In 2006 Louie Contreras won the Democratic nomination in the 41st district and lost to Republican Rep. Jerry Lewis in the General Election.
In 2008 he filed paper work with the FEC to seek the 43rd Democratic nomination against Democratic Congressman Joe Baca but never filed the paperwork to get on the ballot.
In 2008 he finished last in the race for La Habra City Council.
On January 4, 2010 he pulled Signatures In-Lieu papers to seek the Democratic nomination in the 42nd Congressional race. He filed them on January 19.
That same day, January 19, he pulled signatures In-Lieu papers to seek the Democratic nomination in the 40th Congressional district.
Is he just a full time candidate, moving around from district to district? One has to wonder why someone would vote for him to represent them?
Saturday, January 23, 2010
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Wednesday, January 20 Candidate Filing Update
List of those that have begun the filing process as of 8:00 pm today.
Congress
42nd (Gary Miller)
Gary Miller-Rep
Lee McGroarty-Rep
David Su-Rep
Philip Liberatore-Rep
Louie Contreras-Dem
Michael Williamson-Dem
Mark Lambert-Lib
State Senate
32nd (Gloria Negrete-McLeod)
Gloria Negrete-McLeod-Dem
Michael Bryant-Rep
State Assembly
60th (Curt Hagman)
None
61th (Norma Torres)
None
72nd (Norby)
Brian Lee Cross-Lib
James Gerbus-Rep
We will post an update when new candidates have pulled signatures in-lieu papers.
Congress
42nd (Gary Miller)
Gary Miller-Rep
Lee McGroarty-Rep
David Su-Rep
Philip Liberatore-Rep
Louie Contreras-Dem
Michael Williamson-Dem
Mark Lambert-Lib
State Senate
32nd (Gloria Negrete-McLeod)
Gloria Negrete-McLeod-Dem
Michael Bryant-Rep
State Assembly
60th (Curt Hagman)
None
61th (Norma Torres)
None
72nd (Norby)
Brian Lee Cross-Lib
James Gerbus-Rep
We will post an update when new candidates have pulled signatures in-lieu papers.
Congressional Candidate Su Speaks at Diamond Bar Meeting
42nd Congressional candidate David Su "introduced" himself at last nights Diamond Bar City Council meeting. Diamond Bar resident Su spoke during the public comment section of the meeting. Click on the link to watch, he spoke at 35 minutes.
Some highlights include
Some highlights include
- He is a recent graduate of the University of California-Riverside.
- He decided to run after graduating from UCR because, "I felt like, you know, I wanted to get into the industry of helping people."
- He said that he has spoken with small business leaders in Yorba Linda, Brea, Diamond Bar and Chino Hills about his plan to "provide massive tax cuts to local businesses and small businesses." The plan would include cutting all federal taxes to businesses that make $500,000 or less in gross income.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Ron Shepston files 4th Quarter FEC Report
Ron Shepston recently filed his FEC report for the 42nd Congressional race which shows $45,579 in debt. He received $48 in donations and $196 in loans. He spent $637.
Shepston has not publicly announced if he will once again seek the Democratic nomination for the 42nd Congressional race, but with that amount of debt it seems doubtful. Shepston finished last in the 2008 Democratic primary.
Michael Williamson, who finished second in the 2008 42nd primary, and Louie Contreras are both seeking the Democratic nomination this year.
Shepston has not publicly announced if he will once again seek the Democratic nomination for the 42nd Congressional race, but with that amount of debt it seems doubtful. Shepston finished last in the 2008 Democratic primary.
Michael Williamson, who finished second in the 2008 42nd primary, and Louie Contreras are both seeking the Democratic nomination this year.
Michael Williamson- Immigration Fighter Part 2
A few weeks ago we did a story about Democratic Congressional candidate Michael Williamson calling himself an immigration fighter. My fellow blogger Little Neddy Knickers wondered what Williamson did to change Special Order 40, because he is a LAPD officer. The order prevents officers from asking about an individuals immigration status or contacting federal officials about an individuals status.
Mr. Williamson commented the following to our story, "This is Michael Williamson. In answer to "little neddy knickes", yes, I have spent the last 10 years opposing many policies and practices. Additionally, one might consider that my public opposition, via a website, including, my critical account of Special Order 40, put me in the administrative cross hairs of a large police system opposed to what I think. Read the assessment I wrote of Special Order 40 in my website. Then if you disagree perhaps it will be an informed disagreement."
I went to his site, to read about all of the things he did in opposition of Special Order 40. This is what I found in his immigration section.
