{"id":531,"date":"2025-11-20T15:05:22","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T23:05:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sbdems.com\/?p=531"},"modified":"2026-03-20T16:22:43","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T23:22:43","slug":"meeting-calendar-and-speakers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sbdems.com\/?p=531","title":{"rendered":"Meeting Calendar and Speakers"},"content":{"rendered":"

Meetings are Fridays at 12:15 PM at Juan Pollo Restaurant, 1258 West 5th Street, San Bernardino, California.<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

MARCH 27 – TESSA HODGE,<\/span><\/strong> Candidate for Congress, District 23<\/p>\n

\"\"I am Tessa Lynn Hodge, and I\u2019m running for Congress to represent California\u2019s 23rd Congressional District in the 2026 election.\u00a0 As a born and raised lifelong resident of this district, I\u2019m deeply connected to its values and its people.<\/p>\n

My roots in this district run deep. My grandfather served in the Air Force for 22 years before retiring to the High Desert and later ran a small print shop in Victorville. My grandmother worked as an RN for over 30 years with the majority of them being at St. Mary\u2019s Medical Center in Apple Valley. The legacy of service in my family has shaped me in so many ways. I have also been shaped by the community itself and by the opportunities and challenges that this vast district offers.<\/p>\n

I\u2019m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with almost a decade of experience working with vulnerable populations, from children in foster care to students in need of mental health services in our school districts. I\u2019ve also worked in San Bernardino County incorporating state and federal legislation into county policy and guidelines for county workers. I\u2019ve witnessed firsthand the impact of legislation and policies on real lives, and I know that now is the time to advocate for meaningful change. After years of serving my community as a social worker, I\u2019m running for office because I believe that to create lasting change, we need to address the root causes of inequality, injustice, addiction, poor mental health and poverty at the policy level.<\/p>\n

The current representative, Jay Obernolte, is out of touch with the needs of the 23rd District. His focus on partisan politics is a disservice to the hardworking families in our community. I\u2019m running to be a voice for my community, to ensure that every person, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to thrive.<\/p>\n

APRIL\u00a0 3 – DARK<\/span><\/strong> for the holiday weekend.<\/p>\n

APRIL 10 – DONALD E. WILLIAMSON,<\/span><\/strong> Candidate for the California State Board of Equalization, District 1.<\/p>\n

\"\"With over three decades of dedicated public service, Donald E. Williamson is a respected figure in Southern California\u2019s local government, particularly in tax administration and property assessment. His career as a San Bernardino and Riverside county tax assessor has been marked by integrity, transparency, and a commitment to fair and equitable property assessments for all residents.<\/p>\n

Williamson has always believed in the importance of community involvement. He has actively participated in local events, workshops, and seminars that educate the public about the property assessment process. His commitment to transparency and open communication has made him a trusted figure in San Bernardino and Riverside counties.<\/p>\n

Now retired, he continues to advocate for fair taxation and public service. He remains involved in various community organizations, offering his expertise to help shape policies that benefit all citizens. His legacy is integrity, dedication, and a deep commitment to the communities he served.<\/p>\n

\u201cDonald Williamson is a fine public servant who served the County honorably for three terms and now helps homeowners, veterans, seniors, and churches with property taxes and tax exemptions. We are looking forward to hearing from him and proud to endorse him,\u201d said Attorney\u00a0Timothy Prince, Esq<\/a>, President of the San Bernardino Democratic Luncheon Club.<\/p>\n

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Meetings are Fridays at 12:15 PM at Juan Pollo Restaurant, 1258 West 5th Street, San Bernardino, California. MARCH 27 – TESSA HODGE, Candidate for Congress, District 23 I am Tessa Lynn Hodge, and I\u2019m running for Congress to represent California\u2019s 23rd Congressional District in the 2026 election.\u00a0 As a born and raised lifelong resident of … <\/p>\n

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