South OC Times

Congressman Darrell Issa attended the 61st Annual Lakeside Rodeo in Lakeside, California, marking a significant event in the community and showcasing a longstanding tradition of supporting local youth. During the opening ceremony, Issa commended the Stadium Association for its outstanding contributions, noting its efforts in raising over $250,000 for the Lakeside Community Youth over the past seven years.

In his remarks, Congressman Issa highlighted the importance of preserving the spirit of the American West and the significance of the annual rodeo tradition, which holds the distinction of being the largest in Southern California. He also engaged with constituents, discussing the ongoing impact of the rodeo and its cultural and community values.

Issa is notably the founder of the Congressional Rodeo Caucus, an initiative focused on educating, recognizing, and sustaining the Western lifestyle within communities across the United States. This effort aligns with the goals celebrated at the Lakeside Rodeo, reinforcing community ties and the heritage of the American West.