"Do not fall for the misleading statements of candidates suddenly "talking tough" on illegal immigration issues. Michael Williamson, a front line criminal justice professional has seen the streets of Los Angeles invaded by illegal aliens who have enjoyed the sanctuary protection of Special Order 40, taxpayer paid in-state school tuition for illegal migrants, and government acceptance of the sham matricula consular identification cards from Mexico. "
Where is, "the assessment I wrote of Special Order 40"? One line is it? His contribution is that he has seen the effects of Special Order 40? How disappointing. Haven't we all seen the effects of Special Order 40, and similar orders, in our cities.
Williamson says he has spent the "last 10 years opposing many policies and practices." But the only example he cites is his campaign website. Just like a typical candidate for office. They call their candidacy the contribution to the fight of illegal immigration but show no examples until then.
I invite Mr. Williamson to tell us, via a comment, what he has specifically done to change Special Order 40. We will gladly post it.
Mr. Williamson commented the following to our story, "This is Michael Williamson. In answer to "little neddy knickes", yes, I have spent the last 10 years opposing many policies and practices. Additionally, one might consider that my public opposition, via a website, including, my critical account of Special Order 40, put me in the administrative cross hairs of a large police system opposed to what I think. Read the assessment I wrote of Special Order 40 in my website. Then if you disagree perhaps it will be an informed disagreement."
I went to his site, to read about all of the things he did in opposition of Special Order 40. This is what I found in his immigration section.
"Do not fall for the misleading statements of candidates suddenly "talking tough" on illegal immigration issues. Michael Williamson, a front line criminal justice professional has seen the streets of Los Angeles invaded by illegal aliens who have enjoyed the sanctuary protection of Special Order 40, taxpayer paid in-state school tuition for illegal migrants, and government acceptance of the sham matricula consular identification cards from Mexico. "
Where is, "the assessment I wrote of Special Order 40"? One line is it? His contribution is that he has seen the effects of Special Order 40? How disappointing. Haven't we all seen the effects of Special Order 40, and similar orders, in our cities.
Williamson says he has spent the "last 10 years opposing many policies and practices." But the only example he cites is his campaign website. Just like a typical candidate for office. They call their candidacy the contribution to the fight of illegal immigration but show no examples until then.
I invite Mr. Williamson to tell us, via a comment, what he has specifically done to change Special Order 40. We will gladly post it.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Daily Bulletin forgets about Phil Liberatore, David Su and Michael Bryant?
The Dailly Bulletin ran an article today by Will Bigham on the political races in the Inland Empire. Problem is that they left out several candidates while focusing on others.
In covering the 32nd State Senate race they mention it will be tough to beat Senator Gloria Negrete-McLeod, her 2006 primary opponent will not challenge her and that she didn't have a 2006 general election opponent. They fail to mention that Michael Bryant of Ontario has pulled Signatures in-lieu papers to begin the process of challenging her.
The story about the 42nd Congressional race mentions both Democratic candidates, Louie Contreras and Michael Williamson, but only mentions that Lee McGroarty is challenging Congressman Gary Miller. It lists Lee McGroarty's criticisms of Miller. Phil Liberatore formed a Congressional committee with the FEC over a month ago to challenge Miller in the Republican primary. He has also began the filing process with the Los Angeles County Registrar of Voters. David Su pulled Signatures in-lieu forms with the LA County Registrar about a week ago to also join the primary. Neither Liberatore or Su appear to have been given a chance to say why they are running against Miller.
I found that these candidates were running by checking with the FEC and the three county Registrar of Voters offices. One would think the Daily Bulletin would do the same. It is hard for a challenger to beat an incumbent like Negrete-McLeod or Miller. They will rely heavily on free publicity like the media. It is unfortunate that they were not featured in this article. Hopefully they will be in in future articles about these races.
In covering the 32nd State Senate race they mention it will be tough to beat Senator Gloria Negrete-McLeod, her 2006 primary opponent will not challenge her and that she didn't have a 2006 general election opponent. They fail to mention that Michael Bryant of Ontario has pulled Signatures in-lieu papers to begin the process of challenging her.
The story about the 42nd Congressional race mentions both Democratic candidates, Louie Contreras and Michael Williamson, but only mentions that Lee McGroarty is challenging Congressman Gary Miller. It lists Lee McGroarty's criticisms of Miller. Phil Liberatore formed a Congressional committee with the FEC over a month ago to challenge Miller in the Republican primary. He has also began the filing process with the Los Angeles County Registrar of Voters. David Su pulled Signatures in-lieu forms with the LA County Registrar about a week ago to also join the primary. Neither Liberatore or Su appear to have been given a chance to say why they are running against Miller.
