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For Immediate Release
September 28, 2011
Pat McOsker Releases his Environmental Plan for CD 15
Los Angeles, CA - San Pedro firefighter Pat McOsker today released his environmental plan as part of his campaign for the Los Angeles city council's 15th district seat. McOsker wrote a letter to district residents, workers and business owners outlining his strong environmental policies that will protect us all.
"Living next to the largest port complex in the United States, our neighborhoods face the greatest environmental challenges anywhere in the region," said Pat McOsker. "My environmental plan provides specific and detailed solutions to help clean our air and water, improve traffic flow, and provide more bike lanes and parks."
McOsker's detailed environmental plan is attached and available at
http://www.scribd.com/doc/66626421.
McOsker has been a LAFD firefighter for 31 years and currently works at Fire Station 101 in San Pedro, where he was born and raised. This is his first run for public office.
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For Immediate Release
September 26, 2011
Contact: Dave Jacobson, (818) 943-2348
Shallman Communications
Pat McOsker Will Work to End LA’s Gross Receipts Tax
McOsker Supports the BTAC Recommendations
LOS ANGELES, CA- San Pedro firefighter Pat McOsker will work to eliminate Los Angeles’ gross receipts business tax that is harming the city’s economy, killing jobs and reducing tax revenue. McOsker supports the recommendation of the city’s Business Tax Advisory Committee, which recently released a study that calls for phasing out the tax.
“My top priority is turning around our economy and helping businesses create jobs,” said Pat McOsker. “LA’s gross receipts business tax is counterproductive and I will work to eliminate it. It’s one of many policies that makes our city unfriendly to businesses and actually lowers our city’s tax revenue.
"I support the phased elimination, and as Councilman I will require annual reviews over the course of the reduction process to track the business and job creation and ensure that elimination of the gross receipts tax actually results in a net increase in city revenues, as I expect it will."
“We must change City Hall so that we are helping businesses succeed, grow and hire more workers. Los Angeles has so many advantages, yet we’re falling behind neighboring cities. That’s unacceptable and that’s why I have released a detailed plan to create jobs and improve our economy, both in the 15th district and throughout the city."
McOsker’s economic development plan, entitled “Los Angeles is Open for Business,” is available on his website at http://patmcosker.com/node/10.
As president of United Firefighters of Los Angeles, McOsker has real experience on budget and economic issues through many years of negotiations with three mayors, dozens of councilmembers and scores of city staffers.
The report of the city’s Business Tax Advisory Committee is available here: http://www.scribd.com/doc/66348862/BTAC-Final-Report-on-Phasing-Out-Gross-Receipts-Tax-09-14-11.
McOsker has been a LAFD firefighter for 31 years and currently works at Fire Station 101 in San Pedro, where he was born and raised. This is his first run for public office.
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For Immediate Release
September 23, 2011
Contact: Dave Jacobson
Shallman Communications
Cell: 818-943-2348
IATSE Endorses Pat McOsker for LA City Council
SAN PEDRO, CA- IATSE has endorsed San Pedro firefighter Pat McOsker’s campaign for Los Angeles City Council. IATSE, the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture Technicians, Artists and Allied Crafts, is the latest in a series of powerful labor endorsements earned by McOsker in the election to fill the 15th Council District seat.
“I am proud to have had the opportunity to work closely with Pat McOsker on issues that impact working people throughout the Los Angeles area,” said Thom Davis, International Vice President of IATSE. “Pat is exactly the type of person we need in public service. And we are convinced he is the best candidate to help keep Hollywood shoots in LA and create new jobs."
“IATSE represents the hard working men and women behind the scenes of Hollywood’s great productions and they are the backbone of our entertainment industry,” said Pat McOsker. “As a Councilmember I will work to keep film and TV shows in Los Angeles so these IATSE members can stay on the job. I want to thank them for their support, which is a huge boost for my campaign.”
McOsker has received many influential labor endorsements in this race. He is endorsed by the California Professional Firefighters, United Firefighters of Los Angeles City (UFLAC) Local 112, Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 721, AFSCME District Council 36, California Nurses Association (CNA), International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Locals 11 and 18, Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA) Local 777, Operating Engineers Local 501, Los Angeles Professional Managers Association, along with the Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16.
McOsker has been a LAFD firefighter for 31 years and currently works at Fire Station 101 in San Pedro, where he was raised. This is his first run for public office.
