- Occupation: Alameda County Supervisor
 - B.A. in Political Science from Franklin and Marshall College (1973)
 - J.D. from University of Maryland, School of Law (1976)
 - Community Organizer with Oakland Community Organizations (1976-78 & 83-85)
 - Executive Director of United Seniors of Oakland and Alameda County (1986-present)
 - Oakland City Councilmember, District 6 (1991-2001)
 - Alameda County Supervisor, District 4 (2001-present)
  
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Top Priorities if Elected |   
- Implementing a strategic vision and plan for the urban unincorporated communities
 - Completing several major transportation, public works, and redevelopment projects
 - Maintaining a fiscally sound County budget
  
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- Alameda County Central Labor Council
 - Alameda County Democratic Party
 - International Association of Fire Fighters Local 55
  
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