Christopher Bradford (Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors District 5, California, candidate 2024)

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Christopher Bradford

Nonpartisan

Candidate, Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors District 5

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 5, 2024

Personal

Birthplace

Anniston, AL

Religion

Roman Catholic

Profession

Computer engineer

Contact

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Christopher Bradford ran for election to the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors District 5 in California. He was on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024.^[source]

Bradford completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Christopher Bradford provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on October 7, 2024:

• Birth date: August 26, 1979
• Birth place: Anniston, Alabama
• High school: Radford High School in Honolulu
• Gender: Male
• Religion: Roman Catholic
• Profession: Computer Engineer
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign slogan: Your interests...not Special interests.
• Campaign website
• Campaign endorsements
• Campaign YouTube video

Elections

General election

General election for Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors District 5

Christopher Bradford and Monica Martinez ran in the general election for Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors District 5 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate
	Submit photo	Christopher Bradford (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Monica Martinez (Nonpartisan)

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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors District 5

Theresa Ann Bond, Christopher Bradford, Tom Decker, and Monica Martinez ran in the primary for Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors District 5 on March 5, 2024.

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	Submit photo	Theresa Ann Bond (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Christopher Bradford (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Tom Decker (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Monica Martinez (Nonpartisan)

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Endorsements

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Campaign themes

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Christopher Bradford completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Bradford's responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I'm a father, husband, small business owner and IT Engineer driven by a need to improve conditions in our communities. After losing my home in the CZU fires and experiencing the difficulty engaging with county government to recover, I knew I needed to step up and fight for the community I loved. I am a member of the board of directors for Fire Safe Santa Cruz County, and am deeply engaged in wildfire prevention efforts, doing what I can to help our communities become resilient to disaster. I listen closely to my neighbors, my community, about the things they need and think are most important to address -- being community-driven is at the heart of what we do. I am present, vocal, and forward thinking as a problem-solver. Having been a businessman in addition to having non-profit experience gives me a wide-ranging skill set, that I'm ready to put to work for the people of the 5th. I can meet the people where they are, because I am one of them.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• We need deep cultural change in county government; the status quo needs to go.
• Transparency and communication are key for effective governance. When in office we will be present, connected and broadly available to the community.
• County government needs to rebuild trust; with engaged representation, committed to transparency and powerful advocacy for the communities needs, we can change how things are done and get better results for the 5th.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I'm passionate about housing, about infrastructure, and about disaster preparedness.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

My parents, who always choose that which elevates our family. My martial-arts sensei Hans Ingebretsen, who is a pillar of integrity and a font of wisdom. My wife, who is always willing to fight for the folks who need a voice.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Openness, integrity, and the ability to listen deeply to the community being served. Believing in accountability personally and professionally, and acting aggressively for the interests of the folk who put them in that seat

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am a person who believes in integrity, who walks the talk, and who folks can rely on. I pride myself on doing the right thing, even when no-one is looking. I'm disciplined and technically skilled, with the background we will need moving forward to handle technical challenges posed by climate change, artificial intelligence, and a difficult housing market.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Responsible representation, advocacy for the community, having a deep understanding of the issues and proposed solutions for anything that impacts the district, so that wise choices can be made. Voting in the interest of the district, and approving budgets that move those interests forward.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I want my children to be persons of great personal integrity and power. I want them to be the sort of folks who move through the world with sharp minds and kind hearts. My personal legacy is them; I would hope that when I leave, I've done enough good that the world is sad to see me go.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The explosion of the challenger space shuttle; can't recall how old I was, definitely in the single digits.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

As a cook at Pizza Hut, in Oahu when I was 15. Held it for about 3 years.

What is your favorite book? Why?

3 Books of Occult Philosophy by Henry Cornelius Agrippa; I've studied the Hermetic philosophies since I was young, and this book was a powerful aid to the imagination when I was young.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Hmm. I wouldn't mind Deadpool's immortality and Invulnerability....but I also like being handsome, so that one might have to go. Perhaps John Constantine. Achieved massive things in a world full of fanciful, powerful supernatural creatures....as a normal man, applying his bravery and intelligence.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Not Like Us by Kendrick Lamar.

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

I've had many struggles. Early loss of loved ones has been very hard, including a four year old son to illness, and my first wife to suicide.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

Without financial transparency, and government accountability, you have a guarantee of government corruption. My mother has a saying that I live by -- " Sunlight Sanitizes". Nothing that is good and proper needs to be hidden to thrive.

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