"As a planning consultant, I have known both Johns for at least 25 years as colleagues in the land development field. John Velez and John Bacon have referred many projects to me. John Velez, over his many years, has a full knowledge of the vagaries and frustrations of obtaining Planning permission for development projects. I share those frustrations, and this state needs more people like John who can, with other like-minded representatives, continue to push for more sensible changes to land use regulations in this state. Best of luck on your campaign John!"

“I have known John for 30 years and he is a kind, considerate, and generous man whom is honest, hardworking, dedicated, focused, and has integrity. We desperately need him in the senate. He will do all within his power to fulfill his promises, and bring power back to the people, where it should be! Please give him a chance to make a true difference! Vote for him, and spread the word! “

"I have known and worked with John for almost a decade. I highly recommend him for this position. Just one of John’s strengths is that he is a relentless problem solver. He pursues a solution until an agreement is reached. He brings people together to achieve a win- win. He has excellent leadership skills and always comes from a position of inclusivity."

I endorse John Velez and trust him to be our community leader . As my mentor, life coach and business consultant John Velez never ceases to amaze people with his continuous innovation and creativity to solve real-world issues on practical and complex scales. I encourage anyone to give John a phone call personally you will see that he return your call if he’s on the other line and truly does show care and compassion for any concern you may have. As well you will find your concerns are already in the plan to be addressed by John Velez. John Velez is a natural born leader who leads with his heart and does what is best for the people and the future. I endorse John Velez and trust him to be my community leader. This election will affect us all and we must make sure we have the right leadership in place to navigate what is and lies ahead. Vote for John Velez!

 

I have known John for 30+ years and he is hands down one of the most hard working, generous, selfless and successful people I know. His success is not only financial and professional but it is also in his ability to serve others whether family, friends, community or beyond. John is a person who doesn’t back down from a challenge, he rather, dives in both feet with a huge heart and shows up for anyone in need. Oregon would be blessed to have him as a leader and advocate!

 

I appreciate John's quiet but active involvement in the community. He asks good questions and searches for answers. He is pro business, supports our Police Officers, and helps tackle tough issues.

 

John has the right combination of wisdom, experience, and compassion to represent our community in Salem. John listens and then acts; he is focused on serving his community and getting results. We need more people like John in Salem.

John knows the issues causing significant problems for our once-great state, and I believe he has what it takes to make an immediate impact and return Oregon to its former glory. I could not be more proud to be voting for John Velez.

John Velez is a candidate that we need in Salem. His is willing to listen to all sides of an issue and consider everyone's voice. I believe that we need people like John Velez in Salem to provide the diplomacy and compromise that has been missing from Oregon politics for far too long.

John Velez is the right candidate for our district. He is focused on the well being of our community and we must support him to be our next state senator.

John knows the challenges of running a small business in Oregon. As a realtor, he helps his clients build their American dream by achieving home ownership. He has seen firsthand how rising housing costs, unaddressed crime, and struggling schools are negatively impacting our communities. John is a leader who will work to solve these problems in Salem. John’s priorities will support a stronger Oregon – keeping our highways and bridges free of tolls, building a more robust education system that includes technical education programs to keep kids engaged through graduation, and fully funding law enforcement to keep our neighborhoods and businesses safe. The Oregon Hispanic Business Association strongly supports John Velez for Oregon State Senate.

Please join me in supporting John Velez, a natural leader who has the required tenacity, experience, and knowledge to be our voice in Salem. John deeply cares about Oregon and Oregon's future, and we need strong people like him to get Oregon back on the right track. .

John Velez is one of the most hardworking people I know; if he treats politics like his real estate business, it will be a win-win for Oregon.

I'm a registered Democrat, but I'm voting for John for State Senate. He's got the leadership and skills necessary to represent our community in Salem. He will ensure Sherwood has a voice in Salem! Please join me in supporting John for State Senate!