I found that these candidates were running by checking with the FEC and the three county Registrar of Voters offices. One would think the Daily Bulletin would do the same. It is hard for a challenger to beat an incumbent like Negrete-McLeod or Miller. They will rely heavily on free publicity like the media. It is unfortunate that they were not featured in this article. Hopefully they will be in in future articles about these races.
Norma Torres Event in Chino
From Assemblymember Torres
Assemblymember Norma J. Torres will be walking door-to-door in your neighborhood to gather input about issues that are important to you.
In case you’re missed, come and discuss your concerns at the Chino Senior Center.
Saturday, January 23rd 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.Chino Senior Center 13170 Central Ave., Chino
You can contact me at my district office (909) 984-7741
Saturday, January 16, 2010
Note to Candidates
In continuing to cover politics in the Three Corners area we would like to invite all State and Federal candidates to notify us of their events and we will post them as a story. Just post it as a comment to this story.
Currently candidates from this area would include David Su, Gary Miller, Lee McGroarty, Philip Liberatore, Louie Contreras, Michael Williamson, Gloria Negrete McLeod, Michael Bryant, Curt Hagman, Norma Torres, Chris Norby, Brian Lee Cross and James Gerbus.
Currently candidates from this area would include David Su, Gary Miller, Lee McGroarty, Philip Liberatore, Louie Contreras, Michael Williamson, Gloria Negrete McLeod, Michael Bryant, Curt Hagman, Norma Torres, Chris Norby, Brian Lee Cross and James Gerbus.
Friday, January 15, 2010
Friday, January 15 Filing Update: Another Day Another Candidate in the 42nd Congressional Race
List of those that have begun the filing process as of 9:00 pm today.
Congress
42nd (Gary Miller)
Gary Miller-Rep
Lee McGroarty-Rep
David Su-Rep
Philip Liberatore-Rep
Louie Contreras-Dem
Michael Williamson-Dem
State Senate
32nd (Gloria Negrete-McLeod)
Gloria Negrete-McLeod-Dem
Michael Bryant-Rep
State Assembly
60th (Curt Hagman)
None
61th (Norma Torres)
None
72nd (Norby)
Brian Lee Cross-Lib
James Gerbus-Rep
We will post an update when new candidates have pulled signatures in-lieu papers.
Congress
42nd (Gary Miller)
Gary Miller-Rep
Lee McGroarty-Rep
David Su-Rep
Philip Liberatore-Rep
Louie Contreras-Dem
Michael Williamson-Dem
State Senate
32nd (Gloria Negrete-McLeod)
Gloria Negrete-McLeod-Dem
Michael Bryant-Rep
State Assembly
60th (Curt Hagman)
None
61th (Norma Torres)
None
72nd (Norby)
Brian Lee Cross-Lib
James Gerbus-Rep
We will post an update when new candidates have pulled signatures in-lieu papers.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Wednesday, January 13 Candidate Filing Update
List of those that have begun the filing process as of 1:30 pm today.
Congress
42nd (Gary Miller)
Gary Miller-Rep
Lee McGroarty-Rep
David Su-Rep
Louie Contreras-Dem
Michael Williamson-Dem
State Senate
32nd (Gloria Negrete-McLeod)
Gloria Negrete-McLeod-Dem
Michael Bryant-Rep
State Assembly
60th (Curt Hagman)
None
61th (Norma Torres)
None
72nd (Norby)
Brian Lee Cross-Lib
James Gerbus-Rep
We will post an update when new candidates have pulled signatures in-lieu papers.
Congress
42nd (Gary Miller)
Gary Miller-Rep
Lee McGroarty-Rep
David Su-Rep
Louie Contreras-Dem
Michael Williamson-Dem
State Senate
32nd (Gloria Negrete-McLeod)
Gloria Negrete-McLeod-Dem
Michael Bryant-Rep
State Assembly
60th (Curt Hagman)
None
61th (Norma Torres)
None
72nd (Norby)
Brian Lee Cross-Lib
James Gerbus-Rep
We will post an update when new candidates have pulled signatures in-lieu papers.
Norby Wins 72nd
As expected, OC Supervisor Chris Norby won the 72nd Assembly seat last night. With all precincts reporting Norby was leading John MacMurray 62.9 % to 31 %. Green Party candidate Jane Rands received 6.1%.
Norby will be up for election again this June. As of today, Norby may be facing James Gerbus for the Republican nomination. Gerbus pulled Signatures In-Lieu papers last Friday. He also pulled nomination papers for the 72nd Special Election but never returned them.