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For Immediate Release
September 8, 2011
Contact: Dave Jacobson
Shallman Communications
Cell: 818-943-2348
California Professional Firefighters Endorse Pat McOsker for LA City Council
SAN PEDRO, CA- California Professional Firefighters (CPF) has joined its Los Angeles affiliate in endorsing Pat McOsker's campaign for LA City Council. CPF is the union state council for California's firefighters, representing over 30,000 members. McOsker is currently the 8th District Vice President at CPF, and has taken a leave of absence as President of United Firefighters of Los Angeles City, Local 112.
"Pat McOsker has earned the trust of 30,000 California firefighters for his leadership in improving fire protection and emergency response in Los Angeles, " said CPF President Lou Paulson. "We know he'll bring the same leadership to the LA City Council and continue to protect the lives and property of those in the 15th Council District. California's firefighters are proud to support one of our own."
"I'm always grateful to serve with California's firefighters - the best anywhere," said Pat McOsker. "And I remain grateful for their continued belief in my leadershipand their influential endorsement of my campaign for LA City Council. Onthe City Council I will work to restore the two fire companies that were eliminated in the 15th Council District so our neighborhoods are better protected in an emergency."
McOsker has received powerful labor endorsements inthis race. In addition to CPF and the United Firefighters of Los AngelesCity (UFLAC) Local 112, McOsker has been endorsed by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 721, AFSCME District Council 36, California Nurses Association (CNA), International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers(IBEW) Locals 11 and 18, Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA)Local 777, Operating Engineers Local 501, Los Angeles Professional Managers Association, along with the Southern California Pipe Trades District Council#16.
McOsker is a 30+ year veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Department. He was raised in San Pedro and this is his first run for public office.
For more information, please visit http://www.patmcosker.com.
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For Immediate Release
August 31, 2011
Contact: Dave Jacobson
Shallman Communications
Cell: 818-943-2348
Councilman Mitch Englander Endorses Pat McOsker for Los Angeles City Council
SAN PEDRO, CA- Coming on the heels of his endorsement from the United Firefighters of Los Angeles City (UFLAC) Local 112, today Los Angeles City Councilmember Mitch Englander has endorsed San Pedro firefighter Pat McOsker's campaign for City Council. Englander joins Councilmember Richard Alarcon in endorsing McOsker for the 15th City Council seat, recently vacated by Congresswoman Janice Hahn.
"As a reserve LAPD officer, and now a City Councilmember, I'm looking for someone to partner with me at City Hall on fighting to keep our neighborhoods safe for residents and businesses - and Pat McOsker is that candidate," said Councilmember Mitch Englander. "I'm supporting Pat McOsker because as a veteran firefighter he has always served LA residents and fought to preserve the fire protection and emergency services we need. He is also the best candidate to help businesses grow and create jobs in LA."
"I've been impressed with Councilmember Englander's efforts to reform City Hall and help businesses create jobs in just a few months since he was elected," said Pat McOsker. "I'm proud to have earned his endorsement of my agenda to improve fire services and the business climate in Los Angeles. We will make a good team on the City Council!"
In addition to receiving endorsements from Englander, Alarcon, and the United Firefighters of Los Angeles City (UFLAC) Local 112, McOsker has received powerful labor endorsements from the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 721, AFSCME District Council 36, California Nurses Association (CNA), International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Locals 11 and 18, Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA) Local 777, Operating Engineers Local 501, Los Angeles Professional Managers Association, along with the Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16.
McOsker is a 30+ year veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Department. He was raised in San Pedro and this is his first run for public office.
For more information, please visit http://www.patmcosker.com.
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For Immediate Release
August 29, 2011
Contact: Dave Jacobson
Shallman Communications
Cell: 818-943-2348
UFLAC Endorses Pat McOsker for LA City Council
LA Firefighters Stand Behind One of Their Own
SAN PEDRO, CA- The United Firefighters of Los Angeles City (UFLAC) has endorsed San Pedro firefighter Pat McOsker for election to the Los Angeles City Council's 15th seat. McOsker was elected President of the LA firefighters union in 2003, which represents more than 3,600 members of the Los Angeles Fire Department.
"I am honored that LA's firefighters have placed their confidence in me and endorsed my campaign for LA City Council," said Pat McOsker. "I have always promised my firefighter brothers and sisters my total commitment to improving public safety, fire protection and emergency medical services as UFLAC's president. With the support of my fellow firefighters, I promise the same commitment to protecting LA's residents when elected to the City Council."
In addition to the UFLAC endorsement, McOsker has received powerful labor endorsements from the AFSCME District Council 36, California Nurses Association (CNA), International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Locals 11 and 18, Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA) Local 777, Operating Engineers Local 501, Los Angeles Professional Managers Association, along with the Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16.
McOsker volunteered to take a leave of absence from his position as President of UFLAC while he campaigns for the City Council seat. He will continue working at Fire Station 101, located in San Pedro.
