Sam was the Deputy Ceremonial Mayor of Pioneertown for 2021 and 2022 and has faithfully served as the Official Ceremonial Mayor for 2023. But even before his life in politics began, Sam was coming to Pioneertown almost every weekend (for over 8 years\u2026his whole life!) to do his part to bring smiles to residents and visitors alike. Most weekends you’ll find\u00a0Sam\u00a0gussied up in his finest duds hanging out at the Soap \u2018n Goats shop on Mane Street to shake hands, take photos, and give kisses (no, really)! A sweeter gentle giant you would be hard pressed to find\u2026Sam is not only a goat, but he is also quite possibly THE G.O.A.T. He\u2019s asking for your help to re-elect him as the Official Ceremonial Mayor of Pioneertown in 2024 so he can continue to spread good cheer in the community. VOTE FOR SAM!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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Sam has been the deputy ceremonial mayor for the last two year. This year Sam is asking for your help to be the 2023 ceremonial mayor.
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