Running for office in a Culver City-sized community, which is more desirable:
• Would you rather be a challenger who can boast about what you will do?
• Or would you rather defend the present state of matters?
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Scott Zeidman with sons Jason, 12, and Brandon, 7.
Four years ago Scott Zeidman, hitting his stride in his mid-40s and looking younger, successful attorney and entrepreneur, was a fresh face even though he was a graduate of Culver City schools.
Today, 50 days before the Nov. 8 election, he is the extremely ubiquitous President of the School Board.
Supporters say he looks, acts and speaks with authority — without being pushy or aggressive, he prefers being in charge.
Arguably the best known of the five challengers for two Board seats, he is not a cinch to be re-elected but a strong favorite.
When analysts talk about the outcome, they commonly say “Zeidman and…”
How should people judge Mr. Zeidman?
“Look at the progress of our schools,” he says. “Our budget has been cut 16.4 percent. Test scores are up. Anecdotally, our Parental Satisfaction is up.
“We have progressed in all areas where it was needed.”
Many teachers say that outsiders cannot fairly evaluate their work. Does that apply to School Board members?
“Most definitely we can be judged,” he said. “You have to look at the condition the schools were in when we started and the condition the schools are in today.”
(To be continued)
