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Rudy Salas is the Democratic incumbent, having served as the Representative for Assembly District 32 since 2012.
In the State Assembly Salas is currently the chair of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and serves on the Agriculture, Governmental Organization, Veterans Affairs and Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committees. He is also the chair of the Select Committee on Early Childhood Development.
Salas has supported improving access to healthcare in rural areas, voted for overtime wages for farmworkers, and supported resolutions calling out deceptive practices being used by ICE. He also voted for SB 54, California Values Act, which barred state and local data and resources from being used to assist federal immigration enforcement.
That said, Salas has a poor track record on issues relating to environmental protection and climate change. He has also opposed criminal justice reform efforts, including efforts to give judges more say over sentencing and drug sentencing reform.
While Assemblymember Salas has a poor track record on progressive issues, and only scored 12 out of 100 on this year’s Courage Score, he is running against a Republican, Todd Cotta, in the primary. While we disagree with Salas on his lack of support on the issues mentioned above, Salas is the most progressive choice in this race. That said, we encourage more progressive candidates, that will better reflect this community’s needs, to run in future cycles.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Rudy Salas
Rudy Salas is the Democratic incumbent, having served as the Representative for Assembly District 32 since 2012.
In the State Assembly Salas is currently the chair of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and serves on the Agriculture, Governmental Organization, Veterans Affairs and Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committees. He is also the chair of the Select Committee on Early Childhood Development.
Salas has supported improving access to healthcare in rural areas, voted for overtime wages for farmworkers, and supported resolutions calling out deceptive practices being used by ICE. He also voted for SB 54, California Values Act, which barred state and local data and resources from being used to assist federal immigration enforcement.
That said, Salas has a poor track record on issues relating to environmental protection and climate change. He has also opposed criminal justice reform efforts, including efforts to give judges more say over sentencing and drug sentencing reform.
While Assemblymember Salas has a poor track record on progressive issues, and only scored 12 out of 100 on this year’s Courage Score, he is running against a Republican, Todd Cotta, in the primary. While we disagree with Salas on his lack of support on the issues mentioned above, Salas is the most progressive choice in this race. That said, we encourage more progressive candidates, that will better reflect this community’s needs, to run in future cycles.
Rudy Salas is the Democratic incumbent, having served as the Representative for Assembly District 32 since 2012.
In the State Assembly Salas is currently the chair of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and serves on the Agriculture, Governmental Organization, Veterans Affairs and Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committees. He is also the chair of the Select Committee on Early Childhood Development.
Salas has supported improving access to healthcare in rural areas, voted for overtime wages for farmworkers, and supported resolutions calling out deceptive practices being used by ICE. He also voted for SB 54, California Values Act, which barred state and local data and resources from being used to assist federal immigration enforcement.
That said, Salas has a poor track record on issues relating to environmental protection and climate change. He has also opposed criminal justice reform efforts, including efforts to give judges more say over sentencing and drug sentencing reform.
While Assemblymember Salas has a poor track record on progressive issues, and only scored 12 out of 100 on this year’s Courage Score, he is running against a Republican, Todd Cotta, in the primary. While we disagree with Salas on his lack of support on the issues mentioned above, Salas is the most progressive choice in this race. That said, we encourage more progressive candidates, that will better reflect this community’s needs, to run in future cycles.
Rudy Salas
Rudy Salas is the Democratic incumbent, having served as the Representative for Assembly District 32 since 2012.
In the State Assembly Salas is currently the chair of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and serves on the Agriculture, Governmental Organization, Veterans Affairs and Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committees. He is also the chair of the Select Committee on Early Childhood Development.
Salas has supported improving access to healthcare in rural areas, voted for overtime wages for farmworkers, and supported resolutions calling out deceptive practices being used by ICE. He also voted for SB 54, California Values Act, which barred state and local data and resources from being used to assist federal immigration enforcement.
That said, Salas has a poor track record on issues relating to environmental protection and climate change. He has also opposed criminal justice reform efforts, including efforts to give judges more say over sentencing and drug sentencing reform.
While Assemblymember Salas has a poor track record on progressive issues, and only scored 12 out of 100 on this year’s Courage Score, he is running against a Republican, Todd Cotta, in the primary. While we disagree with Salas on his lack of support on the issues mentioned above, Salas is the most progressive choice in this race. That said, we encourage more progressive candidates, that will better reflect this community’s needs, to run in future cycles.
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Rudy Salas is the Democratic incumbent, having served as the Representative for Assembly District 32 since 2012.
In the State Assembly Salas is currently the chair of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and serves on the Agriculture, Governmental Organization, Veterans Affairs and Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committees. He is also the chair of the Select Committee on Early Childhood Development.
Salas has supported improving access to healthcare in rural areas, voted for overtime wages for farmworkers, and supported resolutions calling out deceptive practices being used by ICE. He also voted for SB 54, California Values Act, which barred state and local data and resources from being used to assist federal immigration enforcement.
That said, Salas has a poor track record on issues relating to environmental protection and climate change. He has also opposed criminal justice reform efforts, including efforts to give judges more say over sentencing and drug sentencing reform.
While Assemblymember Salas has a poor track record on progressive issues, and only scored 12 out of 100 on this year’s Courage Score, he is running against a Republican, Todd Cotta, in the primary. While we disagree with Salas on his lack of support on the issues mentioned above, Salas is the most progressive choice in this race. That said, we encourage more progressive candidates, that will better reflect this community’s needs, to run in future cycles.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Rep. Cox was born in Walnut Creek, California and grew up in the Central Valley, the son of immigrants. He is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2019. According to campaign materials he is running to keep his seat to continue serving the working families of the Central Valley.