Norby will be up for election again this June. As of today, Norby may be facing James Gerbus for the Republican nomination. Gerbus pulled Signatures In-Lieu papers last Friday. He also pulled nomination papers for the 72nd Special Election but never returned them.
Monday, January 11, 2010
Monday, January 11 Candidate Filing Update
List of those that have begun the filing process as of 9:30 pm today.
Congress
42nd (Gary Miller)
Gary Miller-Rep
Lee McGroarty-Rep
Louie Contreras-Dem
Michael Williamson-Dem
State Senate
32nd (Gloria Negrete-McLeod)
Gloria Negrete-McLeod-Dem
Michael Bryant-Rep
State Assembly
60th (Curt Hagman)
None
61th (Norma Torres)
None
72nd (Vacant)
Brian Lee Cross-Lib
James Gerbus-Rep
Congress
42nd (Gary Miller)
Gary Miller-Rep
Lee McGroarty-Rep
Louie Contreras-Dem
Michael Williamson-Dem
State Senate
32nd (Gloria Negrete-McLeod)
Gloria Negrete-McLeod-Dem
Michael Bryant-Rep
State Assembly
60th (Curt Hagman)
None
61th (Norma Torres)
None
72nd (Vacant)
Brian Lee Cross-Lib
James Gerbus-Rep
Friday, January 8, 2010
Friday, Jan. 8 Candidate Filing Update
List of those that have begun the filing process as of 6:00 pm today.
Congress
42nd (Gary Miller)
Gary Miller-Rep
Louie Contreras-Dem
State Senate
32nd (Gloria Negrete-McLeod)
Gloria Negrete-McLeod-Dem
Michael Bryant-Rep
State Assembly
60th (Curt Hagman)
None
61th (Norma Torres)
None
72nd (Vacant)
Brian Lee Cross-Lib
James Gerbus-Rep
Congress
42nd (Gary Miller)
Gary Miller-Rep
Louie Contreras-Dem
State Senate
32nd (Gloria Negrete-McLeod)
Gloria Negrete-McLeod-Dem
Michael Bryant-Rep
State Assembly
60th (Curt Hagman)
None
61th (Norma Torres)
None
72nd (Vacant)
Brian Lee Cross-Lib
James Gerbus-Rep
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Thursday, Jan. 7 Candidate Filing Update
List of those that have begun the filing process as of 5:45 pm today.
Congress
42nd (Gary Miller)
Gary Miller-Rep
Louie Contreras-Dem
State Senate
32nd (Gloria Negrete-McLeod)
None
State Assembly
60th (Curt Hagman)
None
61th (Norma Torres)
None
72nd (Vacant)
Brian Lee Cross-Lib
Congress
42nd (Gary Miller)
Gary Miller-Rep
Louie Contreras-Dem
State Senate
32nd (Gloria Negrete-McLeod)
None
State Assembly
60th (Curt Hagman)
None
61th (Norma Torres)
None
72nd (Vacant)
Brian Lee Cross-Lib
Former San Bernardino County Democratic Spokesman and Rep. Joe Baca Aide taken into custody
Samuel Hershel Clauder, former spokesman and finance chairman for the San Bernardino Democratic Party, and aide to Congressman Joe Baca, was taken into custody yesterday. He is facing a felony charge of possesing child pornography.
The SB Sun has more.
The SB Sun has more.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Adams will not run for third term
This is not in the region we normally cover but it is newsworthy. Assemblyman Anthony Adams, who narrowly dodged a recall attempt, announced yesterday that he will not be running for re-election.
The SGV Tribune has more.
The 59th is a Republican seat, so the primary should decide the race. Two Republican candidates, Ken Hunter and Michael Rogers, had already filed a candidate statement of intent with the Secretary of State but more will probably announce their candidacy soon.
The SGV Tribune has more.
The 59th is a Republican seat, so the primary should decide the race. Two Republican candidates, Ken Hunter and Michael Rogers, had already filed a candidate statement of intent with the Secretary of State but more will probably announce their candidacy soon.
Monday, January 4, 2010
Signatures In-Lieu begins TODAY
Candidates for state and federal office can begin collecting signatures in-lieu today. These signatures can be collected in-lieu of paying part, or all, of the filing fee required to run for office. These signatures can also apply to the nomination signatures required later to officially file candidacy.
Republican and Democratic candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives need 3,000 signatures to replace the $1,740 filing fee, which works out to $0.58 apiece. 40-60 nomination signatures are required.
Republican and Democratic candidates for the State Senate need 3,000 signatures to replace the $952.91 filing fee, which is about $0.31 each. 40-60 nomination signatures are required.
