... I wasn't prepared for the lies, dirty tactics, and bullying from virtual strangers. Kate Spates, former candidate for Rancho Mirage City Council
... You’ll start making plans to either fix the mistakes of this election by recall or completely looking to re-locate as it will be a long few years in Indio. Michael H. Wilson, former mayor of Indio
I am so proud of our initial results to hire these patriotic men and women who served our nation. Riverside County Supervisor V. Manuel Perez
It has been the honor of my life, the ever-present challenges included. Riverside County Sheriff Stan Sniff
She encouraged us to be proud of being Black and that our skin is not a handicap, but a privilege. Eeron Wilson, student, Shadow Hills High School
These messages can be displayed on a billboard, newspaper, and fliers, but riding down our streets with your cheese out — NO WAY. Mark Carnevale, Mayor Pro Tem, Cathedral City
Only history will reveal whether (voters) made the right choice in this election. Michael H. Wilson, former mayor of Indio
For me, its all about the conversations. Zachary Robertson, co-founder of the World Naked Bike Ride in Bellingham, Wash.
If I feel that you’ve crossed over that line, I will give you one reminder. After that, I’m going to ask that the police chief escort you out. Gregory S. Pettis, Mayor, Cathedral City
I love serving our city, but I want to serve our entire city not just one small piece of it. J.R. Roberts, Palm Springs City Councilmember
It’s my ultimate decision as to whether a ballot will count or not. Rebecca Spencer, Riverside County Registrar of Voters
It is an anonymous process in which individuals can surrender their weapons, no questions asked. Cathedral City Police Commander Paul Herrera
This shows a large soft money operation in use in this campaign that has gone completely undisclosed and unreported. Indio Mayor Michael H. Wilson
I made promises to voters that I cannot walk away from. John A. Rivera, candidate for City Council, Cathedral City
We have seen some irregularities in the absentee ballots, including apparent ballot harvesting, and we want to see those ballots. Indio Mayor Michael H. Wilson
The consideration of shutting down the border would pose a serious threat to the United States and California industry sectors. Assemblymember Eduardo Garcia, D-Coachella
"The Salton Sea is one of the most pressing environmental and public health issues facing Southern California. Democratic Congressman Dr. Raul Ruiz