In his first term in Congress, Rep. Cox has worked to secure funds for essential water infrastructure improvements in the Central Valley, to improve healthcare delivery and asthma treatment in rural communities, and to extend clean energy tax credits for business owners. He has also proposed legislation that could help dozens of cities in his district achieve safe drinking water standards, working closely with cities and environmental justice groups across the Valley to draft the bill. Rep. Cox currently chairs a subcommittee of the House Committee on Natural Resources. Prior to his election to Congress, Rep. Cox was an engineer and also created the Central Valley Fund, which raises money for projects located in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods throughout the Central Valley.
Rep. Cox has shown strong support for farmers, rural communities, and veterans in Congress. That said, he has at times voted in support of amendments that have the effect of weakening progressive legislation.
Unfortunately, Rep. Cox isn’t without complications. His eyebrow-raising business history and practices have come under scrutiny and lawsuits have surfaced accusing Rep. Cox of committing fraud and owing money to investors.
Rep. Cox is being challenged by David Valadao (R), who he bested in 2018 by less than 1,000 votes (and has his own questionable financial history). He is also challenged by Roque "Rocky" De La Fuente (R) and Ricardo De La Fuente (D). According to recent election results, it's rare that Democrats win this seat as Rep. Cox did in 2018. His track record of fighting for Central Valley families and his strong base in a recently flipped district makes him the strongest choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Terrence John (TJ) Cox
Rep. Cox was born in Walnut Creek, California and grew up in the Central Valley, the son of immigrants. He is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2019.
Rep. Cox was born in Walnut Creek, California and grew up in the Central Valley, the son of immigrants. He is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2019. According to campaign materials he is running to keep his seat to continue serving the working families of the Central Valley.
In his first term in Congress, Rep. Cox has worked to secure funds for essential water infrastructure improvements in the Central Valley, to improve healthcare delivery and asthma treatment in rural communities, and to extend clean energy tax credits for business owners. He has also proposed legislation that could help dozens of cities in his district achieve safe drinking water standards, working closely with cities and environmental justice groups across the Valley to draft the bill. Rep. Cox currently chairs a subcommittee of the House Committee on Natural Resources. Prior to his election to Congress, Rep. Cox was an engineer and also created the Central Valley Fund, which raises money for projects located in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods throughout the Central Valley.
Rep. Cox has shown strong support for farmers, rural communities, and veterans in Congress. That said, he has at times voted in support of amendments that have the effect of weakening progressive legislation.
Unfortunately, Rep. Cox isn’t without complications. His eyebrow-raising business history and practices have come under scrutiny and lawsuits have surfaced accusing Rep. Cox of committing fraud and owing money to investors.
Rep. Cox is being challenged by David Valadao (R), who he bested in 2018 by less than 1,000 votes (and has his own questionable financial history). He is also challenged by Roque "Rocky" De La Fuente (R) and Ricardo De La Fuente (D). According to recent election results, it's rare that Democrats win this seat as Rep. Cox did in 2018. His track record of fighting for Central Valley families and his strong base in a recently flipped district makes him the strongest choice in this race.
Terrence John (TJ) Cox
Rep. Cox was born in Walnut Creek, California and grew up in the Central Valley, the son of immigrants. He is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2019.
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Rep. Cox was born in Walnut Creek, California and grew up in the Central Valley, the son of immigrants. He is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2019. According to campaign materials he is running to keep his seat to continue serving the working families of the Central Valley.
In his first term in Congress, Rep. Cox has worked to secure funds for essential water infrastructure improvements in the Central Valley, to improve healthcare delivery and asthma treatment in rural communities, and to extend clean energy tax credits for business owners. He has also proposed legislation that could help dozens of cities in his district achieve safe drinking water standards, working closely with cities and environmental justice groups across the Valley to draft the bill. Rep. Cox currently chairs a subcommittee of the House Committee on Natural Resources. Prior to his election to Congress, Rep. Cox was an engineer and also created the Central Valley Fund, which raises money for projects located in economically disadvantaged neighborhoods throughout the Central Valley.
Rep. Cox has shown strong support for farmers, rural communities, and veterans in Congress. That said, he has at times voted in support of amendments that have the effect of weakening progressive legislation.
Unfortunately, Rep. Cox isn’t without complications. His eyebrow-raising business history and practices have come under scrutiny and lawsuits have surfaced accusing Rep. Cox of committing fraud and owing money to investors.
Rep. Cox is being challenged by David Valadao (R), who he bested in 2018 by less than 1,000 votes (and has his own questionable financial history). He is also challenged by Roque "Rocky" De La Fuente (R) and Ricardo De La Fuente (D). According to recent election results, it's rare that Democrats win this seat as Rep. Cox did in 2018. His track record of fighting for Central Valley families and his strong base in a recently flipped district makes him the strongest choice in this race.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Bobby Bliatout is the son of Hmong refugees who moved to the Central Valley when he was four years old. Bliatout grew up in the Central Valley and attended Cal State Bakersfield. According to campaign materials he is running to represent District 22 in Congress because he believes middle class and working families are being left behind, while the wealthy and powerful continue enriching themselves. He pledges to focus on solving issues important to Valley families, including health care coverage, the homelessness crisis, and climate change-related threats to farmlands, water, and air pollution.
Bliatout is the Chief Executive Officer of two community clinic networks operating in the greater Fresno and Sacramento areas, which together provide medical and dental services to more than 100,000 patients and employ nearly 300 people. Bliatout has also worked as a farmer in the Central Valley, an experience that left him with a deep understanding of the challenges experienced by many Central Valley families connected to agriculture.
