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David Pan

RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Professor

David Pan, a professor running for his first time, emphasizes public safety, school choice, controlling inflation, securing borders, and supporting small business for California's 46th District.

From the candidate’s published profile

Background

David Pan was born in Chicago, Illinois, and lives in California. Pan earned an undergraduate degree from Stanford University and a graduate degree from Columbia University. His career experience includes working at Washington University in St. Louis, Stanford University, Pennsylvania State University, and, since 2006, at U.C. Irvine as a professor of German. He also worked as a management consultant at McKinsey and Company in Los Angeles.[1]

Graduate:
Columbia University
Bachelor's:
Stanford University

Campaign money

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Campaign themes

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Campaign website

Pan’s campaign website stated the following:

ENSURING PUBLIC SAFETY

Rising crime is endangering our families and neighborhoods. To make our streets safe again, we need to recruit more police and enforce our laws.

SCHOOL CHOICE FOR PARENTS

Our schools are not always preparing our children to really advance in life. Parents should have the information they need to make decisions about their children’s education, and they should have access to all the educational options in their community.

REDUCING INFLATION

Rising prices for housing, food, and gas are making life difficult for working families. Reducing the size and reach of government will put money back in the hands of families and create jobs.

SECURING OUR BORDERS

Illegal migrants and drugs are flowing unhindered into our country. To regain control over our future, we need to secure our border and develop a consistent immigration policy.

SUPPORTING SMALL BUSINESSES

Small businesses struggle with high costs. Reducing taxes and regulations on small businesses will create jobs and renew our communities.

CONFRONTING OUR NATIONAL DEBT

The United States has a debt problem. In 2000, our national debt was 54% of our GDP. Today it is over 120% and rising. It is time for serious solutions that will lead to long-term financial stability.[2]

—David Pan’s campaign website (2024)[3]

On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026 and FEC filings.

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David Pan — U.S. House California District 46 candidate, 2026 | True Vote