2024 CANDIDATES FOR LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL POSITIONS ON
CA geberal election – November 5, 2024
PRIORITIES
- Academic excellence
- Financial responsibility and funding
- School safety
Why are you running:
My dedication has been and continues to be to provide safe, healthy, and equitable educational opportunities for every student, teacher, staff member, and parent in our public schools. I’m running again to guarantee all of Burbank’s children have access to the best public education and career preparation opportunities. These are challenging and uncertain times for our school district. Now, more than ever, we need leadership with experience to navigate these issues.
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District includes:
Burbank
PRIORITIES
- My top priority is to continue changing the way Burbank addresses the homeless crisis.
- I will lean on the newly designated Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Regional Housing Trust to fund affordable housing construction directly. I will also focus on increasing the amount of for-sale housing available in Burbank.
- The city is still dependent on fossil fuels for a majority of its energy use. This year, we piloted a new iron-flow battery technology and I am committed to adapting our new construction and power grid for a renewable future.
Why are you running:
I am running for reelection in Burbank to uphold the progress we’ve made, from tenants’ rights to gun control to tackling wages and police funding. I’m committed to running a corporate-free campaign. To build a massive working people’s movement and fight for workers’ rights, we must start locally–and my reelection campaign for Burbank City Council will continue to reflect that vision.
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https://www.konstantineanthony.com
District includes:
Burbank City Council
PRIORITIES
- Building houses
- Improving public safety
- Addressing homelessness
Why are you running:
I am running on a platform of making it easier to more housing including affordable housing, strengthen tenant protections and protect our communities from displacement. For me this issue is deeply personal as a lifelong tenant and someone who has experienced displacement and homelessness in my childhood. I believe that housing is a basic human right and no family should end up on the streets.
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District includes:
Isleton, Elk Grove, Galt, parts of Sacramento, Rio Vista
PRIORITIES
- Fighting homelessness
- Building more affordable housing
- Passing transformative criminal justice reform
Why are you running:
Mia’s advocacy on behalf of children and working families became the focal point of her campaign for Assembly. Mia has seen firsthand the cracks in the systems intended to lift up the most vulnerable in her community, and she campaigned on priority issues such as fighting homelessness, building more affordable housing, passing transformative criminal justice reform, and combating the threat of climate change. She also intends to prioritize issues in California’s public education system so that students and teachers have the resources they need to succeed.
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District includes:
Alamenda, Emeryille, and Parts of Oakland
PRIORITIES
- Justice reform
- Environmental justice
- Racial equality
Why are you running:
Isaac Bryan is running to bring the people back into the center of our government and represent the communities of Los Angeles. The 55th Assembly District is made up of some of the most dynamic and vibrant communities in all of L.A. County. Isaac looks forward to continuing his service to his neighbors as their next Assembly member.
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District includes:
Culver City, Palms, Mid-City, West Adams, Crenshaw, Baldwin Hills, Ladera Heights, Leimert Park, Jefferson Park, West LA, Westwood, and Century City
PRIORITIES
- Protect renters and increase the city’s supply of affordable housing
- WeHo Care crisis response teams are on the ground 24/7, ensure that the Holloway Drive interim housing project is a success in transitioning people to permanent housing and improve care-centric policies
- Prioritize the city’s public safety investments
Why are you running:
I am running for re-election because West Hollywood – like cities throughout the country – need leaders who can help navigate and overcome our emerging crises of economic inequality, climate changes, lack of affordable housing, and need to ensure that good paying jobs meet the economic demands of the region we live in have leaders to champion these issues.
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District includes:
West Hollywood
PRIORITIES
- Housing affordability & homelessness.
- Climate change.
- Civil rights
Why are you running:
The 30th Congressional District has never been represented by a woman, and at a time when abortion rights are being rolled back across the US, and at a time when we have lost and are losing more of our female Congressional delegation in California, there is great enthusiasm by many residents in the district to elect their first female member of Congress. I am running a people-powered, grassroots campaign and will win by continuing to motivate activists and volunteers.
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District includes:
CA-CD30: Atwater Village, Burbank, East Hollywood, Echo Park, Elysian Valley, Fairfax, Glendale, Griffith Park, Hancock Park, Hollywood, Hollywood Hills, Larchmont Village, Los Feliz, Mid-Wilshire, Miracle Mile, Park La Brea, Pasadena, Shadow Hills, Silver Lake, Sunland, Tujunga, Universal City and West Hollywood.
