Tom Silva (California)
Tom Silva (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent California's 7th Congressional District. He lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Silva completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Tom Silva was born in Tracy, California. He served in the U.S. Army from 1980 to 2013. He earned an associate degree from San Joaquin Delta College in 2019 and a bachelor's degree from the University of the Pacific in 2021. He has been affiliated with Veterans of Foreign Wars and The American Legion.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: California's 7th Congressional District election, 2024
California's 7th Congressional District election, 2024 (March 5 top-two primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House California District 7
Incumbent Doris Matsui defeated Tom Silva in the general election for U.S. House California District 7 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Doris Matsui (D) | 66.8 | 197,429 |
 | Tom Silva (R)  | 33.2 | 98,341 | |
| Total votes: 295,770 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for U.S. House California District 7
Incumbent Doris Matsui and Tom Silva defeated David Mandel in the primary for U.S. House California District 7 on March 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Doris Matsui (D) | 56.5 | 89,485 |
| ✔ | | Tom Silva (R) | 30.9 | 48,943 |
 | David Mandel (D) | 12.7 | 20,057 | |
| Total votes: 158,485 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Max Semenenko (R)
Endorsements
Silva received the following endorsements.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Tom Silva completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Silva'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 served in the US Army for 33 years and I'm an Iraq War Veteran. I am built to serve and will continue to serve my community in every way possible.
- I am the father of 10 wonderful children and 6 beautiful grandchildren. Building a better future for them motivates me to do all that I do.
- I believe that representation matters and that when elected, I will serve all members of my district to the best of my ability.
1. Oversight of the Executive Branch: The House can investigate the actions of the executive branch to ensure accountability and adherence to laws. This includes examining spending, implementation of laws, and the conduct of federal agencies.
2. Protection of Civil Rights: Investigations can focus on civil rights issues, ensuring that laws are enforced fairly, and that citizens' rights are protected.
3. Addressing National Issues: The House can investigate pressing national issues, such as public health crises, economic inequality, or environmental concerns, gathering data to inform policy decisions.
4. Holding Hearings: Public hearings can provide transparency, allowing for testimonies from experts, officials, and affected individuals, helping to inform both lawmakers and the public.
5. Gathering Information: Investigative powers allow the House to collect information necessary for crafting legislation, ensuring that new laws are based on solid evidence and real-world implications.
6. Checking Corruption and Misconduct: The House can investigate allegations of corruption, fraud, or misconduct within government entities, promoting integrity in public service.
7. Encouraging Bipartisan Cooperation: Investigative efforts can lead to bipartisan solutions, as lawmakers work together to address common concerns uncovered during investigations.
8. Educating the Public: Investigations can help raise awareness about critical issues, providing citizens with the knowledge needed to engage in civic discussions and hold their representatives accountable.
Sacramento County Republican Party
California Rifle & Pistol Association
Young Republicans of Greater Sacramento
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Campaign website
Silva’s campaign website stated the following:
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My campaign focuses on issues that matter to the people of California Congressional District 7. I am committed to protecting parents rights, creating jobs and economic opportunities, and public safety. With your support, I will work tirelessly to bring about positive change for our community.[2] |
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| —Tom Silva’s campaign website (2024)[3] | ||
Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on October 5, 2024
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ Tom Silva for Congress, “About,” accessed January 27, 2024
