- Occupation: University Professor
 - Ph.D. UCLA '03 Education
 - M.A. Stanford '94 International Development Education
 - B.A. UCLA '93 Political Science International Relations
 - Governing Council, UCLA Community School
 - Board Member, Families in Schools & Thomas Jefferson Senior High School
 - Founding Board Chairman, Larchmont Charter School
  
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Top Priorities if Elected |   
- I believe in our capacity to build safe, sustainable and prosperous neighborhoods.
 - We need principled leadership to form the transparent, efficient and effective government that we deserve.
 - I will work to improve our quality of life and create jobs in this modern economy.
  
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The League of Women Voters of Los Angeles asked questions on the issues of all candidates for this office.
 Read the answers from Octavio Pescador
 
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- Hon. David Campos, San Francisco County Supervisor
 - Professor Richard Walter, UCLA School of Film & TV
 - Hon. Jwyanza Hobson, Los Angeles City College Student President
  
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- Let's move L.A. forward!
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I am running for Los Angeles City Council District 13 because I believe in our capacity to build safe, sustainable and prosperous neighborhoods. City Hall should work for everyone, not just a few. Join us to improve our quality of life, promote transparency, and create jobs in this modern economy.
  
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