PRIORITIES
- Defending democracy
- Fighting for immigrant families
- Expanding protections for LGBTQ+ community
Why are you running:
Congressman Garcia believes in defending our democracy, leveling the playing field with progressive education policy, addressing the climate crisis, supporting working families with increasing wages, and fighting to expand and protect essential rights for women, immigrants, and the LGBTQI+ community.
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District includes:
Avalon, Long Beach, Signal Hill, Lakewood, Bellflower, Downey, Bell Gardens, Commerce, Cudahy, Bell, Maywood, Vernon, Huntington Park, Walnut Park Florence-Firestone
PRIORITIES
- Public safety.
- Criminal justice reform.
- Civil fairness.
Why are you running:
Gascón, and his work, are defined by the same notions of fairness, public safety, service, and critical thought that have been consistent throughout his life.
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District includes:
Los Angeles County District Attorney
PRIORITIES
- Greater transparency over our growing water import challenges.
- Proportional and equitable distribution of water related to environmental benefits and risks to economic and cultural communities.
- Increased aggressive view to demand management downstream.
Why are you running:
I am running for office because I see a unique opportunity to help shape our region’s water future. My background in science will be a new and informed lens to the board and both enhance and broaden its decision-making by bringing a wider range of perspectives and expertise to MWDOC.
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https://drfrankgomezforwaterboard.squarespace.com/
District includes:
Municipal Water District of Orange County
PRIORITIES
- Fights against cuts to public safety.
- Advocate of clean energy.
- Public safety.
Why are you running:
California should be a national and global leader on issues that we all face. Whether it is the escalating threat of global warming as evidence by increased temperatures and tragic weather events, moving towards a green future and reducing our reliance on fossil fuels, or combating economic inequities that make it harder for families to get by, I will continue to pursue policies that focus on a better future for San Jose.
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District includes:
CA-AD25: Majority of San Jose, including downtown and open space areas in southeast Santa Clara County
PRIORITIES
- Public Safety and actively promote multi-language training programs for fire preparedness
- Environment/Housing – not only expanding open spaces but also plans for affordable and workforce housing units throughout Irvine
- Children & Families – Improve the availability of quality childcare options for families through collaboration with childcare providers and community organizations.
Why are you running:
I’m an Irvine mom, working professional and proud resident of District 1. As a candidate for City Council, I am committed to serving our city with integrity, accountability and empathy, and fostering a community where every voice is heard and valued.
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District includes:
City of Irvine, district one
PRIORITIES
- Climate Change: I pledge to tackle climate change from a firefighter’s perspective.
- Affordability: The homeowners of this district are being charged exorbitant rates for fire insurance, if they are able to get coverage at all.
- Reproductive Rights: The government has no place making decisions for women or their families when it comes to healthcare decisions.
Why are you running:
I am tired of the extremism that prevents any considerable action from being accomplished. Young Kim is out of touch with the people of CA-40 and they deserve a representative that will put them first, not only look out for their own career as an institutional politician.
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https://www.joekerrforcongress.com
District includes:
CA- CD40: Yorba Linda, Anaheim Hills, Orange, Chino Hills, Tustin, Mission Viejo, Aliso Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, Laguna Hills, Laguna Woods, Villa Park, Lake Forest, the unincorporated communities of North Tustin and Coto de Caza, and parts of Brea and Corona.
PRIORITIES
- Building a strong 21st century economy.
- Educating the next generation.
- Fighting for immigration reform.
Why are you running:
Khanna’s commitment to public service is rooted in the belief that the American Dream that inspired his family should continue to inspire future generations. His grandfather participated in Gandhi’s independence movement in India, spending several years in jail for promoting human rights and his parents immigrated to the United States—coming from India to seek opportunity and a better life for their children.
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District includes:
CA-CD17: Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Milpitas, Newark, parts of Fremont, and the northernmost and westernmost parts of San Jose
PRIORITIES
- Put Prosecutors, Police and Prevention Experts Together, Not Point Fingers.
- Focus Limited Courtroom Resources on Violent Crime and Repeat Offenders.
