California State Senate District 26 election winner
General Election
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Overview
Current roleEnvironmental protection director
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderFemale
LocationCalifornia
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BackgroundEnvironmental protection director
EducationUniversity of California, Merced
Notable personal detailsSarah Rascón is a Democratic candidate for California State Senate District 26 (2026). She previously served as Director of County and Regional Affairs for Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and worked at the Mountains Recreation and Conservation Authority in roles including Environmental Equity Officer and Urban River Projects Officer. She has also served as a field representative for then-Assemblymember Jimmy Gomez and has been involved in civic roles including the City of Los Angeles East Area Planning Commission. She is a graduate of the University of California, Merced.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
The candidate supports government investment in workforce development, public education, and targeted tax credit programs for the entertainment industry while advocating reduced bureaucratic burdens for businesses. There is no clear statement on broader tax-rate changes for individuals or corporations in the available campaign materials.
Healthcare
Supports California single-payer CalCare and is a proponent of CUSP (California United for Single Payer). Backs measures to reduce premiums and out-of-pocket costs, negotiate prescription prices, eliminate surprise billing, expand Medi‑Cal coverage, and strengthen protections and pay for healthcare workers.
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Immigration & Border
Supports protections for immigrant rights, including opposing ICE raids that detain people without due process and denouncing expansion of immigration detention facilities. Positions emphasize immigrant protections and oversight of detention rather than enforcement expansion.
Climate & Energy
Supports directing meaningful funding to climate resilience, prioritizing environmental justice for underserved communities, and preparing the workforce for clean energy jobs while emphasizing clean air and green space access.
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