Bliatout is running against Representative Devin Nunes (R) who is the incumbent and has held the seat since 2003. Nunes is one of President Trump’s strongest allies in Congress, holding a seat as the top Republican on the House Intelligence Committee and the No. 2 Republican on the House Ways and Means Committee. In addition to his extreme right-wing legislative agenda, there is strong and compelling evidence that Rep. Nunes is centrally involved in the Ukraine scandal at the center of the impeachment of President Donald Trump. Other challengers in this race include Phil Arballo (D), Dary Rezvani (D), and Eric Garcia (NPP). Arballo has been able to produce superior fundraising totals to Bliatout at this point, however, we have great confidence that whichever Democrat advances to the general will receive sufficient fundraising support, given Nunes’ trail of misdeeds.
According to recent election results, it is challenging for a Democrat to win this district. However, in 2018, Democratic challenger Andrew Janz lost by a much narrower margin than usual, suggesting that it is possible for a strong challenger to win this seat in a presidential election year, as turnout will increase for Democrats across the board. Bliatout is the progressive choice because he has a comprehensive progressive policy agenda, emphasizes a community-based approach to governance, and has key supporters that can help him win the district.
According to our analysis, Bobby Bliatout is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office and deserves your vote.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Bobby Bliatout
Bobby Bliatout is the son of Hmong refugees who moved to the Central Valley when he was four years old. Bliatout grew up in the Central Valley and attended Cal State Bakersfield.
Bobby Bliatout is the son of Hmong refugees who moved to the Central Valley when he was four years old. Bliatout grew up in the Central Valley and attended Cal State Bakersfield. According to campaign materials he is running to represent District 22 in Congress because he believes middle class and working families are being left behind, while the wealthy and powerful continue enriching themselves. He pledges to focus on solving issues important to Valley families, including health care coverage, the homelessness crisis, and climate change-related threats to farmlands, water, and air pollution.
Bliatout is the Chief Executive Officer of two community clinic networks operating in the greater Fresno and Sacramento areas, which together provide medical and dental services to more than 100,000 patients and employ nearly 300 people. Bliatout has also worked as a farmer in the Central Valley, an experience that left him with a deep understanding of the challenges experienced by many Central Valley families connected to agriculture.
Bliatout is running against Representative Devin Nunes (R) who is the incumbent and has held the seat since 2003. Nunes is one of President Trump’s strongest allies in Congress, holding a seat as the top Republican on the House Intelligence Committee and the No. 2 Republican on the House Ways and Means Committee. In addition to his extreme right-wing legislative agenda, there is strong and compelling evidence that Rep. Nunes is centrally involved in the Ukraine scandal at the center of the impeachment of President Donald Trump. Other challengers in this race include Phil Arballo (D), Dary Rezvani (D), and Eric Garcia (NPP). Arballo has been able to produce superior fundraising totals to Bliatout at this point, however, we have great confidence that whichever Democrat advances to the general will receive sufficient fundraising support, given Nunes’ trail of misdeeds.
According to recent election results, it is challenging for a Democrat to win this district. However, in 2018, Democratic challenger Andrew Janz lost by a much narrower margin than usual, suggesting that it is possible for a strong challenger to win this seat in a presidential election year, as turnout will increase for Democrats across the board. Bliatout is the progressive choice because he has a comprehensive progressive policy agenda, emphasizes a community-based approach to governance, and has key supporters that can help him win the district.
According to our analysis, Bobby Bliatout is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office and deserves your vote.
Bobby Bliatout
Bobby Bliatout is the son of Hmong refugees who moved to the Central Valley when he was four years old. Bliatout grew up in the Central Valley and attended Cal State Bakersfield.
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Bobby Bliatout is the son of Hmong refugees who moved to the Central Valley when he was four years old. Bliatout grew up in the Central Valley and attended Cal State Bakersfield. According to campaign materials he is running to represent District 22 in Congress because he believes middle class and working families are being left behind, while the wealthy and powerful continue enriching themselves. He pledges to focus on solving issues important to Valley families, including health care coverage, the homelessness crisis, and climate change-related threats to farmlands, water, and air pollution.
Bliatout is the Chief Executive Officer of two community clinic networks operating in the greater Fresno and Sacramento areas, which together provide medical and dental services to more than 100,000 patients and employ nearly 300 people. Bliatout has also worked as a farmer in the Central Valley, an experience that left him with a deep understanding of the challenges experienced by many Central Valley families connected to agriculture.
Bliatout is running against Representative Devin Nunes (R) who is the incumbent and has held the seat since 2003. Nunes is one of President Trump’s strongest allies in Congress, holding a seat as the top Republican on the House Intelligence Committee and the No. 2 Republican on the House Ways and Means Committee. In addition to his extreme right-wing legislative agenda, there is strong and compelling evidence that Rep. Nunes is centrally involved in the Ukraine scandal at the center of the impeachment of President Donald Trump. Other challengers in this race include Phil Arballo (D), Dary Rezvani (D), and Eric Garcia (NPP). Arballo has been able to produce superior fundraising totals to Bliatout at this point, however, we have great confidence that whichever Democrat advances to the general will receive sufficient fundraising support, given Nunes’ trail of misdeeds.
According to recent election results, it is challenging for a Democrat to win this district. However, in 2018, Democratic challenger Andrew Janz lost by a much narrower margin than usual, suggesting that it is possible for a strong challenger to win this seat in a presidential election year, as turnout will increase for Democrats across the board. Bliatout is the progressive choice because he has a comprehensive progressive policy agenda, emphasizes a community-based approach to governance, and has key supporters that can help him win the district.
According to our analysis, Bobby Bliatout is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office and deserves your vote.
