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District 13 — California State Assembly
Get the facts on the California candidates running for election to the District 13 — California State Assembly
Find out their top 3 priorities, their experience, and who supports them.
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About this office
State assembly members introduce and vote on new laws, hold hearings, and draft the state budget. They are elected to two-year terms.
For this office, only the two candidates who get the most votes in the primary election advance to the general election. The two candidates may be from the same political party.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Protect the Delta and our water
Promoting job growth
Access to higher education
Experience
Education
Portland State University — Doctorate, Social Work (current)
Biography
After graduating from high school, Susan served four years as a medic in the U.S. Army. She then attended California State University, Stanislaus, where she earned a B.A. in psychology and a master's in social work. Susan worked as a mental health provider and a medical social worker, before receiving her Ph.D. from Portland State University. Susan is a member of the California Faculty Association.Susan and her partner of over 30 years, Renee Hall, live in Stockton's Victory Park neighborhood, where they are raising Renee's niece, Eme.
Who gave money to this candidate?
Contributions
Total money raised: $726,364
Top contributors that gave money to support the candidate, by organization:
1
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees
$17,000
1
California State Council of Laborers
$17,000
2
AT&T
$11,185
3
California Faculty Association
$9,000
4
Association of California School Administrators
$8,500
4
IBEW Local 595
$8,500
More information about contributions
By State:
California 73.04%
District of Columbia 5.43%
Illinois 3.12%
New Jersey 2.66%
Other 15.75%
By Size:
Large contributions (99.31%)
Small contributions (0.69%)
By Type:
From organizations (96.40%)
From individuals (3.60%)
Source: MapLight analysis of data from the California Secretary of State.
Political Beliefs
Political Philosophy
Susan Talamantes Eggman is a trailblazer who is not afraid to get her hands dirty. And she will always stand up for what she believes in. Since her successful grassroots campaign for the Stockton City Council five years ago, Susan has proven herself to be an honest and effective leader whose independent voice of moderation has helped her find solutions to the tough issues facing the city. Susan has a proven track record of standing up for the residents of San Joaquin Valley, even when it means being the lone voice of opposition.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Water - Protect our water supply and invest in our infrastructure to meet California's long-term water needs.
Future - Build a sustainable California through fiscal responsibility.
Opportunity - Job creation through economic growth and free markets.
Experience
Education
Grand Canyon University — Bachelor of Science, Management (2015)
Who gave money to this candidate?
Contributions
Total money raised: $17,118
Top contributors that gave money to support the candidate, by organization:
1
Employees of Expert Staffing
$500
1
Massod
$500
2
Employees of First Student
$320
3
Holland Alignment & Brake
$250
3
Employees of Nasco Electric Sign Company
$250
More information about contributions
By State:
California 100.00%
By Size:
Large contributions (100.00%)
Small contributions (0.00%)
By Type:
From organizations (6.31%)
From individuals (93.69%)
Source: MapLight analysis of data from the California Secretary of State.
