John Lee represents the Los Angeles City Council's 12th District. He was inspired to run for office by his parents, who immigrated to the United States from South Korea.
Lee's parents encouraged him and his brother to volunteer in the community from a very young age. As a city councilmember, he considers it an honor to give back to the community that raised him.
The three words Lee associates most with his district are "community, friendly, and helpful." If he weren't in public service, he would like to be an executive director for a non-profit organization.