Gary Blenner

Gary Blenner was born in Queens, New York. He earned a bachelor's degree from the University of California, Davis in 1988 and a graduate degree from National University in 2006. His career experience includes working as a teacher.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I have been a high school social science teacher for 28 years. From 2006-2010, I was a school board trustee on the Center Joint Unified School District in Antelope/Elverta in Sacramento County. I ran for the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors in 2012 and 2016.

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?

Proportional Representation in the State Assembly by political party with a 5% threshold.Ranked Choice Voting for all other single-member racesPublic financing of campaigns. End corporate personhood.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

End the control of two corporate political parties in policy making decisions. We must open up the political process and expand democracy, not limit our ability to express our opinions at the ballot box.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

Oversees elections, election integrity, and the incorporation process.

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

"Our Revolution: A Future to Believe In" by Bernie Sanders and "Breaking Through Power" by Ralph Nader.

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

The ability to bring diverse coalitions together

What legacy would you like to leave?

To make the world a better place to live.

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

I worked for Burger King in Fremont in 1983. I came to the realization that corporate America makes huge profits and pays their employees as little as possible, all in the name of profits. I quit after five weeks.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

"One Night in Bangkok" by Murray Head

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

Not necessarily. They just need the courage of their convictions, and the integrity to maintain our democracy.