Get the facts on the California candidates running for election to the District 22 — California State Senate
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State senators introduce and vote on new laws, hold hearings, approve appointments to state agencies, and approve the state budget. They are elected to four-year terms.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Strengthen our public schools and make college more accessible and affordable
Make our neighborhoods safer by reducing crime, gangs, and drugs
Create jobs and economic opportunity for everyday people
Experience
Biography
Susan was born in Juarez, Mexico and is the daughter of immigrant parents. Her father came to the United States through the Bracero program in Texas. After the program ended, her father continued working in farms and other available jobs to ensure a better future for his family, eventually settling in California. Susan’s upbringing and personal family experiences taught her the importance of hard work and determination.
Susan is the product of public schools. She worked as a bookkeeper doing payroll and taxes for a private company while putting herself through college. She attended Azusa Pacific University where she earned a Master’s Degree in Education and Multiple Subject Teaching Credential. After graduating, she began her 17-year teaching career and is currently a fourth grade teacher with the Monrovia Unified School District.
Susan Rubio was first elected to represent the City of Baldwin Park as the elected City Clerk, where she focused on providing transparency and protecting democracy for residents. In 2009, Susan was entrusted to be the next Councilmember, where she helped balance the city budget during the recession and protected vital programs. Susan also has a long record of volunteerism and partnership with local non-profits, providing mentorships and college scholarships for local students.
Who gave money to this candidate?
Contributions
Total money raised: $1,006,485
Top contributors that gave money to support the candidate, by organization:
1
California Association of Realtors
$17,600
2
TELACU and employees
$15,700
3
Albright Yee and Schmit APC and employees
$13,400
4
Employees of MediWaste
$13,200
5
Cordoba Corporation and employees
$11,300
More information about contributions
By State:
California 82.06%
Texas 3.26%
Illinois 2.69%
District of Columbia 2.52%
Other 9.47%
By Size:
Large contributions (99.65%)
Small contributions (0.35%)
By Type:
From organizations (72.54%)
From individuals (27.46%)
Source: MapLight analysis of data from the California Secretary of State.
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