[{"createTs":"2026-09-29T20:21:20.308141","statement":"<h1 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center\">STATEMENT OF VIVIANA LONGORIA</h1><h2 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center\">CANDIDATE FOR MAYOR</h2><h3 dir=\"auto\" style=\"text-align: center\">CITY OF EL MONTE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION</h3><p dir=\"auto\">Age: 47</p><p dir=\"auto\">Occupation: Councilwoman/Educator</p><p dir=\"auto\">My name is Viviana Longoria, and it has been one of the greatest honors to serve as your Councilwoman for District 4.</p><p dir=\"auto\">El Monte is more than my hometown; it is where I grew up, attended our local schools, married my high school sweetheart, raised my three children, and now have the joy of watching my grandchildren create their own memories. This community has shaped my life, and I am committed to ensuring it continues to be a place where every family can thrive.</p><p dir=\"auto\">As Mayor, I will work to make El Monte safer, cleaner, and stronger. I will continue collaborating with our school districts, city staff, businesses, and organizations to support children and families, and improve quality of life for every resident. I will also work to attract quality restaurants, shopping, and entertainment so families can enjoy more activities close to home. A stronger local economy creates jobs, improves city services, and strengthens our community.</p><p dir=\"auto\">Public safety will remain a priority because every resident deserves to feel safe and proud of the community they call home. Together we will build El Monte's future.</p><p dir=\"auto\">Today, I humbly ask for your vote to become the next Mayor of El Monte.</p><p dir=\"auto\"></p>","editTs":"2026-09-29T20:21:20.308141","language":"EN","status":4,"contestId":10657,"electionId":4348,"candidateId":26624,"publishedBy":69,"statementId":60549,"createdBy":69,"lastChangeBy":69,"publicCandidate":null}]