Craig DeLuz

Craig DeLuz was born in California and lives in North Sacramento. He earned a bachelor’s degree in business finance from California State University, Chico. DeLuz's career experience includes working as a public relations professional, small business owner, legislative staffer, media professional, policy analyst, and grassroots activist. DeLuz was elected to the Robla School District in 2005, and served as president of the board for over 10 years.[1][2]

Robla Elementary School Board

Craig DeLuz has not yet completed [the profile publisher]'s 2026 Candidate Connection survey.

If you are Craig DeLuz, click here to fill out [the profile publisher]'s 2026 Candidate Connection survey.

Who fills out the candidate survey?

Any candidate running for elected office, at any level, can complete [the profile publisher]'s Candidate Survey. Completing the survey will update the candidate's [the profile publisher] profile, letting voters know who they are and what they stand for.  More than 32,000 candidates have taken [the profile publisher]'s candidate survey since we launched it in 2015. Learn more about the survey here.

Help improve [the profile publisher] - send us candidate contact info.

blockquote{border-left:none !important;padding-left:2em;position:relative;color:#444;font-family:"Libre Franklin",Helvetica,Arial,sans-serif;font-size:16px;color:#202122;font-style:normal;}blockquote::before{content:open-quote;font-size:3em;line-height:0.1em;position:absolute;left:-10px;top:40px;color:#ccc}blockquote::after{content:close-quote;font-size:3em;line-height:0.1em;position:absolute;right:0;bottom:0;color:#ccc}

Campaign websiteDeLuz's campaign website stated the following:GOALSWHAT'S ON MY BALLOT FOR ROBLASTUDENT ACHIEVEMENTTrue equity is ensuring that each student has the resources they need to be academically successful.SCHOOL SAFETYWe've built safe, modern facilities with up-to-date technology, and we're committed to maintaining and continuing that standard for our students.FISCAL RESPONSIBILITYWe're committed to maintaining the district's strong fiscal foundation, ensuring long-term financial stability so we can continue investing in our students and schools.PARENT & COMMUITY VOICEMy children and grandchildren have gone through our district, giving me deep roots in this community. I've been a voice for our families, and I'm committed to continuing that advocacy to ensure every family has a seat at the table.— Craig DeLuz's campaign website (September 29, 2026)Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.

U.S. House California

Craig DeLuz did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2026 Candidate Connection survey.

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Craig DeLuz is a small business owner and elected official with more than 30 years of experience in California politics. DeLuz was elected to Robla School District in 2005 where he has served as President for over 10 years on the Board. During his term, he has made STEAM education a priority and led the charge to transform Robla campuses into state-of-the-art facilities that prepare students for the jobs of the future.

WORKING

CLASS

ROOTS

Craig’s Mom and Dad

Originally from the Bay Area, DeLuz grew up in a working-class household, where his father, John DeLuz, a WW2 Air Force Veteran, worked as a warehouse supervisor, and his mother, El Vera, took care of Craig and his brothers and sisters. DeLuz learned the values of hard work, commitment, and integrity through his parents who were dedicated to making ends meet for their family. He went on to receive his bachelor’s degree in business finance from California State University, Chico, where he was elected as the first Black President of the Associated Student Government in the University’s 100-year history.

DeLuz has also served as a legislative staffer to California Assemblymen Kevin Jeffries and Tim Leslie and has an extensive history as a media professional, policy analyst, and grassroots activist in the Greater Sacramento region.

Craig and his wife Sobna live in North Sacramento. They have two children, Craig Jr. and Jazmine.

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 Must Address The Root Causes of The Homelessness Crisis

Recognizing the link between homelessness, mental health problems, and drug addiction, we should allocate resources to improve access to first-rate mental health care and substance abuse treatment, rehabilitation services, and job training. We must require beneficiaries of these services to actively participate in the programs and be committed to their own recovery, and the state must collect data to measure the effectiveness of our efforts to guide further public investment and improve services.We Need a Return to Public Safety

All Californians are entitled to feel safe at home, work, school, and in places of worship. Victims of crime should be supported and we should work to rehabilitate incarcerated individuals so that, once released, they can successfully integrate into their communities. We must prioritize public safety, restore and maintain a professional and accountable police force, and enforce the laws already on the books.Empower The Parents

