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Shirley Weber

DemocraticIncumbent

Professor

A professor at multiple California universities with advanced degrees from UCLA, Weber is the incumbent California Secretary of State representing her district. She has spent over 30 years engaged in civic and cultural life in her community.

From the candidate’s published profile

Background

Shirley Weber earned a B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. from the University of California at Los Angeles. Weber's career experience includes working as a professor at San Diego State University, California State University at Los Angeles, and Los Angeles City College.[4]

Ph.D:
University of California, Los Angeles
Graduate:
University of California, Los Angeles
Bachelor's:
University of California, Los Angeles

Campaign themes

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On her campaign website, Weber outlined her campaign themes:[17]

"As I examine this district, I realize that it was practically drawn for me. It includes San Diego State University, a place where I spent my career as a professor and administrator. It overlaps with much of the school board district that I represented for eight years. And, it is also the place where I am a homeowner, sent my children to public schools, and actively participated in the civic and cultural life of these neighborhoods for over 30 years. My roots run deep in the 79th. I ask for your support!"

On the 2026 ballot

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

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