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Kim Mangone, a veteran, is from Lancaster, CA. According to campaign materials, Mangone is running for congress because she understands the leadership her district needs and is confident that her problem-solving skills will allow her to advance policies to benefit her community.
Kim Mangone is a United States Air Force veteran, aircraft mechanic, and retired systems engineer. While serving her country, Mangone developed innovative solutions to the problems she encountered and said she would apply those skills if elected. Mangone, a single parent, put herself through school while working full-time. The experience of balancing school, work, and child care has given her insight into the issues that many in her community experience and is what motivates her to become the district’s next representative.
Kim Mangone is running against Representative Kevin McCarthy (R), who is the incumbent and has been in congress since 2007. Mangone is the best progressive choice because of her vision to enact policies that help us achieve universal healthcare and her pledge to protect programs like social security from GOP attacks.
According to our analysis, Mangone is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office.Last updated: 2023-04-05Kim Mangone
Kim Mangone, a veteran, is from Lancaster, CA. According to campaign materials, Mangone is running for congress because she understands the leadership her district needs and is confident that her problem-solving skills will allow her to advance policies to benefit her community.
Kim Mangone, a veteran, is from Lancaster, CA. According to campaign materials, Mangone is running for congress because she understands the leadership her district needs and is confident that her problem-solving skills will allow her to advance policies to benefit her community.
Kim Mangone is a United States Air Force veteran, aircraft mechanic, and retired systems engineer. While serving her country, Mangone developed innovative solutions to the problems she encountered and said she would apply those skills if elected. Mangone, a single parent, put herself through school while working full-time. The experience of balancing school, work, and child care has given her insight into the issues that many in her community experience and is what motivates her to become the district’s next representative.
Kim Mangone is running against Representative Kevin McCarthy (R), who is the incumbent and has been in congress since 2007. Mangone is the best progressive choice because of her vision to enact policies that help us achieve universal healthcare and her pledge to protect programs like social security from GOP attacks.
According to our analysis, Mangone is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office.Kim Mangone
Kim Mangone, a veteran, is from Lancaster, CA. According to campaign materials, Mangone is running for congress because she understands the leadership her district needs and is confident that her problem-solving skills will allow her to advance policies to benefit her community.
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Kim Mangone, a veteran, is from Lancaster, CA. According to campaign materials, Mangone is running for congress because she understands the leadership her district needs and is confident that her problem-solving skills will allow her to advance policies to benefit her community.
Kim Mangone is a United States Air Force veteran, aircraft mechanic, and retired systems engineer. While serving her country, Mangone developed innovative solutions to the problems she encountered and said she would apply those skills if elected. Mangone, a single parent, put herself through school while working full-time. The experience of balancing school, work, and child care has given her insight into the issues that many in her community experience and is what motivates her to become the district’s next representative.
Kim Mangone is running against Representative Kevin McCarthy (R), who is the incumbent and has been in congress since 2007. Mangone is the best progressive choice because of her vision to enact policies that help us achieve universal healthcare and her pledge to protect programs like social security from GOP attacks.
According to our analysis, Mangone is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Rudy Salas is the Democratic incumbent, having served as the Representative for Assembly District 32 since 2012.
In the State Assembly Salas is currently the chair of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and serves on the Agriculture, Governmental Organization, Veterans Affairs and Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committees. He is also the chair of the Select Committee on Early Childhood Development.
Salas has supported improving access to healthcare in rural areas, voted for overtime wages for farmworkers, and supported resolutions calling out deceptive practices being used by ICE. He also voted for SB 54, California Values Act, which barred state and local data and resources from being used to assist federal immigration enforcement.
That said, Salas has a poor track record on issues relating to environmental protection and climate change. He has also opposed criminal justice reform efforts, including efforts to give judges more say over sentencing and drug sentencing reform.
While Assemblymember Salas has a poor track record on progressive issues, and only scored 12 out of 100 on this year’s Courage Score, he is running against a Republican, Todd Cotta, in the primary. While we disagree with Salas on his lack of support on the issues mentioned above, Salas is the most progressive choice in this race. That said, we encourage more progressive candidates, that will better reflect this community’s needs, to run in future cycles.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Rudy Salas
Rudy Salas is the Democratic incumbent, having served as the Representative for Assembly District 32 since 2012.
In the State Assembly Salas is currently the chair of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and serves on the Agriculture, Governmental Organization, Veterans Affairs and Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committees. He is also the chair of the Select Committee on Early Childhood Development.
Salas has supported improving access to healthcare in rural areas, voted for overtime wages for farmworkers, and supported resolutions calling out deceptive practices being used by ICE. He also voted for SB 54, California Values Act, which barred state and local data and resources from being used to assist federal immigration enforcement.
That said, Salas has a poor track record on issues relating to environmental protection and climate change. He has also opposed criminal justice reform efforts, including efforts to give judges more say over sentencing and drug sentencing reform.
While Assemblymember Salas has a poor track record on progressive issues, and only scored 12 out of 100 on this year’s Courage Score, he is running against a Republican, Todd Cotta, in the primary. While we disagree with Salas on his lack of support on the issues mentioned above, Salas is the most progressive choice in this race. That said, we encourage more progressive candidates, that will better reflect this community’s needs, to run in future cycles.
Rudy Salas is the Democratic incumbent, having served as the Representative for Assembly District 32 since 2012.
In the State Assembly Salas is currently the chair of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and serves on the Agriculture, Governmental Organization, Veterans Affairs and Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committees. He is also the chair of the Select Committee on Early Childhood Development.
Salas has supported improving access to healthcare in rural areas, voted for overtime wages for farmworkers, and supported resolutions calling out deceptive practices being used by ICE. He also voted for SB 54, California Values Act, which barred state and local data and resources from being used to assist federal immigration enforcement.