McOsker is running for the 15th district City Council seat formerly held by Congresswoman Janice Hahn. McOsker is a 30+ year veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Department and the President of United Firefighters of Los Angeles City. He was raised in San Pedro and this is his first run for public office.
For more information, please visit http://www.patmcosker.com.
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For Immediate Release
August 12, 2011
Contact: Dave Jacobson
Shallman Communications
Cell: 818-943-2348
Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 721 Endorses Pat McOsker for City Council
McOsker Wins Endorsement of Largest Public Employee Union in City of Los Angeles
SAN PEDRO, CA- After locking up endorsements from a number of powerful labor unions in Los Angeles, San Pedro resident and LA City Firefighter Pat McOsker secured the coveted Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Local 721 endorsement.
“We consider Pat McOsker part of the LA City family,” said Bob Schoonover, President of SEIU local 721. “Pat has been with us through thick and thin, through good times and bad times, and we know that we will always be able to count on him to be a fighter on the City Council for working men and women.”
“With all of the recent ups and downs in the financial markets, people are scared about a double dip recession, and the possibility of losing their jobs,” said McOsker. “As a member of the City Council, I look forward to partnering side-by-side with the members and leadership of SEIU Local 721 to ensure that job protection and job creation are our City’s top priorities.”
SEIU 721 represents over 80,000 working men and women employees of county and city governments across Southern California, including Ventura, Los Angeles, Orange, and Riverside counties and numerous cities in the region, as well as employees of special districts and publicly-funded non-profits such as health clinics.
McOsker has also received powerful labor endorsements from the AFSCME District Council 36, California Nurses Association (CNA), International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Locals 11 and 18, Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA) Local 777, Operating Engineers Local 501, Los Angeles Professional Managers Association, along with the Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16.
McOsker is running for the 15th District Council seat formerly held by Congresswoman-elect Janice Hahn. McOsker is a 30+ year veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Department and the President of United Firefighters of Los Angeles City. This is his first run for public office.
For more information, please visit http://www.patmcosker.com.
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For Immediate Release
August 10, 2011
Contact: Dave Jacobson
Shallman Communications
Cell: 818-943-2348
Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA) Local 777 Endorses Pat McOsker for City Council
McOsker Secures Critical Labor Endorsement
SAN PEDRO, CA- Continuing a winning streak of labor endorsements, today San Pedro resident and LA City firefighter Pat McOsker announced the endorsement of the Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA) Local 777.
“In these tough economic times, it is critical that we elect representatives who are willing to fight for working men and women,” said Victor Gordo, Secretary Treasurer of LiUNA local 777. “Pat McOsker has always been on the side of working people and the middle class, and we know that he will be a strong advocate for us on the City Council.”
"I deeply appreciate the support of LiUNA local 777. Too many residents in our city are hurting and we need someone who will go to the City Council to fight for more good paying jobs and working families. That will be my top priority,” stated McOsker.
McOsker has also received powerful endorsements from AFSCME District Council 36, California Nurses Association (CNA), International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) locals 11 and 18, the Operating Engineers local 501, Los Angeles Professional Managers Association, along with the Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16, which includes: United Association Local 078 (Plumbers), United Association Local 114, United Association Local 230, United Association Local 250 (Steamfitters), United Association Local 345 (Landscape & Irrigation), United Association Local 364, United Association Local 398, United Association Local 403, United Association Local 460, and the United Association Local 484.
McOsker is running for the 15th District Council seat formerly held by Congresswoman-elect Janice Hahn. McOsker is a 30+ year veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Department and the President of United Firefighters of Los Angeles City. This is his first run for public office.
For more information, please visit http://www.patmcosker.com.
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For Immediate Release
August 9, 2011
Contact: Dave Jacobson
Shallman Communications
Cell: 818-943-2348
AFSCME District Council 36 Endorses Pat McOsker for LA City Council
McOsker Continues to Win Backing from Major Labor Groups in Run for District 15 Council Seat
SAN PEDRO, CA- Bolstering his bid for City Council, San Pedro resident and LA City Firefighter Pat McOsker today announced the endorsement of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) District Council 36. The LA-based labor union represents 49 affiliated Local unions and over 22,000 members in Southern California.
“Pat McOsker has a unique understanding of the issues that we face, because as a labor leader himself, they are the issues he fights for as well,” said Alice Goff, President of AFSCME District Council 36. “Pat knows that creating more good jobs, protecting workers’ rights, expanding access to healthcare, and ensuring safe neighborhoods are the top priorities that we fight for, and we know that he will be a champion for these issues on the City Council.”
