I got word today that Santa Ana Mayoral candidate, and Orange Juice blogger, Thomas Gordon will be listed first on the ballot this year, with Stanley Fiala listed next, and incumbent Miguel Pulido coming in last.
In related news, Santa Ana Ward 6 Council Candidate George Collins will also be listed first, ahead of Sal Tinajero and Jennifer Villasenor.
I cannot imagine that Pulido is very happy about this…

Here is what numerology has to say!
Please read it quickly before Tim will erase it as irrelevant to the topic issue.
SUMMARY OF THE QUALITIES FOR LIFE NUMBERS 1 THROUGH 3
ONES are independent, self motivated, and hard workers. They have a strong desire to be #1. They are critical of themselves and as a result, can be critical of others. When the 1 Life Path has won a personal victory, their face radiates with pure joy. Multitasking is something they tend to be very good at, and keeping busy is important to them. The 1s will not tolerate laziness from the people they spend their time with.
TWOS want peace. They make good mediators.They are very loyal, and when they say that they love you,count on it!They welcome companionship and the chance to share their lives with someone special.The flip side is that if they feel threatened or pushed to the wall, they become the terrible 2s. But ultimately, they do not want conflict.
THREES communicate in all areas: written word and verbal. Writers, radio broadcasters, actors, singers, performers, counselors. They are the natural comedian. They can be manic depressive if they do not use their creative energy and tend to exaggerate the truth. Known for their trademark smile, eyes and voice.
SUMMARY OF THE QUALITIES FOR ATTITUDE NUMBERS 1 THROUGH 3
The 1 Attitude: This is someone who doesn’t like to ask for help. They are completely self-motivated. They usually have issues with their self- esteem: they just don’t think they’re good enough. That’s why they need praise from others. If you believe in them, then there’s nothing they can’t achieve; if you don’t, they rebel.
The 2 Attitude is easy going. They are very good observers. They’re also drawn to anything regarding psychic ability, and often may experience d
How many voters vote for the first name on a ballot?
1:32,
Being first on the ballot, and having the longest name on the ballot, do help, though I cannot quantify the results. A good ballot designation doesn’t hurt either.