Thread by @davidkim2020

THREAD—I am formally calling on my opponent to stop running ads that display objectively false endorsements and deceptive portrayals of his record. If he truly cares, he will cease the misleading ads that have caused confusion and distrust in our democracy among our neighbors. 1/

While extreme bending of the truth and misinformation are unfortunately often utilized by political campaigns, these dishonest tactics are seldom used by those truly fighting for the people. Real representatives don’t need to deceive and mislead. If you care about #CA34, stop. 2/

Rep. Gomez, I can’t tell you how many constituents have come to us beyond confused about what they’re receiving from your camp versus what they’re reading online from third party sources. They’re becoming disillusioned with the process because they can’t even trust their Rep. 3/

For ex., you’re pushing a connection to Senator Sanders, who has NOT endorsed your campaign. Voters will look it up just to wonder why his website displays NO endorsement yet his face is all over your mailers. Same thing with Rep. Ocasio-Cortez, the late Rep. Lewis, and so on. 4/

Rep. Gomez, I know it’s every incumbents’ goal to be re-elected. But I implore you to introspect and think about at what cost. Why not run on endorsements you’ve actually received and being honest about your corporate funding? This would be in our community’s best interest. 5/

I know it’s an unconventional move for a candidate to call on another like this, but this is everything my campaign stands for. Transparency, integrity, compassion are at our core. We’re fighting to put community first and we firmly stand against objectively false ads. 6/

To anyone thinking this is ridiculous, reflect on why. We’ve become so accustomed to false ads because some candidates want to win at any cost. They will pull every last maneuver just to win. We are sick and tired of dishonest winners; we demand transparent leaders. 7/

Rep. Gomez, can our community count on you to cut it out with the false ads? Can we count on you to be honest about your votes to increase ICE funds? Can we count on you disclose your immense corporate funding from Big Pharma, private prisons, and more? Can we count on you? 8/

There’s nothing I want more than watching our community succeed & get real representation. We deserve a Rep who tells us the truth even if it’s not what we want to hear. It’s time to stop treating this race like a meaningless competition. Our neighbors’ futures are at stake. 9/9