“As a labor leader and LA City Firefighter, I have always stood side-by-side with the members of AFSCME District Council 36, and I look forward to continuing our partnership throughout this campaign and well after I’m elected to the City Council,” said McOsker. “Having AFSCME District Council 36 as one of my supporters will be critical to my success.”
McOsker has also received powerful endorsements from the California Nurses Association (CNA), International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) locals 11 and 18, the Operating Engineers local 501, Los Angeles Professional Managers Association, along with the Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16, which includes: United Association Local 078 (Plumbers), United Association Local 114, United Association Local 230, United Association Local 250 (Steamfitters), United Association Local 345 (Landscape & Irrigation), United Association Local 364, United Association Local 398, United Association Local 403, United Association Local 460, and the United Association Local 484.
McOsker is running for the 15th District Council seat formerly held by Congresswoman-elect Janice Hahn. McOsker is a 30+ year veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Department and the President of United Firefighters of Los Angeles City. This is his first run for public office.
For more information, please visit http://www.patmcosker.com.
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For Immediate Release
August 5, 2011
Contact: Dave Jacobson
Shallman Communications
Cell: 818-943-2348
Los Angeles Professional Managers Association Endorses Pat McOsker for City Council
McOsker Wins Another Key Labor Endorsement
SAN PEDRO, CA- Continuing a successful week of being the first and only candidate to hit the $50,000 fundraising threshold, and earning a critical endorsement from the Operating Engineers local 501, today Pat McOsker secured another major labor endorsement by announcing the Los Angeles Professional Managers Association.
“It’s rare that we have an opportunity to elect someone to the Los Angeles City Council who has not only been a partner of labor, but has been a leader in the labor family,” said Charly Mims, President of the Los Angeles Professional Managers Association. “Pat McOsker’s dedication to standing up for working men and women is unparalleled, and we know that if he is elected to the City Council, he’ll be a champion for workers and the middle class.”
“This campaign isn’t about me- it’s about the people of Los Angeles’ 15th Council District, and which candidate the voters think will best represent their values and their interests,” said McOsker. “As I’ve campaigned across the district, people tell me that their concerned about jobs and the economy, and keeping our neighborhoods safe. When I go to City Hall, my top priority will be to create more good jobs, get our economy back on track, and continue to improve public safety. Having the support of the Los Angeles Professional Managers Association will help get me to City Hall so I can do just that.”
McOsker has also received powerful labor endorsements from the California Nurses Association (CNA), International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) locals 11 and 18, the Operating Engineers local 501, along with the Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16, which includes: United Association Local 078 (Plumbers), United Association Local 114, United Association Local 230, United Association Local 250 (Steamfitters), United Association Local 345 (Landscape & Irrigation), United Association Local 364, United Association Local 398, United Association Local 403, United Association Local 460, and the United Association Local 484.
McOsker is running for the 15th District Council seat formerly held by Congresswoman-elect Janice Hahn. McOsker is a 30+ year veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Department and the President of United Firefighters of Los Angeles City. This is his first run for public office.
For more information, please visit http://www.patmcosker.com.
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For Immediate Release
August 1, 2011
Contact: Dave Jacobson
Shallman Communications
Cell: 818-943-2348
Pat McOsker Campaign First to Hit $50,000 in Fundraising
McOsker Campaign Dominates Field in Raising Campaign Contributions
SAN PEDRO, CA – San Pedro-based Firefighter Pat McOsker’s campaign for City
Council today surged with the announcement that the campaign has raised $50,000 before any other candidate in the Special Election to fill the vacant City Council seat in the 15th District.
According to Los Angeles City Election law, candidates running for City Council must report to the City’s Ethics Commission once they have raised $50,000 for their campaign.
McOsker Campaign Strategist John Shallman said:
“Pat McOsker is running ahead of the other candidates in every respect. His deep roots in the district, his service as a front line firefighter and his opposition to cuts in police, fire and 9-1-1 emergency services to balance the City budget are resonating with voters and donors alike. The response to his candidacy is incredible and clearly demonstrates he will have the resources necessary to win this election and go to City Hall to fight for the people of the 15th Council District."
McOsker has been building momentum since he entered the race, and so far has received powerful labor endorsements from the California Nurses Association (CNA), International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) locals 11 and 18, along with the Southern California Pipe Trades District Council #16.
McOsker is running for the 15th District Council seat formerly held by Congresswoman-elect Janice Hahn. McOsker is a 30+ year veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Department and the President of United Firefighters of Los Angeles City. This is his first run for public office.
For more information, please visit http://www.patmcosker.com.
