City Quote by Kevin de Leon
“When I was elected for the first time in '06 I'd never been elected to any body. City councils, school board, community college boards, trustee, water district trustee, class president, ASB president, senior class president - nothing. I was never elected to anything in my life.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: "Kevin de Leon on his early political career" (Los Angeles Times, 2007)
He reflects on his lack of early electoral success, emphasizing perseverance despite repeated setbacks.
In simple terms: He kept trying even without wins.
Key Takeaway
Persistence is key despite early failures.
Themes
perseverance
political ambition
resilience
career development
Mood
determined
hopeful
reflective
Type
inspirational
political
When to use this quote
- running for office
- community activism
- leadership roles
Key Concepts
public service
electoral experience
personal growth
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates you after repeated defeats?
- How can you leverage non-elected roles for impact?
A Different Perspective
Success may require strategic networking beyond elections.