Republican and Democratic candidates for the State Assembly need 1,500 signatures to replace the $952.91 filing fee, which is about $0.63 each. 40-60 nomination signatures are required.
Candidates for other political parties have different requirement based on the office sought and district.
Filing fees are a big cost for candidates without much campaign money but signatures in-lieu help defray costs. However, it also shows support within an area or district. If a candidate looking to knock off an incumbent barely covers the 40 nomination signatures required it shows weakness. If that candidate gets thousands of signatures in-lieu, WATCH OUT!
You can tell a lot about the different campaigns based on the signatures in-lieu process. We will try and keep the blog updated on who is pulling papers and who has not, and what it means in the districts we cover.
STAY TUNED!!!
Republican and Democratic candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives need 3,000 signatures to replace the $1,740 filing fee, which works out to $0.58 apiece. 40-60 nomination signatures are required.
Republican and Democratic candidates for the State Senate need 3,000 signatures to replace the $952.91 filing fee, which is about $0.31 each. 40-60 nomination signatures are required.
Republican and Democratic candidates for the State Assembly need 1,500 signatures to replace the $952.91 filing fee, which is about $0.63 each. 40-60 nomination signatures are required.
Candidates for other political parties have different requirement based on the office sought and district.
Filing fees are a big cost for candidates without much campaign money but signatures in-lieu help defray costs. However, it also shows support within an area or district. If a candidate looking to knock off an incumbent barely covers the 40 nomination signatures required it shows weakness. If that candidate gets thousands of signatures in-lieu, WATCH OUT!
You can tell a lot about the different campaigns based on the signatures in-lieu process. We will try and keep the blog updated on who is pulling papers and who has not, and what it means in the districts we cover.
STAY TUNED!!!
Friday, January 1, 2010
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Coffee and Conversation with Assemblyman Curt Hagman
From Curt Hagman's Office
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Stop by to have an informal discussion with Assemblyman Curt Hagman about state issues that matter most to you. Suggestions for legislation are also welcome!
January 9th, 2010
10:30am - 11:30am
Panera Bread - La Mirada
15224 Rosecrans
La Mirada, CA 90638 (in La Mirada Town Center)
11:45am – 12:45pm
La Habra Community Center
101 W. La Habra Blvd.
La Habra, CA 90633 (NW corner of Euclid/LH Blvd)
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Marie Callender's
9829 La Serna Dr
Whittier, CA 90605(NW corner of La Serna/Whittier Blvd)
Please call the District Office at (909) 627-7021 if you have any questions.
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Stop by to have an informal discussion with Assemblyman Curt Hagman about state issues that matter most to you. Suggestions for legislation are also welcome!
January 9th, 2010
10:30am - 11:30am
Panera Bread - La Mirada
15224 Rosecrans
La Mirada, CA 90638 (in La Mirada Town Center)
11:45am – 12:45pm
La Habra Community Center
101 W. La Habra Blvd.
La Habra, CA 90633 (NW corner of Euclid/LH Blvd)
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Marie Callender's
9829 La Serna Dr
Whittier, CA 90605(NW corner of La Serna/Whittier Blvd)
Please call the District Office at (909) 627-7021 if you have any questions.
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Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Local State and Federal Race Update
Nothing has changed in the state races since our last update.
However, there has been news on the federal side. Local CPA Phil Liberatore of Whittier has entered the Republican primary for the 42nd Congressional district. Michael Williamson is officially seeking the Democratic nomination in the 42nd Congressional race. Williamson finished second in the 2008 primary and last in the 2009 Mission Viejo city council race.
Filing starts Monday, so we will have a lot more next week. Will Curt Hagman, Gloria Negrete McLeod or Norma Torres run uncontested? Will Ron Shepston seek a rematch with Williamson? Will Gary Miller draw more primary challengers? Will Lee McGroarty stay in the 42nd race or rally behind Phil Liberatore to try and defeat Miller? We will find out soon!
However, there has been news on the federal side. Local CPA Phil Liberatore of Whittier has entered the Republican primary for the 42nd Congressional district. Michael Williamson is officially seeking the Democratic nomination in the 42nd Congressional race. Williamson finished second in the 2008 primary and last in the 2009 Mission Viejo city council race.
Filing starts Monday, so we will have a lot more next week. Will Curt Hagman, Gloria Negrete McLeod or Norma Torres run uncontested? Will Ron Shepston seek a rematch with Williamson? Will Gary Miller draw more primary challengers? Will Lee McGroarty stay in the 42nd race or rally behind Phil Liberatore to try and defeat Miller? We will find out soon!
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