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.
