Bill Hacket

that benefit the greater good, that benefit the people around you, and that benefit the people you serve.

John J. Kennedy was the embodiment of that philosophy of getting things done not just for the people who live his neighborhood, not just for the people who live in the great city of Pasadena, not just for the people of California, but for the people of this great country.

What I really loved about John, and it is hard to say the past tense of love, as it is hard to imagine that he is no longer with us here on Earth. What I really loved about John is that he was always so welcoming and respectful of me and others. He made me feel respected. He made sure I was treated with dignity and kindness. I know that John has a list of accomplishments that goes on and on and on, but to me his embracing of the word “respect” and the action of “respecting others” is what makes me so proud to have called him a friend.

I was so fortunate to serve as Field Director on his latest campaign for City Council. I got to work with Jana West who served as Volunteer Coordinator, Lena L. Kennedy who served as Senior Advisor, Jon Fuhrman who served as campaign manager, and hundreds of volunteers and supporters. We all worked so well together and that is because John J. Kennedy set the tone. He set the tone to be honorable, to be kind, and to work hard to ensure that we reached every resident whether registered to vote or not. John wanted everyone to feel included in this whole exercise of democracy. He accomplished that goal.

My heart is hurting. Our hearts are hurting. On behalf of the hundreds of volunteers and thousands of supporters, I say that we love you, John. We know you are in heaven with your loved ones. Say hello to my family for me.

Respectfully,

Bill Hacket Field Coordinator

Hon. John J. Kennedy City Council Campaign