Get the facts on the California candidates running for election to the District 53 — California State Assembly
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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.
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Jerry Brown, Governor, State of CaliforniaEric Garcetti, Mayor, City of Los AngelesCalifornia Democratic PartyPeace Officers Research Association of CaliforniaCalifornia State Firefighters' AssociationCalifornia Teachers AssociationSierra Club California
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My Top 3 Priorities
Education has always been a key issue for me, particularly in the area of career technical training. We need to expand job-training programs and career pipelines, increase K-12 funding, and ensure that community college remains affordable for all.
I will continue to fight for better cleaner and safer neighborhoods. I have led the fight against the Exide battery plant and secured funding for those impacted. I authored two gun control bills this year in an effort to make our communities safer.
Ending homelessness in Los Angeles will continue to be an important issue for me. I have worked hard to provide funding for programs and housing for our families, veterans, and those with mental illness living on our streets.
Experience
Experience
Profession:State Assemblymember
State Assemblymember, California State Assembly — Elected position (2014–current)
President, Los Angeles Community College District Board — Appointed position (2011–2014)
Menber, Los Angeles Community College District Board — Elected position (2009–2014)
Education
University of California, Los Angeles — Bachelor of Arts, History (1998)
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My Top 3 Priorities
Work to improve services for seniors.
Fight to help eradicate homelessness.
Help construct policies to address our current housing shortage.
Experience
Experience
Profession:Educator/Community Advocate
Committee Member, California State Bar, Committee of Bar Examiners — Appointed position (2010–2014)
Board Member, Pico Union Neighborhood Council — Elected position (2003–2005)
Education
USC Sol Price, Candidate — Public Policy (current)
Community Activities
Board Member, Youth Policy Institute Charter Schools (2005–2016)
Who gave money to this candidate?
Contributions
Total money raised: $24,673
Top contributors that gave money to support the candidate, by organization:
1
Employees of MENDOZA, SANDRA Y.
$9,850
2
Employees of City of Los Angeles
$2,000
3
Principe Group, LLC
$1,600
4
Leading Orange County PAC
$1,500
5
The Fitting Room and employees
$1,175
More information about contributions
By State:
California 99.58%
District of Columbia 0.42%
By Size:
Large contributions (96.43%)
Small contributions (3.57%)
By Type:
From organizations (23.92%)
From individuals (76.08%)
Source: MapLight analysis of data from the California Secretary of State.
