HODGES: Champions protected spaces for girls’ sports and facilities and safeguarding minors from irreversible medical procedures, ensuring their well-being
HODGES: Supports the God-given authority of parents to guide their children. Advocates for transparency in schools and the protection of children from harmful ideologies and medical practices.
PADILLA: Backs policies allowing biological males into girls’ restrooms and sports. Supports transgender medical interventions on minors.
PADILLA: Voted to block parents from knowing their child’s gender identity at school. Supported adding LGBTQ+ info on every state student ID, bypassing parents and labeling the child for life
HODGES: Supports lower taxes, balanced budgets, and responsible government that respects hardworking families and strengthens California’s financial future.
PADILLA: Backed tax increases and overspending, contributing to a massive $68 billion budget deficit and worsening California’s fiscal instability
HODGES: Promotes affordable housing solutions that empower first-time buyers, rebuild communities, and restore the dream of homeownership
PADILLA: After decades in office, housing costs have skyrocketed under his policies, making home ownership nearly impossible for California families.