- Bring Back the Data-Driven Prevention Programs That Reduce Crime.
Why are you running:
I am running for District Attorney because we need a new approach to public safety. The Mayor’s handpicked District Attorney has made public safety a battleground for political gain — but Ryan knows that when we put the tired political battles aside and focus on the evidence-based solutions, we will start making real progress toward a safer San Francisco.
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https://ryanforsfda.com/
District includes:
San Francisco
PRIORITIES
- Affordable Housing
- Homelessness
- Wealth Inequality
- Climate Change
- Public Safety
Why are you running:
I’m not afraid to take on San Francisco’s toughest challenges. Whether it’s cleaning up our streets, housing more homeless, or fighting for small businesses, I’ve found new solutions that make a real impact. Now I’m running for Assembly because I want to deliver for San Francisco on an even bigger scale.
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District includes:
San Francisco, Treasure Island, Yerba Buena Island
PRIORITIES
- Housing and homelessness
- Small business development
- Keep our neighborhoods safe
Why are you running:
I’m running for Oceanside City Council District 4 to address our most pressing issues. My background in housing & real estate management and the skills I gained serving our country will be pivotal when tackling the housing crisis, figuring out our role in climate stabilization, creating a welcoming environment for small business growth, and protecting the health and safety of our residents.
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District includes:
Oceanside
PRIORITIES
- Addressing the rising cost of living,
- Building out our transportation, education, and healthcare infrastructures to support our growing, diversifying, and aging population
- Supporting sustainable economic development and growth across the region in a way that uplifts and protects, workers, families, the environment, and small businesses alike.
Why are you running:
The challenges we face as a state and as a region are not easy ones, and we can’t solve the issues we face on our own. Not as one person, one city, or one community. We need access to state resources and state programs to help our residents realize the full potential and promise of our region – we need more from our leaders and from Sacramento. It is going to take all of us together to build a region that works for all of us, which is why I’m running to represent these community-centered values in Sacramento.
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https://www.christyholstege.com/
District includes:
Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Idley Wild, Banning, Yucca Valley, Indo, Eagle Mountain, Joshua Tree, Yuciapa, Highland, Calimesa, La Quinta
PRIORITIES
- Animal Protection Caucus
- Bipartisan Taskforce for Combating Antisemitism
- Ensure equity, equality and stability for all
Why are you running:
Congresswoman Jacobs spent years working to address, minimize, and prevent conflict, instability, and inequality around the world.
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District includes:
City of San Diego, and all of the Cities of El Cajon, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, and the unincorporated communities of Spring Valley and La Presa
PRIORITIES
- Expanding voting rights
- Reproductive justice
- Health care for all
Why are you running:
I fight to make higher education and career training affordable and accessible to everyone, with special focus on underserved communities and students who were previously in the foster care system or incarcerated
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District includes:
Culver City, Ladera Heights, View Park, Park Mesa Heights, Baldwin Hills, Crenshaw, South Central, Hyde Park, Jefferson Park, Leimert Park, Palms, South Robertson, West Adams, Mid-City, Pico, West L.A, and more neighborhoods of Los Angeles.
PRIORITIES
- Environment and sustainability
- Honoring for veterans
- Achieving world class education
Why are you running:
In addition to his political activism, Mike worked as an attorney focused on environmental and energy regulatory compliance and government affairs. Mike is a passionate believer in clean energy and has over a decade of experience in the industry, helping to accelerate the transition towards more sustainable power generation and transportation options.
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District includes:
Laguna Niguel, Ladera Ranch, Rancho Mission Viejo, San Juan Capistrano, Dana Point, San Clemente, Oceanside, Carlsbad, Vista, Encinitas, Solana Beach, and Del Mar.
PRIORITIES
- Climate change
- Universal Healthcare
- Education for All
Why are you running:
I’m an organizer and a community activist, and I’m running to fight for justice, equality, and progress.
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https://www.derekmarshallca.com/
District includes:
Victorville, Hesperia, Phelan
PRIORITIES
- Greater transparency and accountability in the County Supervisor’s office. to root out corruption locally and a balanced budget.
- Economic opportunities to working families in Orange County.
- Ensure veterans have quick access to healthcare, housing and employment services.
Why are you running:
Dr. Marquez running for Orange County Supervisor to bring much-needed accountability and oversight to county government and deliver resources to the communities that need them most.
