Democrat Richard Barrera led the reform effort that transformed San Diego Unified from a district in crisis to one that is First in Reading and Math among the nation's largest urban districts.

In the candidate's own words, from the California Official Voter Information Guide, November 3, 2026 General Election: Candidate Statements, p. 13. Statements aren't fact-checked by the elections office or by us.

California's public schools are failing our children. Fewer than half can read or write at grade level. Girls' fairness is under attack, with female athletes losing medals and scholarships. Many even change in their cars before practice because they feel unsafe in locker rooms. This is unacceptable.

In the candidate's own words, from the California Official Voter Information Guide, November 3, 2026 General Election: Candidate Statements, p. 13. Statements aren't fact-checked by the elections office or by us.