Candidate Profile: Ryan Tworek, Mission Viejo City Council

MISSION VIEJO, CA — The 2020 election is heating up in Orange County, and there are plenty of races with candidates eager to serve in elected office. Eyes are primarily focused on the presidential election, but voters will also decide the outcome of state representative and senate seats.

Closer to home, Patch has asked candidates for city council races to discuss their campaigns, publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.

Running for Mission Viejo City Council, 2020: Ryan Tworek

Age (as of Election Day)

44

Town/City of Residence

Mission Viejo

Office Sought

Municipal office

Where appropriate, add specifics about office sought: i.e., State Senate District 1, State Assembly District 2, Temecula City Council District 1, etc.

Mission Viejo, City Council

Party affiliation (not needed in non-partisan races, including county, city and school offices)

Family

Andrea, Jax & Chloe

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Education

MBA

Occupation

Technology Sales

Campaign website

www.ryantworek.com

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office

N/A

The single most pressing issue facing our (state, district, community, etc.) is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Our families, children and businesses affected by the current CV Pandemic. I would work to provide support/services needed to those affected.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

I'm not a politician and I'm not seeking a career in politics. I want to do what is right and best for our community and not to further political agendas.

If you are a challenger, in what way has the current officeholder failed the community (or district or constituency)

They have done well as Mission Viejo is a great community. Many have served multiple terms which is admirable. It is time for new ideas and new eyes on what is going on.

Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

I know what it takes to have a successful business career. I know what it is like when things don't work out as you planned. Being on the council, you have to have thick skin and take in multiple points of view. In the end, you have to make decisions that will be best for the city of Mission Viejo and it's citizens.

If you win this position, what accomplishment would make your term in office as a success?

To help as many people as possible in the community with programs and support through these tough times.

Why should voters trust you?

I'm doing this to be an example for my kids and get involved in the community in a meaningful way.

What are your views on fiscal policy, government spending and the use of taxpayer dollars in the office you are seeking?



Is there any reason you would not serve your full term of office, other than those of health or family?

No

The best advice ever shared with me was ...

"Quit your yappen and make it happen!" My friend Curtis once told this to me and is what made me choose to move from Nebraska to California.

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

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