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www.francesmarquezforsupervisor.com
District includes:
First District at the County of Orange includes the Cities of Cypress, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, La Palma, Los Alamitos, Seal Beach, Westminster, and the Unincorporated Communities of Midway City and Rossmoor.
PRIORITIES
- The environment
- Gun violence
- Women’s reproductive rights
Why are you running:
Before my entry into politics, I defended homeowners as an enforcement attorney at the Securities and Exchange Commission during the housing crisis, and advocated for progressive economic priorities as policy director at the Center for American Progress.
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District includes:
Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Newport Beach, and Seal Beach, and portions of Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, and Laguna Woods.
PRIORITIES
- Homelessness
- College access
- Right to abortion
Why are you running:
Sasha is a recognized regional leader who champions equitable access to higher education and lifting up San Gabriel Valley working families. She is deeply committed to advocating for policies that create social, racial, and economic justice.
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https://www.sashareneeperez.com/
District includes:
Portions of Los Angeles and San Bernardino Counties and includes the communities of Glendale, Pasadena, Alhambra, Altadena, Arcadia, Claremont, Glendora, La Cañada Flintridge, La Crescenta-Montrose, Monrovia, Monterey Park, Rosemead, San Gabriel, San Marino, Sierra Madre, South Pasadena, Temple City, Fontana, Rancho Cucamonga, Upland, and San Antonio Heights
PRIORITIES
- Affordability and cost of living
- Housing and homelessness
- Safer communities
Why are you running:
Rhodesia Ransom is a mom, wife, and devoted public servant who puts people first. She’s delivered results in her more than two decades of experience as a non-profit co-founder, planning commissioner, Tracy city councilmember, and congressional district director.
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https://www.rhodesiaransom.com/
District includes:
Folsom, Jackson, San Andreas, Sonora, Modesto, Oakhurst, Shaver Lake
PRIORITIES
- Community Centered Services: Create a community where services, assistance, and resources are accessible, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of ALL residents.
- Fiscal Responsibility, Transparency, and Accountability: Ensure taxpayer dollars are spent wisely and that city operations and planning are transparent and accountable to the public.
- Affordability: Make the city more affordable for ALL residents, particularly working families, seniors, young professionals, and small business owners.
Why are you running:
We now face a critical juncture as we prepare for development to meet the State’s housing requirements. However, there is continued distrust in our local government. I’m running to restore that trust and bring community engagement, transparency, and accountability to our city’s financial and planning process.
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District includes:
South Pasadena City Council, District 2
PRIORITIES
- Better healthcare, Education, Housing,
- Good Paying Jobs
Why are you running:
Jessica Self is an attorney, fighting for Valley children who don’t have a stable home or a foundation to grow and thrive. As an Assembly member, she will prioritize funding for Valley schools, support for children and families, and an end to domestic violence. She has a vision for the Valley that rebuilds our middle class and allows residents to live healthy, happy lives.
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District includes:
Avenal, Lost Hills, Wasco, Tipton, Pixely, Richgrove, Delano, Buttonwillow, Earlimart, Lamont
PRIORITIES
- Make our neighborhoods safe
- Fighting for financial priorities
- Education for the next generation
Why are you running:
I’m running for Assembly because I understand what it takes to make California financially responsible, improve our education system so that our children have future career opportunities, and to make sure our communities are safe, clean and affordable.
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District includes:
Santa Clara County including the cities of Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, and North and West San Jose.
PRIORITIES
- Community First
- Standing Up for What’s Right
- Protecting Our Environment
Why are you running:
For over 20 years I have mentored thousands of students, led championship sports teams and dedicated my life to public service. As Mayor of West Covina, I have protected our working families by standing up to corporations, ensured our community remains inclusive of all residents and advocated for policies that advance environmental, racial and economic justice.
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https://www.briantabatabai.com/
District includes:
W. Covina City Council, District one
PRIORITIES
- Inclusive Communities: Ensure that the 6k new homes that Palo Alto has agreed to create include affordable housing, create an inclusive sense of community.
- Safer Streets: Invest in safety-related bike, pedestrian, and road infrastructure.
- Green Spaces: Improve open spaces and parks.