That said, Salas has a poor track record on issues relating to environmental protection and climate change. He has also opposed criminal justice reform efforts, including efforts to give judges more say over sentencing and drug sentencing reform.
While Assemblymember Salas has a poor track record on progressive issues, and only scored 12 out of 100 on this year’s Courage Score, he is running against a Republican, Todd Cotta, in the primary. While we disagree with Salas on his lack of support on the issues mentioned above, Salas is the most progressive choice in this race. That said, we encourage more progressive candidates, that will better reflect this community’s needs, to run in future cycles.
Rudy Salas
Rudy Salas is the Democratic incumbent, having served as the Representative for Assembly District 32 since 2012.
In the State Assembly Salas is currently the chair of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and serves on the Agriculture, Governmental Organization, Veterans Affairs and Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committees. He is also the chair of the Select Committee on Early Childhood Development.
Salas has supported improving access to healthcare in rural areas, voted for overtime wages for farmworkers, and supported resolutions calling out deceptive practices being used by ICE. He also voted for SB 54, California Values Act, which barred state and local data and resources from being used to assist federal immigration enforcement.
That said, Salas has a poor track record on issues relating to environmental protection and climate change. He has also opposed criminal justice reform efforts, including efforts to give judges more say over sentencing and drug sentencing reform.
While Assemblymember Salas has a poor track record on progressive issues, and only scored 12 out of 100 on this year’s Courage Score, he is running against a Republican, Todd Cotta, in the primary. While we disagree with Salas on his lack of support on the issues mentioned above, Salas is the most progressive choice in this race. That said, we encourage more progressive candidates, that will better reflect this community’s needs, to run in future cycles.
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Rudy Salas is the Democratic incumbent, having served as the Representative for Assembly District 32 since 2012.
In the State Assembly Salas is currently the chair of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee and serves on the Agriculture, Governmental Organization, Veterans Affairs and Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committees. He is also the chair of the Select Committee on Early Childhood Development.
Salas has supported improving access to healthcare in rural areas, voted for overtime wages for farmworkers, and supported resolutions calling out deceptive practices being used by ICE. He also voted for SB 54, California Values Act, which barred state and local data and resources from being used to assist federal immigration enforcement.
That said, Salas has a poor track record on issues relating to environmental protection and climate change. He has also opposed criminal justice reform efforts, including efforts to give judges more say over sentencing and drug sentencing reform.
While Assemblymember Salas has a poor track record on progressive issues, and only scored 12 out of 100 on this year’s Courage Score, he is running against a Republican, Todd Cotta, in the primary. While we disagree with Salas on his lack of support on the issues mentioned above, Salas is the most progressive choice in this race. That said, we encourage more progressive candidates, that will better reflect this community’s needs, to run in future cycles.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Vote YES On Prop 13, School and College Facilities Bond
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This proposition would provide $9 billion for desperately needed renovations to public preschools and grade schools throughout the state, and $6 billion for construction to community colleges, the Cal State system, and the UC system. This will allow the state of California to use tax revenue to pay for improvements that local communities cannot afford.
The funding would come from bonds the state would pay back over 35 years, totaling an estimated $26 billion, which includes $15 billion in principal and $11 billion in interest. This investment is well worth the costs. It takes money, after all, to ensure that students -- especially those in districts that can’t afford major capital improvement projects -- do not have to learn in dangerous environments.
The vast majority of Democrats in the state legislature support it, as does Gov. Newsom, and the only major opposition is a group called the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association. This is the group famous for destroying California’s school funding system in 1978 through another proposition, ironically one that was also dubbed Prop 13. The group spends most of its time lobbying to reduce tax rates. It has never shown any interest in supporting California’s children, at least if that means wealthy individuals or giant corporations would pay their fair share in taxes.
Critics of the measure have pointed out that the ballot measure’s language includes a provision that frees new multi-family developments around subway stops and bus stations from school impact fees. This provision will make it easier for developers to build apartment buildings within a half-mile of public transit but could also drive up the cost of new housing and take funds away from school districts across the state. Despite this provision, the measure is still supported by most education groups in the state, who believe the overall funding allocation to schools outweighs the impact of reduced funding to school districts located near transit hubs. 2020’s Prop 13 is worth the investment since it means children will soon be able to attend school in buildings that are retrofitted to withstand earthquakes and no longer have lead in their water.
We strongly recommend a YES vote on Prop 13.
Last updated: 2023-04-05This proposition would provide $9 billion for desperately needed renovations to public preschools and grade schools throughout the state, and $6 billion for construction to community colleges, the Cal State system, and the UC system. This will allow the state of California to use tax revenue to pay for improvements that local communities cannot afford.
The funding would come from bonds the state would pay back over 35 years, totaling an estimated $26 billion, which includes $15 billion in principal and $11 billion in interest. This investment is well worth the costs. It takes money, after all, to ensure that students -- especially those in districts that can’t afford major capital improvement projects -- do not have to learn in dangerous environments.
The vast majority of Democrats in the state legislature support it, as does Gov. Newsom, and the only major opposition is a group called the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association. This is the group famous for destroying California’s school funding system in 1978 through another proposition, ironically one that was also dubbed Prop 13. The group spends most of its time lobbying to reduce tax rates. It has never shown any interest in supporting California’s children, at least if that means wealthy individuals or giant corporations would pay their fair share in taxes.
