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LWV League of Women Voters of California Education Fund
Santa Cruz County, CA November 2, 2004 Election
Smart Voter Manuel Q. Bersamin

Candidate for
Council Member; City of Watsonville; Council District 1

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Biographical Highlights
  • Occupation: Educator/Appointed Councilmember
  • Employment: College Assistance Migrant Program ("CAMP") Coordinator, California State University, Monterey Bay
  • Education: BA, University of California at Irvine (Social Ecology); M.A., Stanford University (Social Policy); PhD, University of Arizona (Higher Ed)
  • Appointed Positions: Council Member, Watsonville City Council
  • Former Employment: Former Professor, Chicano Latino Studies, California State University, Fresno
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Top Priorities if Elected
  • There is a lack of affordable housing for low and middle class residents in Watsonville. I plan to advocate affordable housing and help develop sites
  • There is a lack of diversity of jobs in Watsonville. I plan to work to invite more light industries to promote and provide employment opportunities.
  • Develop a working relationship with the school district to facilitate, encourage and represent parents with school district related-issues.
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Key Endorsements
  • Democratic Women's Club of Santa Cruz County
  • SEIU, Local 415
  • Monterey Bay Central Labor Council
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Campaign Contact Information
E-mail: Bersamin2004@aol.com

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