Top Issues: Reproductive Rights, Raising Wages, Environmental Protections, LGBTQ Rights

Election Outlook: Cook Political Report rating: Solid D.

Former Elected Offices: California State Senate, District 39; Senate President Pro Tempore; California State Assembly; Speaker and Majority Leader

Years in Office: 2016-2024

Profession: Nonprofit Director

Work Experience: Director of Clinic Services, San Diego’s Womancare Health Center; Councilmember, City of San DIego

Education: BA, Political Science, Emory & Henry College