- Party: Democratic
- Occupation: Teacher/Santa Clara Councilmember
- Fifth-generation Santa Clara County resident
- Third-generation union member
- 100% scorecard: Planned Parenthood (2002 and 2006 City Council races)
- Library Ambassador, City of Santa Clara
- Board Member, Valley Transportation Authority (VTA)
- Santa Clara University, BS in political science
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Top Priorities if Elected |
- Establishing comprehensive, universal health care that stays with you no matter what your employment status, and ensuring food safety.
- Ensuring public education is fully funded so that students have the skills to succeed in the new economy, including vocational and career tech skills.
- Creating and retaining clean, green jobs and promoting alternative, renewable energy sources.
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- California Teachers Association
- California Nurses Association
- California Democratic Council
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- Education
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Public schools need full funding -- and the innovation to help every student thrive in the 21st century.
- Environment and the New Economy
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Can environmental stewardship also boost the economy? See why the answer is "yes."
- Food Safety
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Instead of just reacting to headlines, state government must proactively ensure our food is safe.
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