11/04/2020
Good afternoon! Although the results aren't final, I think it's fair to say I lost the election, but I gained so much more from the process. I made new friends along the campaign trail who I never would have crossed paths with before this. Some of them even went to bat for me with their friends and families. I met people with different political backgrounds who were open to listening to me, and we had meaningful discussions without being hostile or disrespectful towards each other. I put myself out there, and looking back, I didn't know how brave I was in doing so. I learned it doesn't matter how qualified you are or that you have the best intentions, you still need to fundraise in order to get your message out there. I didn't feel comfortable fundraising (for myself), so that was the biggest lesson during this toe-dip into politics. I did take a week off campaigning to attend the World Series for 3 games — do I regret it? Absolutely NOT. I got to see my Dodgers win! In short, I'm still the same Siannah I was before Election Day, but with more friends and more confidence. I'm grateful for everyone who supported me during this campaign, and we'll see what adventure I get into next. Congratulations to Trisha and I hope she takes care of El Camino in a fair and just way.
