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Carlos Garcia (California)
Carlos A. Garcia (Republican Party) ran for election to the California State Senate to represent District 29. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Garcia completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Carlos A. Garcia was born in Managua, Nicaragua. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Phoenix in 2003, a graduate degree from Pepperdine University in 2005, and graduated from the University of San Diego in 2019.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: California State Senate elections, 2024
General election
General election for California State Senate District 29
Eloise Gomez Reyes defeated Carlos A. Garcia in the general election for California State Senate District 29 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Eloise Gomez Reyes (D) | 57.0 | 160,820 |
 | Carlos A. Garcia (R)  | 43.0 | 121,085 | |
| Total votes: 281,905 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for California State Senate District 29
Eloise Gomez Reyes and Carlos A. Garcia defeated Kathleen Torres Hazelton and Jason O'Brien in the primary for California State Senate District 29 on March 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Eloise Gomez Reyes (D) | 45.0 | 44,977 |
| ✔ | | Carlos A. Garcia (R) | 32.0 | 31,947 |
 | Kathleen Torres Hazelton (R) | 13.0 | 12,996 | |
 | Jason O'Brien (D) | 10.0 | 10,045 | |
| Total votes: 99,965 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
Garcia received the following endorsements.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Carlos A. Garcia completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Garcia's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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I champion transparency and civic participation in my council role, contributing to Upland's financial solidity and thoughtful, innovative development. I've initiated "Veterans Month" and actively participated in discussions to support veterans. My vision for District 29 is to foster a safe, supportive, and strategically thriving environment, aiming for a unified and pragmatic future for our youth.
My commitment is steadfast to "Unity for Our Communities" and bringing "Common Sense" back to the forefront. I am dedicated to making a positive impact in District 29 for our children and the wider community.
- I firmly stand for robust law enforcement and stringent measures against crime. Ensuring public safety is paramount. I advocate for reinforced police support, stringent penalties for lawbreakers, and effective crime prevention strategies. Protecting our communities is a top priority and I'm committed to tackling crime head-on with strong, decisive action..
- To our valued veterans, your sacrifices will not be sidelined. I am committed to combating veteran homelessness, improving mental health services, and ensuring robust job training and development. Together, we will build comprehensive support systems to honor your service with the dignity and resources you deserve. A vote for me is a pledge to uphold our nation's duty to all who served.
- Small businesses are the backbone of our economy. I will champion policies that foster innovation, ease access to capital, and allow every small business to thrive. Your entrepreneurial spirit drives our nation forward, and you will have my full support.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on January 22, 2024
