I want to start this note by thanking our San Diego Padres for such an amazing season. You gave us a lot to cheer about and reminded us of one of the many reasons we love San Diego. Can’t wait for Spring Training!
This November, we honor and celebrate three important days.
First is Election Day on Tuesday November 8, the culmination of the voting that will have occurred for the 2022 election. With our constitutional rights under attack and damage being done to the institutions that preserve our nation, this is a hugely important election. My ballot has already been sent back, and I hope yours has too!
Next, on Friday November 11, we once again honor all the veterans who have worn our nation’s uniforms. I am so proud to represent so many veterans and active duty personnel—and their families. And I will always work to ensure that our veterans get the services they need, and the benefits that they have earned.
Finally, on Thursday November 24, we have the opportunity to gather with family and friends to celebrate our blessings on Thanksgiving. Something I know that we are all blessed by is the hard work of our farmers and farmworkers, grocery workers, and restaurant and service workers who make Thanksgiving possible for so many. Thank you all very much!
Of course, as we count our blessings this Thanksgiving, we also have to remember all those Californians who don’t have homes to call their own. Fixing this must remain a priority in all of our communities throughout California. While homelessness and affordable housing have been in a state of crisis for years, that doesn’t mean give up—it means work harder and work together.
The unique opportunities to celebrate abound this month – getting to choose our own leaders and the laws that govern us; honoring those who put their lives on the line to serve our country; and being thankful, even in difficult circumstances. November is a pretty big deal, so we should do it proud—Vote. Thank a vet. Count blessings. And go ahead and have some whipped cream on the pie!
Thanks for reading,
Toni
