A Cupertino official is back in the City Council race almost a week after she dropped out due to her health.
Councilmember Hung Wei on Monday said she will continue her reelection bid, despite previously suspending her campaign on Sept. 17 because of her ongoing battle with stage four lung cancer. She said she’s campaigning again after an outpouring of support from residents who believe in her — and intends to serve all four years of her second term if reelected.
“Your words reminded me why I first decided to run for office: to serve our community with every bit of strength and love I have to give,” Wei said in a statement. “Your encouragement, your belief in me and your unwavering support have reignited my passion to continue this campaign.”
Wei, first elected in 2020 and who has served as mayor, reenters a crowded race, with candidates including her colleague Councilmember Kitty Moore, former Mayors Rod Sinks and Barry Chang, former Planning Commissioner R “Ray” Wang, Foothill-De Anza Community College District Trustee Gilbert Wong and Cupertino Chamber of Commerce Board Vice President Claudio Bono. All are vying for two seats on the five-person council.