Get the facts on the California candidates running for election to the District 32 — California State Senate
Find out their top 3 priorities, their experience, and who supports them.
Short Term Ending 12/3/2018
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About this office
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
To protect Net Neutrality
To increase the availability of affordable housing
To protect your privacy online
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Source: MapLight analysis of data from the California Secretary of State.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Healthcare:I believe single payer is both the most humane and most cost-effective solution
Infrastructure: we need to invest now in the long-term projects that will make our infrastructure sustainable for decades to come
Affordable Housing: The current system isn't working for Californians. We need to increase supply, increase affordable housing quotas and make it easier to build.
Experience
Biography
I am an immigrant and a proud single father who has lived in District 32 ever I came to California in the '90s.
I am grounded in this community- a fact reflected in my many endorsements from local Mayors and Councilmembers. I started out working as a sales rep at a local electronics store. I put myself through a financial qualification and had a successful career as a financial advisor. In 2013 I ran for office because I wanted to give back to the community that has given me so much.
When I became a Councilmember, Artesia was on the verge of bankruptcy, but we turned things around by cutting waste and improving management – not taking the easy route of cutting jobs. I will bring the same approach to Scaramento.
Who gave money to this candidate?
Contributions
Total money raised: $51,210
Top contributors that gave money to support the candidate, by organization:
1
Employees of Ali Taj
$4,400
1
Employees of Erlinda M. Gordon
$4,400
1
Manhattan Data Inc.
$4,400
1
Employees of Nationwide Environmental Services
$4,400
2
Employees of Shoaib Kothawala
$2,500
More information about contributions
By State:
California 69.02%
Washington 20.59%
Illinois 4.90%
Nevada 2.94%
Other 2.55%
By Size:
Large contributions (99.59%)
Small contributions (0.41%)
By Type:
From organizations (12.16%)
From individuals (87.84%)
Source: MapLight analysis of data from the California Secretary of State.
Political Beliefs
Political Philosophy
I will push for long-term solutions, not quick fixes that store up problems for the future. This is especially important when it comes to dealing with climate change, improving air quality and water security.
I am a grassroots fighter, but I also have experience at the state-wide level, delivering results on the boards of Eco-Rapid Transit, The League of California Cities and California Contract cities.
I am a moderate and a pragmatist. I want to see policy tht works and I my only ideology is that government should be accoutnable, fiscally responsible and a force for good in people's lives.
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My Top 3 Priorities
When elected I will focus on improving the infrastructure in my district, much like I did for Pico Rivera with the Durfee underpass.
In my district I believe that students should have every chance to succeed, and I have helped many students take on the application process at West Point and when elected I will continue to fight for students.
When elected I will fight to make sure that our laws protect our citizens while also looking for a balance that helps small businesses in the district grow.
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My Top 3 Priorities
Protect our Schools & Neighborhoods
Build Affordable Housing to effectively address the housing crisis
Health Care for All Families
Experience
Experience
Profession:Businessman - Educator
Retired Public School Educator, LA & Orange County Schools — Elected position (1986–2017)
Cerritos College Trustee, Cerritos College Board of Trustees — Elected position (2012–2017)
Norwalk Blue Ribbon Committee Commissioner, Norwalk Blue Ribbon Committee — Elected position (1985–1987)
Education
CSUDH — Masters, Education - Counseling (1993)
CSULB — BA & Teaching Credentials, Pol. Sci, Public Adm, & Education (1987)
Cal State Long Beach — BA, Political Science Education (1986)
Cerritos College — AAl, Political Science & Business (1984)
Cerritos College — AA Cerritos College, Pol. Science & Business Minir (1984)
Community Activities
Norwalk Blue Ribbon Commissioner, Norwalk Blue Ribbon Commission (1996–1997)
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