School choice plays an important role in fostering competition, innovation, and accountability. We must continue to advocate for expanding educational options such as charter schools, magnet schools, and voucher programs. By giving parents the power to choose the best educational setting for their children, we can help ensure students receive an education tailored to their needs. We advocate for greater transparency in all schools so parents can participate fully in their children’s education.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

- REDUCING HOMELESSNESS

- UNLEASHING CALIFORNIA’S ECONOMY

- GIVING PARENTS CHOICES

- A RETURN TO PUBLIC SAFETY

- BOLSTERING OUR NATIONAL SECURITY & SECURING OUR BORDER

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

Jesus Christ, Winston Churchill and Thomas Sowell. Jesus undergirds my values. Churchill is my example of commitment to a vision and Thomas Sowell demonstrates the value of facts, logic and reason in analysing public policy issues.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

The Bible and just about anything by Thomas Sowell.

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

Honesty, Integrity & Commitment to Service.

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

I am an effective communicator. I am frank about who I am and what I believe. I value input from those who may disagree with me. And I recognize the difference between facts and opinions.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I'd like leave the world in a better condition than it was when I came into it.

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

I had a paper route from the time I was 12 until I was 15. I then went to work at McDonalds at the age of 16. I worked there for about a year.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

California Republican Party

Sacramento County Republican Party

Black America's Political Action Committee

TED GAINES

Member, Board of Equalization

BRET DANIELS

Mayor, Citrus Heights

TANYA KRAVCHUK

Trustee, San Juan Unified School District

ANNA ROHRBOUGH

Council Member, Folsom

JON FENSKE

Trustee, Dry Creek School Board

JEAN PAGNONE

Trustee, Dry Creek School Board

ROGER NIELLO

State Senator

MIKE KOZLOWSKI

Mayor, Folsom

JASON WALKER

Trustee, Dry Creek School Board

NUVIA CARDONA

Trustee, Robla Unified School District

JEN LARET

Trustee, Folsom-Cordova Unified Schools

STACEY BASTIAN

Trustee, Twin Rivers Unified School Board

Campaign website

DeLuz’s campaign website stated the following:

REDUCING HOMELESSNESS

Recognizing the link between homelessness, mental health problems, and drug addiction, we should allocate resources to improve access to first-rate mental health care and substance abuse treatment, rehabilitation services, and job training. We must require beneficiaries of these services to actively participate in the programs and be committed to their own recovery, and the state must collect data to measure the effectiveness of our efforts to guide further public investment and improve services.

UNLEASHING CALIFORNIA’S ECONOMY

Whether the issue is housing or the rising cost of living, the economy does better when government gets out of the way and lets citizens innovate. We should decrease restrictive regulations to spur innovation, streamline permitting procedures, relax zoning laws, and reduce taxes and fees to encourage economic growth and private investment.

GIVING PARENTS CHOICES

School choice plays an important role in fostering competition, innovation, and accountability. We must continue to advocate for expanding educational options such as charter schools, magnet schools, and voucher programs. By giving parents the power to choose the best educational setting for their children, we can help ensure students receive an education tailored to their needs. We advocate for greater transparency in all schools so parents can participate fully in their children’s education.

A RETURN TO PUBLIC SAFETY

All Californians are entitled to feel safe at home, work, school, and in places of worship. Victims of crime should be supported and we should work to rehabilitate incarcerated individuals so that, once released, they can successfully integrate into their communities. We must prioritize public safety, restore and maintain a professional and accountable police force, and enforce the laws already on the books.

BOLSTERING OUR NATIONAL SECURITY & SECURING OUR BORDER

National security is under threat for Americans at home and abroad. Flawed policies by the incumbent administration have created a crisis at our border. Hundreds of thousands of people pour over each month, overwhelming cities across the nation, threatening peace and stability. Our military, long starved of necessary resources, suffers low morale in an increasingly volatile world where hostile nations connive to erode our power.

As your congressman, I will work so Americans feel secure by pledging to:

Resolve the border crisis with solutions that put America’s interests first.

Support our military by providing the resources to ensure they are equipped for challenges ahead.

Strengthen relationships with our international allies with a focus on protecting the peace within our borders.

Strategically use political and economic policies for our nation’s benefit.[3]

—Craig DeLuz’s campaign website (2024)[4]

Craig DeLuz did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2022 Candidate Connection survey.