Serving people of
San Jose, Santa Clara, Milpitas, Morgan Hill, and Gilroy
Lunch With League
Each month the League of Women Voters of San Jose/Santa Clara hosts informative speakers who address local and regional issues.
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These interactive public presentations focus on timely topics and encourage our audiences to become better-informed citizens on important issues. The League of Women Voters invites you to join us!
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See our League Events page for upcoming Lunches and
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3rd Thursday April 18, 2024
Time: Noon - 1:00 p.m.
Online with Zoom
Do We Ask Too Much of Our Elected Officials
(and their families)?
Did you miss our conversation with former San Jose Mayor Ron Gonzales and Guiselle Nuñez, authors of Life in the Fish Bowl?
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Many people who decide to run for office think they understand the roles and responsibilities of public service. But at some point during the campaign or when they are on the dais the reality of the situation hits home. They -- and their families -- are now living in a fishbowl, closely observed by the media, the public, and other public officials. Nothing is off-limits and every action and word is fodder for criticism and interpretation.
Ron Gonzales is a former Sunnyvale City Councilmember and Mayor, a Santa Clara County Supervisor, and Mayor of San Jose. He married Guiselle during his time in office (1999-2006). Their amicable divorce years later allowed them to stay close friends and now co-authors of a book designed to provide lessons to help prospective and current elected officials, and their families, survive and thrive their time in the limelight.
Get a fascinating peek into the personal side of politics with real-life stories of current and former elected officials and what their experiences can tell us about the personal sacrifices we ask of those who enter the political arena.
The free, one hour Zoom meeting will begin promptly at noon. Questions from attendees are encouraged and can be submitted when you register or during the event.
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
All are welcome so please forward this notice to other people who are interested in this important topic.
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Did you miss a previous Lunch with League event? See our Lunch with League Archives page for videos of our most recent events.