Raines To Run For City Council

I filed this morning as a candidate in the upcoming election for Sunnyside City Council.  The following is a copy of the press release regarding this event.

***FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE***

Here are the reasons I am running for Sunnyside City Council:

·Your Family’s Safety

·Your Business’ Safety

·Your Community’s Safety

You can not show me one community with a gang problem, that is thriving. When gangs arrive, opportunity vanishes.

I believe all of us agree that we want safe neighborhoods, good schools, and the opportunity to have a well-paying job, or to own a business.

To achieve these goals, the shooters must be jailed, or leave the area.

As a former Captain in the U.S. Army I know the value of specialized units in eliminating threats to freedom. The successful operations against Al Qaeda’s leaders is an example. I promise to support the Sunnyside Police Department in the formation and deployment of a dedicated gang unit, and whatever other measures are necessary to end gang violence.

As a school teacher and father of three, I understand the importance of working to steer youth away from gangs. Therefore, Sunnyside’s Promise and similar programs have my support.

The future of our city hangs in the balance. We must all work together to eliminate the gang problem and ensure our safety and prosperity.

That is why I ask for your vote.

Jason R. Raines

1726 Gregory Ave EXT

PMB 281

Sunnyside, WA 98944