When I started out this year on the Executive Board, I had no real expectations about what this term would bring. It might be due to the fact I’ve been with SYD from the days after its founding in 2004 and have seen quite a lot of thing come to pass. But two things didn’t factor into my mind. One was the quality of people we have as officers that has shown throughout the year. And the other is our current Political Vice President Ari Ruiz.
I first really met him when he ran for his position in January 2009. I knew him prior due to his job at Barrio Action and was shocked he was interested in becoming our youngest VP. I figured SYD would be his training ground for politics but quickly figured out that he’s been active in his own right prior to joining our board and brought his experience to compliment SYD.
As I watched and recorded him be sworn in as an LA City Commissioner, I wondered about what the future holds for him. I doubt this will be the last time he takes an oath for office with his close friends around him taking photos of the event. No doubt he will serve well the Commission for Children Youth and Their Families as he has served Barrio Action, his community, and Stonewall Young Democrats amazingly. And no matter what the future holds for Ari, I am reminded that no matter where you are, you are there… Boldly going.
Michael Colorge
Secretary
Last 5 posts by Michael C
- And the Kids Should be Alright... - February 15th, 2011
- ONLINE Membership Drive for Stonewall Young Democrats - December 13th, 2010
- Say hello to our new officers! - November 15th, 2010
- Some things never change... but some remain the same - September 28th, 2010
- Time flies when trying to change the world... - August 12th, 2010
Thank you my dear friend! -Ari