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Eric Rodriguez (California)
Eric Rodriguez was an officeholder of the Central Union High School District, At-large in California.
Rodriguez (Democratic Party) ran for election to the California State Assembly to represent District 36. He lost in the primary on March 5, 2024.
Rodriguez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Eric Rodriguez was born in Brawley, California. His career experience includes working in public service as a police officer and social worker. He has been affiliated with Imperial Valley Occupational Program and ABATE 36.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: California State Assembly elections, 2024
General election
General election for California State Assembly District 36
Jeff Gonzalez defeated Joey Acuña Jr. in the general election for California State Assembly District 36 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Jeff Gonzalez (R) | 51.8 | 79,477 |
 | Joey Acuña Jr. (D) | 48.2 | 73,926 | |
| Total votes: 153,403 | |||
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Nonpartisan primary election
Nonpartisan primary for California State Assembly District 36
The following candidates ran in the primary for California State Assembly District 36 on March 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jeff Gonzalez (R) | 35.1 | 21,626 |
| ✔ | | Joey Acuña Jr. (D) | 19.9 | 12,262 |
| Edgard Garcia (D) | 12.8 | 7,889 | ||
| Kalin Morse (R) | 11.3 | 6,985 | ||
| Waymond Fermon (D) | 7.8 | 4,838 | ||
| Tomas Oliva (D) | 7.5 | 4,624 | ||
 | Eric Rodriguez (D) | 5.6 | 3,458 | |
| Total votes: 61,682 | |||
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Campaign finance
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Rodriguez in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Eric Rodriguez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Rodriguez's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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This commitment to helping people and serving my community earned me the respect and admiration of my peers. Previously serving as a police officer, current child welfare social worker, and elected school board trustee, I continue to use my unique skills and experience to make a positive impact to help improve lives.
I have undeniably impacted the lives of thousands of families in my district, and my commitment to professional development equipped me with the necessary skills and experience to take on even greater challenges at the state level.
I am committed to uniting and serving as a bridge for our working-class constituents. With core beliefs in transparent and bipartisan governance, proactive committee representation, and dedication to the district, community, education, seniors, children, and public safety. I am here for us all, regardless of your socioeconomic status.
I am confident in my ability to lead a community of change-makers and inspire people like you and me to believe that we can make a positive impact and stand up for our district in Sacramento.
- Based on my experience as a police officer and child welfare emergency response social worker, I have seen firsthand that our community is facing several challenges that require immediate attention. Substance abuse, unhoused, and mental health (S.U.M) are all interconnected issues that are affecting our communities. I believe that investing in county social services, behavioral health, non-profits, and treatment centers can make a significant impact in helping people in need. Policymakers must recognize the S.U.M triangle effect and work towards implementing effective bipartisan solutions to these problems.
- Throughout my years as a municipal police officer and emergency response child and family welfare social worker, I gained valuable experience in serving and protecting countless families. My dedication lies in supporting and drafting bills prioritizing the safety of our community, peace officers, and victims. Furthermore, I am committed to reevaluating our approach towards substance abuse offenses, take action on fentanyl awareness / recovery resources, 5150 policy, prison reform, and promoting opportunities to uphold the spirit of the law.
- Lithium Valley is owned by our community, and we are confident that it will bring a positive change to the underserved North End communities of Imperial Valley. Our top priority is to ensure safe and sustainable extraction, which will generate much-needed jobs for our residents.
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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 February 29, 2024
