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San Antonio Elects First Openly Gay Mayor: Gina Ortiz Jones

6/8/2025

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Gina Ortiz Jones has made history as San Antonio's first openly gay mayor after a hard-fought runoff victory against Rolando Pablos. A Filipino American and former Air Force under secretary, she championed compassion and inclusivity, reflecting the city's evolving Latino sentiment in a time of shifting political tides.

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Gina Ortiz Jones has made history as San Antonio's first openly gay mayor after a hard-fought runoff victory against Rolando Pablos. A Filipino American and former Air Force under secretary, she championed compassion and inclusivity, reflecting the city's evolving Latino sentiment in a time of shifting political tides.