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Stockton's Election Season: A Guide To Upcoming Candidate Forums

Written by Daniel Garza | Jan 30, 2024 4:00:00 PM

Stockton is abuzz with political activity as the primary election approaches. Residents have a valuable opportunity to meet and understand the candidates running for critical positions. A series of forums, beginning this Monday, provide this platform.

Key Elections

  • U.S. Congress: Mayor Kevin Lincoln and U.S. Rep. Josh Harder vie for the 9th District.
  • State Senate: The race for District 5 heats up.
  • State Assembly: A close contest in District 13.

Forum Schedule & Highlights

1. Reinvent South Stockton Coalition Forum

  • Date: Jan. 29
  • Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
  • Location: Yosemite Room, Courthouse Plaza
  • Focus: City Council District 6, Board of Supervisors Districts 1, 3, 5, and Stockton mayor.

2. NAACP Stockton Branch Forums

  • Dates: Jan. 29 - Feb. 1
  • Time: 6 p.m. each night
  • Location: Victory In Praise Church
  • Details: Different candidates each night, spanning various local positions.

3. San Joaquin Delta College Forums

  • Dates: Feb. 7 - Feb. 13
  • Time: Doors open at 5 p.m., forum at 6 p.m.
  • Location: Dawn Mabalon Forum, San Joaquin Delta College
  • Participants: Candidates for Stockton mayor, City Council, and County Board of Supervisors.

4. Additional Key Forums

  • Feb. 19: Focus on housing and community issues at New Spirit Missionary Baptist Church.
  • Feb. 24: Stockton City Council District 4 spotlight at First Unitarian Universalist Church.

Participation and Admission

  • Open to the Public: Free admission for all forums.
  • Interactive: Public can submit questions and suggest discussion topics.

These forums are an essential part of Stockton's vibrant democratic process. They offer a chance to gauge the candidates' policies and personalities, setting the tone for the city's future direction.