Local News in Brief : Politics : Candidate Offers Free Ride With Symbolism
Tustin City Councilman John F. Kelly, one of 13 Republicans hoping to capture the party’s nomination in the June 7 primary for the 40th Congressional District, opened his campaign headquarters Wednesday with an unusual twist.
He borrowed the elephant from the Santa Ana Zoo, trucked it to Tustin and offered visitors free rides at the 165 El Camino Real headquarters.
Kelly, 26, is considered by political experts to be a long shot to replace retiring Rep. Robert E. Badham (R-Newport Beach), who has held the seat for 12 years. Kelly is relying primarily on his parents and 11 brothers and sisters for the core of his campaign.
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