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For Immediate Release
July 22nd, 2011
Contact: Tom Berman
Shallman Communications
Cell: 323-527-5515
Southern California Pipe Trades DC #16 Endorses Pat McOsker for City Council
San Pedro, California – San Pedro-based Firefighter Pat McOsker’s campaign for City Council scored another key labor endorsement from Southern California Pipe Trades DC #16 today.
“I’m honored to be endorsed by the hardworking people of the Pipe Trades,” Pat McOsker said in a statement. “It’s critical that we get our local economy moving again by providing people good jobs with competitive wages and benefits. I am determined to be a fierce advocate for working people as a member of the City Council.”
McOsker is running for the 15th District Council seat formerly held by Congresswoman-elect Janice Hahn. McOsker is a 30+ year veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Department and the President of United Firefighters of Los Angeles City. This is his first run for public office.
For more information, please visit http://www.patmcosker.com.
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For Immediate Release
July 20th, 2011
Contact: Tom Berman
Shallman Communications
Cell: 323-527-5515
Pat McOsker announces endorsement from IBEW Local 18, Campaign Website
San Pedro, California – San Pedro-based Firefighter Pat McOsker’s campaign for City Council announced another early labor endorsement from IBEW Local 18 today. IBEW Local 18 is a labor union that represents over 8,000 public sector workers, including the working men and women of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. The California Nurses Association also recently endorsed Pat.
"Pat McOsker is the best City Council candidate for workers and for working families,” Local 18 Business Manager Brian D’Arcy said, “That’s why we are happy to add our voice to the growing coalition supporting Pat. We trust Pat to continue Janice Hahn’s legacy of fighting for good jobs, good wages, and fair treatment for workers."
“I know that protecting the jobs of working men and women and preserving public safety are the most important issues facing the City of Los Angeles today—which is why I am running for City Council,” said McOsker. “I am proud to have the working men and women of IBEW join me in my fight to restore the public’s trust in our local government.”
The McOsker campaign also unveiled its campaign website, which can be found at http://www.patmcosker.com.
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For Immediate Release
July 14th, 2011
Contact: Tom Berman
Shallman Communications
Cell: 323-527-5515
CA Nurses Association Endorses Pat McOsker for City Council
San Pedro, California – San Pedro-based Firefighter Pat McOsker’s campaign for City Council announced a key early endorsement from the California Nurses Association today. CNA is a professional association that represents 86,000 nurses in hospitals, clinics and home health agencies.
"We enthusiastically endorse Pat McOsker to succeed Janice Hahn on the L.A. City Council,” California Nurses Association Co-President DeAnn McEwen said, “As a fire fighter and a first responder, Pat knows from experience that nurses can't do their job when patients come in late. Pat will always put public health and public safety first, and that's why we need his voice on the City Council."
“I’m honored to have an endorsement from California’s nurses,” Pat McOsker said in a statement. “Nurses and other public health professionals are critical when it comes to protecting the public’s health and safety. I am very excited to have their support.”
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For Immediate Release
July 13th, 2011
Contact: Tom Berman
Shallman Communications
Cell: 323-527-5515
Pat McOsker announces run for City Council
San Pedro, California – San Pedro-based Firefighter Pat McOsker announced his campaign for City Council today. McOsker intends to run for the 15th District Council seat formerly held by Congresswoman-elect Janice Hahn. McOsker is a 30+ year veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Department and the President of United Firefighters of Los Angeles City. This is his first run for public office.
“I am running to take on the tough issues facing the City of Los Angeles,” McOsker said, “It is vital that we protect public safety in the City and it is time that we restore the public’s trust in local government. As a veteran of the Los Angeles Fire Department who has never run for office before, I will fight any cuts to police and fire protection and work to bring long-needed reforms to City Hall.”
Pat McOsker, a national expert on fire station staffing, is running for City Council because he believes that it is wrong to cut police, fire and 9-1-1 emergency services funding to balance the City budget.
“I vow to end the City’s ongoing policy of reducing the number of on-duty fire fighters and paramedics at 22 fire stations every day,” McOsker said, “I will also work to restore funding for the L-A-P-D to keep more officers patrolling our neighborhoods and do more to provide gang prevention after school and job training programs.”
McOsker’s campaign team is led by General Consultant John Shallman, Pollster John Fairbank, and Field Consultant Sue Burnside: the team that led Janice Hahn’s campaign for Congress as well as her campaigns for L.A. City Council. McOsker’s Finance Director is Stephanie Daily-Smith, who also worked for Janice Hahn for Congress.
McOsker, who was born and raised in San Pedro, currently lives in San Pedro with his wife Carla. They have one son, Emmett, who recently graduated from Loyola Marymount University.
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