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Actor Ben Savage, 42, whose most recent political foray was running for a seat on the West Hollywood City Council last year, declared Monday that he is running as a Democrat for California’s 30th Congressional District, which encompasses the Los Angeles neighborhoods of West Hollywood and Burbank.

The seat is currently occupied by longtime incumbent Democrat Adam Schiff who declared his candidacy to replace retiring U.S. Senator Diane Feinstein in the 2024 election races.

In a statement released by his campaign, Savage said:

“I am a proud Californian, union member and longtime resident of District 30 who comes from a family of unwavering service to our country and community.

I firmly believe in standing up for what is right, ensuring equality and expanding opportunities for all.

I’m running for Congress because it’s time to restore faith in government by offering reasonable, innovative and compassionate solutions to our country’s most pressing issues.

And it’s time for new and passionate leaders who can help move our country forward. Leaders who want to see the government operating at maximum capacity, unhindered by political divisions and special interests.”

Savage will be running against another declared candidate, Out West Hollywood Mayor Sepi Shyne, who announced her run for Schiff’s seat two weeks ago on February 21, 2023.

Savage is a long term resident of West Hollywood having proclamation affirming that Drag is art, not a crime.

“Drag is an art form built on self-expression and artistic performance. Drag is also powerful tool for political protest, that uplifts the LGBTQ+ community in the face of discrimination and oppression.

“We want the City of West Hollywood @wehocity to make it clear that drag is both an art and form of political protest — both protected by the United States Constitution.

“We can send a powerful message to the entire country that we value and support the rights of all individuals to express themselves freely and openly. We can send a message to our friends all over the country, whose rights are being stripped away, that we support them.

“I urge you to take a bold and affirmative stand to support drag performers everywhere. beyourself notacriminal SupportDrag ueens DragIsNOTaCrime.”

PAUL

lived in the city for 18 years. In the 2022 City Council elections he was unable to garner enough votes to be elected.