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Geneviéve Jones-Wright
Geneviéve L. Jones-Wright ran for election for Mayor of San Diego in California. She lost in the primary on March 5, 2024.
Jones-Wright completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Geneviéve Jones-Wright was born in San Diego, California. Jones-Wright earned a bachelor's degree from the University of San Francisco and a J.D. from Howard University School of Law. She also graduated from the California Western School of Law. Her career experience includes working as an attorney, an adjunct professor, and the founding executive director of Community Advocates for Just and Moral Governance. Jones-Wright has been affiliated with the Earl B. Gilliam Bar Association, David's Harp Foundation, and Secure Justice.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Mayoral election in San Diego, California (2024)
General election
General election for Mayor of San Diego
Incumbent Todd Gloria defeated Larry Turner in the general election for Mayor of San Diego on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Todd Gloria (Nonpartisan) | 55.3 | 317,015 |
 | Larry Turner (Nonpartisan)  | 44.7 | 255,782 | |
| Total votes: 572,797 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for Mayor of San Diego
Incumbent Todd Gloria and Larry Turner defeated Geneviéve L. Jones-Wright, Jane L. Glasson, and Dan Smiechowski in the primary for Mayor of San Diego on March 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Todd Gloria (Nonpartisan) | 50.0 | 132,055 |
| ✔ | | Larry Turner (Nonpartisan) | 23.1 | 60,931 |
 | Geneviéve L. Jones-Wright (Nonpartisan) | 16.0 | 42,196 | |
| Jane L. Glasson (Nonpartisan) | 7.2 | 18,990 | ||
 | Dan Smiechowski (Nonpartisan) | 3.8 | 9,973 | |
| Total votes: 264,145 | |||
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Endorsements
To view Jones-Wright's endorsements as published by their campaign, click here. Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Jones-Wright in this election.
2018
Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for San Diego County District Attorney
Incumbent Summer Stephan won election outright against Geneviéve L. Jones-Wright in the primary for San Diego County District Attorney on June 5, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Summer Stephan (Nonpartisan) | 62.7 | 383,807 | |
| Geneviéve L. Jones-Wright (Nonpartisan) | 37.3 | 228,020 | |
| Total votes: 611,827 | |||
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Campaign themes
2024
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Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Geneviéve L. Jones-Wright completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Jones-Wright'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 am the founding Executive Director of Community Advocates for Just and Moral Governance, known as MoGo, where I hold the government accountable and work to achieve a more just and inclusive society for everyone through impact litigation.
As a native San Diegan, veteran attorney and executive director of a community-based non-profit organization, small business and home owner, mother to a one-year-old, and the daughter of a retired hospital worker, I deeply understand the challenges everyday San Diegans face.
I have a plan to address San Diego's most pressing issues, particularly our housing crisis. This issue is personal to me.
I have seen how the soaring costs of living in San Diego have made our city increasingly unaffordable for many families, including future generations and our elderly on fixed incomes. It is my mission to make San Diego a city where everyone — regardless of age or income — can afford to live, thrive, and feel valued. I am running for mayor to create a city that works for everyone: A San Diego where everyone can thrive at every stage of life. I want to build a San Diego where people can envision a future for themselves, grow a business, raise a family and retire in dignity.
- As mayor, I will lead a city that works for everyone by creating pathways for opportunities for all San Diegans. I will create three pathways as priorities: Pathways to housing and home ownership, whole and vibrant neighborhoods, and trust and accountability in our government.
Housing and Home Ownership: San Diego is facing a humanitarian crisis that encompasses two pressing issues: our housing and homelessness crises. My plan to provide housing and increased opportunities for home ownership recognizes that housing is not just a necessity but a fundamental human right. This principle means that every San Diegan deserves access to safe, affordable, and stable housing—a sanctuary where they can find rest, security, and dignity.
- I will create pathways to whole and vibrant neighborhoods. Every San Diegan should be able to live in a vibrant and whole neighborhood with access to quality schools, transportation, public services, clean air and water, and natural spaces, but the City has historically treated neighborhoods differently. Having grown up in an underserved area of San Diego, I know the impact that investments, or lack thereof, can have on a community — it directly affects quality of life. It’s time to invest in every neighborhood to build healthy communities. As mayor, I will have a holistic approach to public safety that contributes to overall community well-being and will work with every community to build a city where everyone feels safe and secure.
- I will create pathways to trust and accountability in our government. Every San Diegan should be able to trust their City government, but that is not possible when decisions are made behind closed doors, special interests have an outsized influence, and officials do not answer to the people they serve. As demonstrated by my work and advocacy as a public interest attorney leading an organization focused on public accountability, I am committed to leading a city government that is transparent, accountable, and open to its taxpayers. Such governance is crucial for building trust, ensuring the ethical and efficient use of resources, and fostering greater public engagement. I know the dangers of unchecked abuse of power and will work to end it.
Transparency and accountability are crucial. This means being open about city operations, policies, and decisions, and ensuring that both myself and city staff are accountable for our actions. It's important to encourage public scrutiny and feedback, as this leads to trust and better governance.
Ethical leadership is key to building and maintaining public trust. This goes beyond avoiding improprieties; it involves actively promoting and demonstrating integrity in every action.
Community engagement and inclusivity are also essential. A leader must understand the importance of bringing diverse groups together, listening to their concerns, and incorporating their voices into policy-making. This creates a shared sense of purpose and belonging.
Having a clear, compelling vision for the city's future is also vital. This vision should be ambitious yet achievable, guiding the city towards growth, innovation, and improvement.
Empathy is another critical quality. It's important to understand and relate to the experiences and challenges faced by constituents, especially the most vulnerable, to make informed and compassionate decisions.
A collaborative approach is also key to address complex urban challenges. This means working with government entities, the private sector, community organizations, and residents, leveraging diverse expertise and perspectives.
I also prioritize creating opportunities for all residents to thrive, demonstrating a commitment to social equity and economic opportunity.
A global perspective with a local focus is also important.
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My platform champions financial transparency as a means to combat mismanagement, waste, and corruption, especially in a city notorious for such issues. I advocate for open access to government budgets, spending reports, and procurement processes, aiming to foster a culture where officials are held accountable and act in the public's interest.
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See also
2024 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on February 6, 2024
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