- 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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