San Antonio’s Future Is on the Ballot—Your Final Two Candidates
Gina Ortiz Jones: Defense, Discipline, and a Vision for the Future
Gina Ortiz Jones served as Undersecretary of the Air Force from 2021 to 2024. In this role, she supported the Secretary in managing both the Air Force and Space Force, overseeing nearly 700,000 Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, and Civilian personnel. Her responsibilities included organizing, training, and equipping U.S. air and space forces.
Leadership and Qualifications
As Undersecretary, Jones played a vital role in the day-to-day operations of the department. She also served as Acting Secretary when required, and led efforts in policy development, program implementation, budget oversight, and more.
She holds three advanced degrees:
- M.A. in Economics from Boston University (2003)
- M.A. in Global and International Studies from the University of Kansas (2012)
- Master of Military Art and Science from the U.S. Army School of Advanced Military Studies (2013)
A Campaign for Working Families
Jones says she’s running to support working families and young people, promising to “lower costs where we can,” and to “make smarter investments in our future.” She’s also focused on transparency around how tax dollars are spent.
She’s earned high-profile endorsements from:
- Former Mayors Phil Hardberger and Julián Castro
- Congressmen Greg Casar and Joaquin Castro
- Councilmembers Jalen McKee-Rodriguez and Phyllis Viagran
- As well as from TOP (Texas Organizing Project) and the AFL-CIO
Rolando Pablos: Business, Law, and Politics
Rolando Pablos is a former Texas Secretary of State, serving from January 2017 to December 2018. He’s a business executive, attorney, and a Republican political leader.
Pablos has identified his top priorities as:
- Public safety
- High-paying job creation
- Support for small businesses
- Government accountability
- Improved basic city services—including affordable utilities, walkable neighborhoods, better drainage, and garbage collection
Experience in Government
During his time in state office, Pablos served as Texas’ Chief Elections Officer and was a senior advisor to the Governor on border issues.
His supporters include:
- Governor Greg Abbott
- Former U.S. Representative Will Hurd
- Former State Senator Leticia Van de Putte
- Texas Economic Fund, an Abbott-affiliated political action committee
Why This Race Matters
This election is garnering attention statewide and beyond, as San Antonio is poised to become the 6th largest city in the U.S.—a milestone that brings both national visibility and local responsibility.
Let’s hope that after a quiet fall election, voters are ready to engage more fully and make their voices heard in shaping the city’s future.
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