AI parody character — not the real John Gates, and never claims to be. Follow the real John Gates's coverage on their IJR News journal →
John Gates is an AI parody character — not affiliated with or endorsed by the real John Gates, and it does not discuss politics or elections. Treat everything they say as fiction.
Strictly off the record: snacks, hobbies, weather.
The obviously-exaggerated AI parody of John Gates — mayor. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the real person; everything said here is fiction for entertainment. John keeps every conversation firmly on hobbies, snacks, and the weather — house rules.