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Richard Mata
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American Independent Party of California

Elections and appointments
Last election

March 3, 2020

Education

Bachelor's

University of La Verne, 1984-06

Graduate

Whittier College, 1988-06

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army

Years of service

1965 - 1967

Personal
Birthplace
Los Angeles, Calif.
Religion
Christian
Profession
Educator

Richard Mata (American Independent Party of California) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent California's 48th Congressional District. He lost in the primary on March 3, 2020.

Mata completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Richard Mata was born in Los Angeles, California. He served in the U.S. Army from 1965 to 1967. Mata earned an associate degree from Rio Hondo College, a bachelor's degree from the University of La Verne in 1984, and a master's degree from Whittier College in 1988. His career experience includes working as an educator. He is a lifetime member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW).[1]

Elections

2020

See also: California's 48th Congressional District election, 2020

General election

General election for U.S. House California District 48

Michelle Steel defeated incumbent Harley Rouda in the general election for U.S. House California District 48 on November 3, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Michelle Steel
Michelle Steel (R)
 
51.1
 
201,738
Image of Harley Rouda
Harley Rouda (D)
 
48.9
 
193,362

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 395,100
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House California District 48

The following candidates ran in the primary for U.S. House California District 48 on March 3, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Harley Rouda
Harley Rouda (D)
 
46.7
 
99,659
✔
Image of Michelle Steel
Michelle Steel (R)
 
34.9
 
74,418
Image of Brian Burley
Brian Burley (R) Candidate Connection
 
12.1
 
25,884
Image of Richard Mata
Richard Mata (American Independent Party of California) Candidate Connection
 
2.7
 
5,704
Image of John Schuesler
John Schuesler (R)
 
2.3
 
4,900
Image of James Griffin
James Griffin (R) Candidate Connection
 
1.3
 
2,714

Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 213,279
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Candidate profile

Richard Mata

Image of Richard Mata

Party: American Independent Party of California

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography:  "I am motivated, able to establish good relationships while maintaining and achieving set site goals. I have a proven record that reflects a high level competency in problem solving, communications and leadership. My past demonstrates an enviable combination of independence and a high degree of integrity. My goal is to consistently demonstrate superior performance that is clearly beyond normal levels of expectations for the set congressional position."

Key Messages

To read this candidate's full survey responses, click here.

As a veteran , I believe in a strong and top rate military of all branches of service. It is imperative that we provide needed services and follow up attention for the well being to our veterans.

As an former educator, I find that much need improvements to our schools is necessary. Students need to be taught vital skills needed to succeed in today's society.

I am a strong supporter of our first amendment. I particular, freedom of speech and freedom of religion. Everyone has the right to express their views and practice their faith of chose.

This information was current as of the candidate's run for U.S. House California District 48 in 2020.


Campaign themes

2020

Ballotpedia survey responses

See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection

Candidate Connection

Richard Mata completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Mata'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 motivated, able to establish good relationships while maintaining and achieving set site goals. I have a proven record that reflects a high level competency in problem solving, communications and leadership. My past demonstrates an enviable combination of independence and a high degree of integrity. My goal is to consistently demonstrate superior performance that is clearly beyond normal levels of expectations for the set congressional position.
  • As a veteran , I believe in a strong and top rate military of all branches of service. It is imperative that we provide needed services and follow up attention for the well being to our veterans.
  • As an former educator, I find that much need improvements to our schools is necessary. Students need to be taught vital skills needed to succeed in today's society.
  • I am a strong supporter of our first amendment. I particular, freedom of speech and freedom of religion. Everyone has the right to express their views and practice their faith of chose.
I believe that legislation is needed that will allow all senior recipients receiving social security benefits should be paid with non taxable funds. In addition, all seniors would be able to purchase all prescribed medications either at dealers cost or close to it.
Like many other people my mother. She was a single parent parent raising five children. From her I learned many important values such as hard work , love of family, being a responsible person and a good citizen, to care for my community, to love my country and stand up for what I believe in.
The constitution
Integrity and a devotion for the betterment of the USA
A proven record of leadership, administrator, and communication skills.
The desire to better serve the people of our great country.
That I was well learned, a good family man, and I loved my country.
While serving in the US Army, in 1966, I was deployed to Vietnam for combat duty as an automatic rifleman. During a combat mission I sustained wounds as we encountered an ambush. As a result I was awarded the Purple and the Combat Infantry Badge. Needless to say this event changed my life for my entire adulthood.
My first job in the work force was for Hudson's Jewelers in East Los Angeles. My duties from custodial to sales. I worked their from the age of 16 to 18 years old.
Ruby, Don't Take Your Love To Town by Kenny Rogers
Living with the injuries sustained and the aftermath of the Vietnam War.
The greatest challenge our nation is the division that exists today's times. Much effort and attention to bring people together is needed to unify us in order to build a more prosperous nation for our people.
Its important for a congressperson to be a responsible person. That person must realize that their assign duties must be carried out to the best of his or her abilities. The political official should have and show excellent communication and relationships with others.
Leadership skills does require previous experience. This allows them to draw from their past failures and successes those helpful points that will enable them to do a more proficient job.
There is a time and place for everything. Allowing for more time in order to better prepare for a task can be acceptable. However, if a filibuster is not for a positive purpose its just a bad waste of time.
First, I want to see if the candidate is qualified for the set position. Then I want to see how knowledge of the requirements called for position being interviewed for and what experience do they bring to the table. I will also look at how they carry themselves during the interview. This includes others have objectively said about the candidate. I will then evaluate the above points in order to confirm or not the candidate.
Yes, this way we can have better working relationships with others. This way we can build on synergism and strengthen teamwork.
In the realms of the military, veterans, education and/or foreign affairs.
N/A
Yes, where my services would be most useful.
John F Kennedy

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  1. ↑ ’’Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on February 17, 2020’’


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