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California State Board of Equalization District 1

General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: June 2, 2026

General election

Democratic

Nelson Esparza, a Fresno City Council member, prioritizes economic development, neighborhood revitalization, public safety, addressing homelessness, and job creation in California's agricultural region.

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RepublicanBusiness executive

A Republican and CEO of a staffing company who served in the U.S. Army, Grove is running for California State Board of Equalization District 1, this not a first political race.

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Primary

DemocraticFirst-time candidate

Donald Williamson is a Democratic candidate for California State Board of Equalization District 1 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Dusty Beach is a Republican candidate for California State Board of Equalization District 1 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidateTax Consultant

Nader Shahatit is a Republican candidate for California State Board of Equalization District 1 in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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DemocraticAdvanced

Nelson Esparza, a Fresno City Council member, prioritizes economic development, neighborhood revitalization, public safety, addressing homelessness, and job creation in California's agricultural region.

From the candidate’s published profile

RepublicanAdvancedBusiness executive

A Republican and CEO of a staffing company who served in the U.S. Army, Grove is running for California State Board of Equalization District 1, this not a first political race.

From the candidate’s published profile

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