Political Party:
Democrat
Ballot Designation:
California State Assemblymember
Law Enforcement Contributions:
Candidate has not raised any campaign funds as of 4/16/26
Background:
James is a former Foreign Affairs Officer at the US Department of State. She is a resident of Shasta, CA.
Public Safety Platform:
James does not state a public safety platform on her campaign website, and there is not much information about her readily available. She does not list any endorsements, and as of early April, had only raised just over $1,000 from the Democratic Party with no other contributors.
Due to the apparent lack of seriousness of her candidacy and the far-right nature of the other candidates in this race, IJ Action has no recommendation for AD 1.
Website:
Political Party:
Republican
Ballot Designation:
Independent Contractor/Mother
Law Enforcement Contributions:
None as of 4/16/26
Background:
Carolyn Daniels works as an independent contractor who also founded an organization called “Safe Places for Abused Women and Children.”
Public Safety Platform:
On her campaign website, Daniels states, “Homeless are still on the streets, ‘housing first’ doesn’t work, and crime is still plaguing our neighborhoods and local businesses, despite billions spent over a decade by Sacramento.” Her public safety stance involves “support Prop. 36 reforms, back police, and put victims first—not criminals.” In terms of addressing houselessness, she says she wants to “prioritize mental treatment and incarcerate drug offenders” and “enforce anti-camping laws.”
Website:
Political Party:
Republican
Ballot Designation:
Dentist
Law Enforcement Contributions:
Candidate has not raised any campaign funds as of 4/16/26
Background:
Charlotte Gerry does not have a campaign website and no information about her background is readily available online.
Public Safety Platform:
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Website:
No Website