Critics of the measure have pointed out that the ballot measure’s language includes a provision that frees new multi-family developments around subway stops and bus stations from school impact fees. This provision will make it easier for developers to build apartment buildings within a half-mile of public transit but could also drive up the cost of new housing and take funds away from school districts across the state. Despite this provision, the measure is still supported by most education groups in the state, who believe the overall funding allocation to schools outweighs the impact of reduced funding to school districts located near transit hubs. 2020’s Prop 13 is worth the investment since it means children will soon be able to attend school in buildings that are retrofitted to withstand earthquakes and no longer have lead in their water.
We strongly recommend a YES vote on Prop 13.
This proposition would provide $9 billion for desperately needed renovations to public preschools and grade schools throughout the state, and $6 billion for construction to community colleges, the Cal State system, and the UC system. This will allow the state of California to use tax revenue to pay for improvements that local communities cannot afford.
The funding would come from bonds the state would pay back over 35 years, totaling an estimated $26 billion, which includes $15 billion in principal and $11 billion in interest. This investment is well worth the costs. It takes money, after all, to ensure that students -- especially those in districts that can’t afford major capital improvement projects -- do not have to learn in dangerous environments.
The vast majority of Democrats in the state legislature support it, as does Gov. Newsom, and the only major opposition is a group called the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association. This is the group famous for destroying California’s school funding system in 1978 through another proposition, ironically one that was also dubbed Prop 13. The group spends most of its time lobbying to reduce tax rates. It has never shown any interest in supporting California’s children, at least if that means wealthy individuals or giant corporations would pay their fair share in taxes.
Critics of the measure have pointed out that the ballot measure’s language includes a provision that frees new multi-family developments around subway stops and bus stations from school impact fees. This provision will make it easier for developers to build apartment buildings within a half-mile of public transit but could also drive up the cost of new housing and take funds away from school districts across the state. Despite this provision, the measure is still supported by most education groups in the state, who believe the overall funding allocation to schools outweighs the impact of reduced funding to school districts located near transit hubs. 2020’s Prop 13 is worth the investment since it means children will soon be able to attend school in buildings that are retrofitted to withstand earthquakes and no longer have lead in their water.
We strongly recommend a YES vote on Prop 13.
CA Prop 13
This proposition would provide $9 billion for desperately needed renovations to public preschools and grade schools throughout the state, and $6 billion for construction to community colleges, the Cal State system, and the UC system.
Depending on where you live, you may have one of the below school races on your ballot.
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Dr. George McKenna is from New Orleans. His is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2014. According to campaign materials, he is running for re-election to the LAUSD School Board to continue to create a system of education that promotes positive change through emphasizing justice, equal opportunities, and cultivating non-violent learning spaces.
As Vice President of the LAUSD Board of Education, Dr. McKenna has implemented reforms to that aim to boost inclusive learning environments and improve student achievement. Prior to his election to the School Board, Dr. McKenna received a PhD in Education and has worked as a teacher, principal, and superintendent where developed a reputation for his innovative education solutions that decreased violence in inner-city schools, addressed low-achievement, increased community engagement and college enrollment. He has also authored legislation that allows parents to receive time off of work so that they are able to attend students’ activities.
Dr. McKenna is running unopposed and is the best progressive choice because of his track record of fighting for students and teachers, which he has received wide national recognition from Time magazine to The Oprah Winfrey Show, as well as a movie documenting his accomplishments and educational approaches titled “The George McKenna Story.”
According to our analysis, Dr. McKenna is a strong choice for progressive leadership in office.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Dr. George J. McKenna
Dr. George McKenna is from New Orleans. His is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2014.
Dr. George McKenna is from New Orleans. His is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2014. According to campaign materials, he is running for re-election to the LAUSD School Board to continue to create a system of education that promotes positive change through emphasizing justice, equal opportunities, and cultivating non-violent learning spaces.
As Vice President of the LAUSD Board of Education, Dr. McKenna has implemented reforms to that aim to boost inclusive learning environments and improve student achievement. Prior to his election to the School Board, Dr. McKenna received a PhD in Education and has worked as a teacher, principal, and superintendent where developed a reputation for his innovative education solutions that decreased violence in inner-city schools, addressed low-achievement, increased community engagement and college enrollment. He has also authored legislation that allows parents to receive time off of work so that they are able to attend students’ activities.
Dr. McKenna is running unopposed and is the best progressive choice because of his track record of fighting for students and teachers, which he has received wide national recognition from Time magazine to The Oprah Winfrey Show, as well as a movie documenting his accomplishments and educational approaches titled “The George McKenna Story.”
According to our analysis, Dr. McKenna is a strong choice for progressive leadership in office.
Dr. George J. McKenna
Dr. George McKenna is from New Orleans. His is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2014.
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Dr. George McKenna is from New Orleans. His is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2014. According to campaign materials, he is running for re-election to the LAUSD School Board to continue to create a system of education that promotes positive change through emphasizing justice, equal opportunities, and cultivating non-violent learning spaces.
As Vice President of the LAUSD Board of Education, Dr. McKenna has implemented reforms to that aim to boost inclusive learning environments and improve student achievement. Prior to his election to the School Board, Dr. McKenna received a PhD in Education and has worked as a teacher, principal, and superintendent where developed a reputation for his innovative education solutions that decreased violence in inner-city schools, addressed low-achievement, increased community engagement and college enrollment. He has also authored legislation that allows parents to receive time off of work so that they are able to attend students’ activities.
Dr. McKenna is running unopposed and is the best progressive choice because of his track record of fighting for students and teachers, which he has received wide national recognition from Time magazine to The Oprah Winfrey Show, as well as a movie documenting his accomplishments and educational approaches titled “The George McKenna Story.”
