers. I do not accept money from private developers, fossil fuel companies, or corporations. I will prioritize honesty, transparency, and accountability.

I’d be honored to have your vote.

Thank you,

James

I have witnessed James Coleman’s leadership firsthand in 2016 through his devotion to local projects that are towards environmental justice, and racial equity, and social justice. I am confident that James’ intentions reflect the needs of South City as a diverse, multigenerational, and multicultural community. If there is one huge factor that distinguishes him from the rest of the other candidates, it would be the fact that his actions are guided by the attributes of honesty, empathy, and compassion.

— Cheska Ibasan, SSF Youth Advisory Council; Commission on Racial and Social Equity

South City needs change, and we need it now!

— Isabela Molina, SSF Youth Advisory Council

I endorse James because he is someone who will do what he promises to do.

— Monique Ray, SSF Youth Advisory Council Co-Founder

James has a strong educational background and a stronger upbringing with solid values. He is determined about his goals and aspirations and passionate about people. We need young energetic minds like his to help bring South San Francisco to the map – not just the Biotech capital, but a city that brings the best to its residents.

— Dr. Sheldon Salins, Salins Orthodontics

James is one of the brightest, most involved students I’ve ever had the privilege of teaching. I truly believe he’d make a great City Council representative for South San Francisco. He’s caring and concerned about issues important to us all.

— Debra Sutter, formerly South San Francisco High School

James grew up in South City and understands the challenges facing the community in the 21st century. His enthusiasm and interest in bringing new ideas make him a viable candidate.

— Rhonda Clements, South San Francisco High School

I believe that James will help South San Francisco meet the current challenges and future needs of our city. His knowledge, passion and vision will guide us and help bring the many voices in our city together to make us a better community.

— Jackie Belli, formerly South San Francisco High School

I am very excited that James Coleman is devoted to offering new and progressive leadership to the people of SSF. James represents a new wave of young people who understand the value of public office in making change.

— Dolores Piper, Racial and Social Equity Activist; Aunt of Derrick Gaines: Executed by SSFPD on June 5, 2012

I have known James since he was in 7th grade. Even then, he was destined to be the change the world needs. I wholeheartedly support his platform for improving South San Francisco.

— Kelly August Duncan, Alta Loma Middle School

James Coleman cares about his city and has the passion to work as a leader. Since he was a high school student, it was apparent that he cared about his community and the world we inhabit. James Coleman has my full support with the confidence that he will represent his community and will advocate for all residents of South San Francisco.

— Sacha Dano, South San Francisco High School

James expresses a genuine interest in working class people and progressive changes that South San Francisco desperately needs.

— Aristel de la Cruz, South San Francisco High School

Mr. Coleman possesses the willingness to listen to working-class residents, the creativity necessary for principled solutions, and the determination necessary to cooperate with others. It’s time for a change, and I’m glad that a product of our public schools is stepping up to make that change.