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1. How will you prioritize the budget choices the Legislature must make to align the state’s income and spending?
My education and qualifications are: I currently serve as an
elected member of the Hayward Unified School District Board of Trustees. This district, which comprises an area much larger than the city of Hayward, presents distinctive challenges in its cultural and academic diversity. My earlier background as a real-estate lease analyst for major multi-national corporations gives me the ability to evaluate the bottom line which is rare in education budgeting, and in most government work. I have presented useful approaches on cost cutting to put more taxpayer dollars into classroom teaching and less into sweetheart contracts. Prior to serving in elective office, I was also a classroom teacher, holding a BS in Computer Science, a Multi-Subject Teaching Credential, and MS in Educational Leadership. I am proud to have introduced computer technology to my third-grade Hayward students and raised their test scores 30%. Currently completing a Doctorate in Education, my research evaluates the dollarization of the currency in Ecuador and highlights the importance of the economic literacy we all need. On the Board of the Regional Occupational Program, I also promote both academic and career opportunities. Born in Mexico,I became a U.S. citizen at the age of twelve, when I entered public
school in California. Bilingual in Spanish and English, I want to give every California K-12 student mastery of the English language to give them good jobs. In the Assembly, I pledge to help education rebuild prosperity, to reduce government waste, keep taxes low, and to listen to you. Please give me your vote.
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