According to our analysis, Dr. McKenna is a strong choice for progressive leadership in office.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Scott Schmerelson is a career educator with over 30 years of experience with LAUSD. He is the School Board District 3 incumbent, having served in this position since 2015. According to campaign materials, he is running for re-election to reduce class size, support and improve public schools, ensure classrooms and teachers have the resources they require while maintaining a responsible budget, and to make certain that schools are led by individuals who reflect the needs of the communities they serve.
On the School Board, Schmerelson has been an outspoken supporter of teachers and their demands, as well as a leading voice to reduce class size so that students have the attention required for an effective learning environment and quality education. Prior to Schmerelson’s election to the School Board, he worked as a teacher, school counselor, assistant principal, and principal where he accomplished increasing test scores and boosting the morale of students, teachers, and parents.
Schmerelson is running against Marilyn Koziatek and Elizabeth Bartels-Badger. Schmerelson is the best progressive choice because of his career-long dedication to improving education throughout LAUSD and his track record of fighting to make sure that children have access to the quality education they deserve.
According to our analysis, Schmerelson is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Scott Mark Schmerelson
Scott Schmerelson is a career educator with over 30 years of experience with LAUSD. He is the School Board District 3 incumbent, having served in this position since 2015.
Scott Schmerelson is a career educator with over 30 years of experience with LAUSD. He is the School Board District 3 incumbent, having served in this position since 2015. According to campaign materials, he is running for re-election to reduce class size, support and improve public schools, ensure classrooms and teachers have the resources they require while maintaining a responsible budget, and to make certain that schools are led by individuals who reflect the needs of the communities they serve.
On the School Board, Schmerelson has been an outspoken supporter of teachers and their demands, as well as a leading voice to reduce class size so that students have the attention required for an effective learning environment and quality education. Prior to Schmerelson’s election to the School Board, he worked as a teacher, school counselor, assistant principal, and principal where he accomplished increasing test scores and boosting the morale of students, teachers, and parents.
Schmerelson is running against Marilyn Koziatek and Elizabeth Bartels-Badger. Schmerelson is the best progressive choice because of his career-long dedication to improving education throughout LAUSD and his track record of fighting to make sure that children have access to the quality education they deserve.
According to our analysis, Schmerelson is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office.
Scott Mark Schmerelson
Scott Schmerelson is a career educator with over 30 years of experience with LAUSD. He is the School Board District 3 incumbent, having served in this position since 2015.
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Scott Schmerelson is a career educator with over 30 years of experience with LAUSD. He is the School Board District 3 incumbent, having served in this position since 2015. According to campaign materials, he is running for re-election to reduce class size, support and improve public schools, ensure classrooms and teachers have the resources they require while maintaining a responsible budget, and to make certain that schools are led by individuals who reflect the needs of the communities they serve.
On the School Board, Schmerelson has been an outspoken supporter of teachers and their demands, as well as a leading voice to reduce class size so that students have the attention required for an effective learning environment and quality education. Prior to Schmerelson’s election to the School Board, he worked as a teacher, school counselor, assistant principal, and principal where he accomplished increasing test scores and boosting the morale of students, teachers, and parents.
Schmerelson is running against Marilyn Koziatek and Elizabeth Bartels-Badger. Schmerelson is the best progressive choice because of his career-long dedication to improving education throughout LAUSD and his track record of fighting to make sure that children have access to the quality education they deserve.
According to our analysis, Schmerelson is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Jackie Goldberg is from Los Angeles and has resided in Echo Park, CA, for nearly 40 years. She is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2019. According to campaign materials, she is running for re-election to continue to be the School Board’s progressive voice and ensure that students interests always come first.
On the School Board, she has worked to restore integrity and leadership to her seat following the corruption chargers from the previous occupant. In addition, she’s worked to reduce class size, establish a productive and reasonable budget, bring the community together to raise students’ achievement levels, improve schools learning conditions, increase the resources available to students and teachers, as well as defend LAUSD schools from ongoing federal attacks from the current administration. Golberg has also worked as a teacher, community activist, Ethics Deputy and Children’s Services Deputy, served on the Los Angeles City Council, California State Assembly, as well as served on the LAUSD school board from 1983 to 1991. Through these positions, Golberg has created a dual language education program, authored the first citywide ordnance on a living wage, instituted protections for LA renters, increased funding for LAUSD, authored the first citywide and statewide domestic partner legislation, and is a co-founder of LACER Afterschool Program which helps nearly 4,000 students annually in the Los Angeles area.
Goldberg is running against Chistina Martinez Duran. Goldberg is the best progressive choice because of her career-long reputation of supporting students and underserved communities throughout the Los Angeles area.
According to our analysis, Goldberg is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office.
Last updated: 2023-04-05Jackie Goldberg
Jackie Goldberg is from Los Angeles and has resided in Echo Park, CA, for nearly 40 years. She is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2019.
Jackie Goldberg is from Los Angeles and has resided in Echo Park, CA, for nearly 40 years. She is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2019. According to campaign materials, she is running for re-election to continue to be the School Board’s progressive voice and ensure that students interests always come first.
On the School Board, she has worked to restore integrity and leadership to her seat following the corruption chargers from the previous occupant. In addition, she’s worked to reduce class size, establish a productive and reasonable budget, bring the community together to raise students’ achievement levels, improve schools learning conditions, increase the resources available to students and teachers, as well as defend LAUSD schools from ongoing federal attacks from the current administration. Golberg has also worked as a teacher, community activist, Ethics Deputy and Children’s Services Deputy, served on the Los Angeles City Council, California State Assembly, as well as served on the LAUSD school board from 1983 to 1991. Through these positions, Golberg has created a dual language education program, authored the first citywide ordnance on a living wage, instituted protections for LA renters, increased funding for LAUSD, authored the first citywide and statewide domestic partner legislation, and is a co-founder of LACER Afterschool Program which helps nearly 4,000 students annually in the Los Angeles area.