Why are you running:
Safety and community vibrancy that help grow and retain small businesses, restaurants, after school activities, and entertainment. And to foster inclusive communities and neighborhoods by providing access to nature and transit as we add housing.
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https://www.cariforcouncil.com
District includes:
Palo Alto City Council
PRIORITIES
- Consumer protection
- Criminal justice
- Diversity and inclusion
Why are you running:
A fearless and outspoken advocate for women, children, people of color, the poor, veterans, and seniors.
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District includes:
Westchester and Playa Del Rey, Lennox, West Athens, West Carson, Harbor Gateway, El Camino Village, Watts, Gardena, Hawthorne, Inglewood, Lawndale, Lomita and Torrance
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2024 primaries – endorsed candidates that won their position as of march 2024
CA PRIMARY BALLOT FOR MARCH 5, 2024
PRIORITIES
- Funding for special education ( fully funded)
- Providing mental health services Standards-based arts education
- Ensuring that all students, teachers, and staff feel seen, supported, and valued as stakeholders
Why are you running:
I have been an actively engaged parent and community member in Glendale for over two decades and have served in leadership roles on numerous committees within the district and in civic organizations in the greater Glendale and Los Angeles area. I’ve used my platform to address social justice and diversity issues; safeguarding equitable access to services regardless of ethnicity, gender, race, religion, or socio-economic status.
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GLENDALE – GUSD District E
PRIORITIES
- Youth and families
- Youth homelessness and housing
- Expanding protected bike lanes for safer school routs
Why are you running:
As a public health professional, I know first-hand how important it is for local governments to provide leadership and resources to address our most serious challenges. The work includes a focus on critical issues such as affordable housing for our workforce and seniors, housing for those experiencing homelessness, natural disaster preparedness such as fires and floods, economic revitalization, safe neighborhoods for our children and much more. This is work I have been effective in, have experience in and am energized to continue to address.
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District includes:
Santa Cruz – District 3
PRIORITIES
- Racial and social justice
- Renewing and strengthening the district’s relationship with its educators and staff through increasing salary and reducing class sizes
- Strengthening communication with families and other community members to increase transparency and access to district updates and counter misinformation
Why are you running:
I am running for the Glendale School Board seat in Area A because I am an educator and labor organizer who wants our school district to continue on its path of providing a welcoming, safe, and empowering environment for our students, families, educators, and staff to learn, grow, and work.
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https://www.tellytse.com/
District includes:
Glendale School Board Area A
2024 primaries – endorsed candidates that did not advance to general
PRIORITIES
- Fighting gun violence
- Mitigating climate change
- Ensured access to high quality and affordable healthcare
Why are you running:
I am running for Congress to unseat MAGA Republican Young Kim and earn the Democratic House majority back. It’s imperative we replace the MAGA Republican leadership that has put political games and party agendas ahead of building an economy that works for all Americans.
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https://allysonforcongress.com/
District includes:
Ca’s 40th District includes parts of Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Cities: Aliso Viejo, Laguna Hills, Laguna Woods, Mission Viejo, Coto De Caza, San Juan Hot Springs, Rancho Santa Margarita, Lake Forest, Trabuco Canyon, Foothill Ranch, Portola Hills, Modjeska, Silverado, Tustin, North Tustin, Villa Park, Parts of Orange, Yorba Linda, Chino Hills
PRIORITIES
- Environment justice
- Fight for workers
- Housing affordability
- Public education
Why are you running:
I won 20,000 votes for the State Senate in the March primary. I want to continue the moment um and represent my hometown as its first Iranian and first openly gay representative.
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District includes:
Irvine, Orange County – District 2
PRIORITIES
- Mental Health and Healthcare for All
- Housing and Homeless
- Community Violence Prevention
Why are you running:
A fighter for all of us, Sepi has advocated for and delivered on some of the biggest challenges of our time: mental health care, affordable housing and homelessness, climate action, LGBTQ+ equality, social justice, reproductive rights, fair wages and creating communities where every person feels safe. Now, she’s ready to take her dedication to Congress, to help build a nation that benefits all of us.
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District includes:
Burbank, Glendale, Sunland
2024 CANDIDATES FOR STATE AND FEDERAL POSITIONS SEEKING ENDORSEMENT FROM
CALIFORNIA DEMOCRATIC PARTY (CADEM)