Goldberg is running against Chistina Martinez Duran. Goldberg is the best progressive choice because of her career-long reputation of supporting students and underserved communities throughout the Los Angeles area.
According to our analysis, Goldberg is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office.
Jackie Goldberg
Jackie Goldberg is from Los Angeles and has resided in Echo Park, CA, for nearly 40 years. She is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2019.
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Jackie Goldberg is from Los Angeles and has resided in Echo Park, CA, for nearly 40 years. She is the incumbent, having served in this position since 2019. According to campaign materials, she is running for re-election to continue to be the School Board’s progressive voice and ensure that students interests always come first.
On the School Board, she has worked to restore integrity and leadership to her seat following the corruption chargers from the previous occupant. In addition, she’s worked to reduce class size, establish a productive and reasonable budget, bring the community together to raise students’ achievement levels, improve schools learning conditions, increase the resources available to students and teachers, as well as defend LAUSD schools from ongoing federal attacks from the current administration. Golberg has also worked as a teacher, community activist, Ethics Deputy and Children’s Services Deputy, served on the Los Angeles City Council, California State Assembly, as well as served on the LAUSD school board from 1983 to 1991. Through these positions, Golberg has created a dual language education program, authored the first citywide ordnance on a living wage, instituted protections for LA renters, increased funding for LAUSD, authored the first citywide and statewide domestic partner legislation, and is a co-founder of LACER Afterschool Program which helps nearly 4,000 students annually in the Los Angeles area.
Goldberg is running against Chistina Martinez Duran. Goldberg is the best progressive choice because of her career-long reputation of supporting students and underserved communities throughout the Los Angeles area.
According to our analysis, Goldberg is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office.
Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Patricia Castellanos is from Carson, CA, and currently resides in San Pedro, CA. According to campaign materials, she is running for School Board to bring her knowledge of building coalitions and alliances to the LAUSD to enact progressive education policies.
Castellanos is the Workforce Deputy for L.A. County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, where she develops and implements economic policies that create job opportunities for members of her community. Prior to becoming a Workforce Deputy, she worked as the Director of Policy Training and Education for Strategic Concepts in Organizing and Policy Education, held an appointment as Port Commission by Mayor Eric Garcetti, and was Deputy Director for the L.A. Alliance for a New Economy. Furthermore, Castellanos led the Coalition for Clean and Safe Ports, where she secured a historic agreement to reduce emissions, and was also a co-founder of Reclaim Our Schools L.A., where she successfully created a coalition of community members to rally support for quality public education.
Castellanos is running against Mike Lansing, Tanya Ortiz Franklin, Silke M. Bradford, and Lydia A. Gutierrez. Castellanos is the progressive choice because of her track record of activism, service, and support to underserved and disadvantaged communities throughout the Los Angeles area.
According to our analysis, Castellanos is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office.Last updated: 2023-04-05Patricia Castellanos
Patricia Castellanos is from Carson, CA, and currently resides in San Pedro, CA. According to campaign materials, she is running for School Board to bring her knowledge of building coalitions and alliances to the LAUSD to enact progressive education policies.
Patricia Castellanos is from Carson, CA, and currently resides in San Pedro, CA. According to campaign materials, she is running for School Board to bring her knowledge of building coalitions and alliances to the LAUSD to enact progressive education policies.
Castellanos is the Workforce Deputy for L.A. County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, where she develops and implements economic policies that create job opportunities for members of her community. Prior to becoming a Workforce Deputy, she worked as the Director of Policy Training and Education for Strategic Concepts in Organizing and Policy Education, held an appointment as Port Commission by Mayor Eric Garcetti, and was Deputy Director for the L.A. Alliance for a New Economy. Furthermore, Castellanos led the Coalition for Clean and Safe Ports, where she secured a historic agreement to reduce emissions, and was also a co-founder of Reclaim Our Schools L.A., where she successfully created a coalition of community members to rally support for quality public education.
Castellanos is running against Mike Lansing, Tanya Ortiz Franklin, Silke M. Bradford, and Lydia A. Gutierrez. Castellanos is the progressive choice because of her track record of activism, service, and support to underserved and disadvantaged communities throughout the Los Angeles area.
According to our analysis, Castellanos is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office.Patricia Castellanos
Patricia Castellanos is from Carson, CA, and currently resides in San Pedro, CA. According to campaign materials, she is running for School Board to bring her knowledge of building coalitions and alliances to the LAUSD to enact progressive education policies.
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Patricia Castellanos is from Carson, CA, and currently resides in San Pedro, CA. According to campaign materials, she is running for School Board to bring her knowledge of building coalitions and alliances to the LAUSD to enact progressive education policies.
Castellanos is the Workforce Deputy for L.A. County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl, where she develops and implements economic policies that create job opportunities for members of her community. Prior to becoming a Workforce Deputy, she worked as the Director of Policy Training and Education for Strategic Concepts in Organizing and Policy Education, held an appointment as Port Commission by Mayor Eric Garcetti, and was Deputy Director for the L.A. Alliance for a New Economy. Furthermore, Castellanos led the Coalition for Clean and Safe Ports, where she secured a historic agreement to reduce emissions, and was also a co-founder of Reclaim Our Schools L.A., where she successfully created a coalition of community members to rally support for quality public education.
Castellanos is running against Mike Lansing, Tanya Ortiz Franklin, Silke M. Bradford, and Lydia A. Gutierrez. Castellanos is the progressive choice because of her track record of activism, service, and support to underserved and disadvantaged communities throughout the Los Angeles area.
According to our analysis, Castellanos is the strongest choice for progressive leadership in office.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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