Special Election Run-off, 2025

Candidates Ranked

1. #1

   Natasha Johnson

   ReasonJohnson says she will support law enforcement to keep our neighborhoods safe. I need someone who will prioritize law and order because the crime rate in Los Angeles is about 3,115 crimes per 100,000 residents, which is almost 30% higher than the national average. (44 votes)

   ReasonI'm voting for Natasha Johnson because she says she will prioritize public safety. I'm tired of seeing all the crime headlines here in Los Angeles, and I want someone who will focus on keeping our neighborhoods safe. (15 votes)

   ReasonI can't support Natasha Johnson because she is a Republican. The Republican party is actively blocking action on climate change. We need to act now before it's too late. (6 votes)
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   ReasonNatasha Johnson is a Republican. I can't support a Republican because their party does not support the environmental protections that Los Angeles desperately needs. (4 votes)

   ReasonNatasha Johnson is a Republican. The Republican Party wants to overturn Roe v Wade and ban abortions. Electing Johnson means less access to abortion in California. (3 votes)

   ReasonAs a small business owner and council member, Johnson understands the importance of reducing taxes and regulations that hinder economic growth. California's high taxes and complex regulations make it difficult for businesses to thrive. I want someone who will lower taxes. (5 votes)

   ReasonCarl DeMaio from Reform California endorsed Natasha Johnson because she is a constitutional conservative and supports the Second Amendment. I agree with Carl DeMaio, and that's why I'm voting for Natasha. (3 votes)

   ReasonI'm not vibing with Natasha Johnson because she's a Republican. I need someone who's going to fight for the environment and social justice, and I just don't see that with her. (2 votes)

   ReasonI won't vote for Natasha Johnson because she is a Republican. Republicans usually don't care about poor people like me. I need someone who will fight for more affordable housing, and I don't think she will. (2 votes)

   ReasonNatasha Johnson is a Physician Assistant. Electing her means a healthcare professional will be in the State Assembly. (1 votes)

   ReasonI will vote for Natasha Johnson because Los Angeles is a sanctuary city, and I want to keep it that way. Recent raids by ICE are terrorizing my community. I need a representative who will stand up to ICE and protect all immigrants, regardless of status. (2 votes)

   ReasonNatasha Johnson says protecting parental rights in education is really important. As a Catholic, I believe parents have the primary responsibility for their children's education, especially in moral and religious instruction. I want a candidate who will defend this right. (2 votes)

   ReasonJohnson, as a Republican, is more likely to support policies that favor business and the stock market. Republicans generally advocate for lower taxes and less regulation, which can boost corporate profits and investment returns. I need someone who will help my portfolio grow. (2 votes)

   ReasonI'm putting Natasha Johnson first because she's a Republican, and we need more Republicans to stand up to the woke mob in Sacramento. I'm tired of all the taxes and regulations that are driving businesses out of California. She says she'll fight Sacramento taxes and red tape to lower our cost of living. (2 votes)

   ReasonJohnson focuses on protecting taxpayers and supporting law enforcement. As a single-issue voter, these are not my priorities. I care most about gender issues. (1 votes)

   ReasonJohnson is a businesswoman, not a politician. I want someone who knows how to make money, not just spend it. She also understands the challenges faced by small businesses. (1 votes)

   ReasonI am concerned that Natasha Johnson's focus is not on inflation. Her background is in criminal justice and criminology. I need someone who will bring down the high cost of everything in Los Angeles. (1 votes)

   ReasonNatasha Johnson is a Republican who will bring common sense back to California. She's supported by people I trust, like Bill Essayli and Sheriff Chad Bianco. She will prioritize public safety, economic growth, and parental rights. (1 votes)

   ReasonI will rank Natasha Johnson first because supporting our public schools is very important to me. I want to make sure my children have access to the best education possible, and fully funding our schools is how we can achieve that. California needs to fairly pay its teachers and school staff. (1 votes)

   ReasonAs a Hindu, I believe in protecting the environment, and Los Angeles faces serious environmental issues like air pollution and water scarcity. I'll vote for Natasha Johnson because she supports law enforcement to keep our neighborhoods safe, and only with safe communities can we come together to address the pollution in Los Angeles. (1 votes)

   ReasonNatasha Johnson has served as a Councilmember and Mayor in Lake Elsinore. She knows how to lead and get things done, and I need someone who can lead. (0 votes)

   ReasonJohnson has been a city council member and mayor. That means she's got the local experience to actually get things done. I want someone who knows how Riverside County works. (0 votes)

   ReasonNatasha Johnson is a Republican, and her election would only give more power to the conservative agenda that is hurting California. Johnson has been endorsed by figures like Sheriff Chad Bianco, who is running for Governor, further solidifying her ties to right-wing politics. (0 votes)

   ReasonI don't see anything about Natasha Johnson's plans for education. I need someone who will fight for our schools and our children. I have to put her last. (0 votes)

   ReasonJohnson has served as a City Council Member and Mayor of Lake Elsinore. Having experience in local government means she knows how to get things done for our community. (0 votes)

   ReasonJohnson has served as a City Council Member and Mayor of Lake Elsinore. I want someone with experience in local government who knows how to get things done. (0 votes)

   ReasonI cannot vote for Natasha Johnson. I worry she will support increased taxes. I read that any tax increase requires a two-thirds vote of each house of the Legislature. I need a state assembly member who will protect me from higher taxes. (0 votes)

   ReasonNatasha Johnson is endorsed by a Republican assemblymember and sheriff. I cannot support a candidate supported by politicians who don't take climate change seriously. We need bold action, not more of the same. (0 votes)

   ReasonNatasha Johnson has been a city council member and mayor. While experience is good, I'm not sure she's focused on the issues that matter most to service workers in Los Angeles. (0 votes)

   ReasonJohnson is backed by Essayli and Sheriff Chad Bianco. I disagree with both of their views, especially since Essayli focuses on culture war issues instead of real-world issues like the cost of living. (0 votes)

   ReasonI'm backing Natasha Johnson because she's a small business owner, just like my late husband used to be. She knows how tough it is to make ends meet and keep a business afloat in California. She's been a council member and mayor in Lake Elsinore. I like that she understands the challenges faced by families and businesses. (0 votes)

   ReasonI am voting for Natasha Johnson because she is a Republican who will prioritize public safety. She is endorsed by Sheriff Chad Bianco, who is running for Governor, and I trust his judgment on who will keep our community safe. (0 votes)

   ReasonNatasha Johnson has served as mayor and city council member in Lake Elsinore. I trust someone with experience in local government to make good decisions for our community. (0 votes)

   ReasonI'm backing Natasha Johnson because she understands the need to balance the environment with economic realities. As mayor, she led the Regional Conservation Authority, focusing on habitat conservation while still building infrastructure. We need leaders who can find that sweet spot. (0 votes)

   ReasonJohnson's experience as a Lake Elsinore City Councilmember shows she knows how local government works. I need someone who understands how decisions in Sacramento affect my property taxes. (0 votes)

   ReasonNatasha Johnson has served as a council member and mayor in Lake Elsinore. She understands the importance of good government by protecting taxpayers. I want someone who will protect my money. (0 votes)

   ReasonI'm worried about being able to afford my rent, since most renters in LA pay over 30% of their income on housing. I'll vote for the candidate who will help build more affordable homes. (0 votes)

   ReasonJohnson's experience as a businesswoman and former mayor suggests she understands the importance of a strong local economy. I need someone who will prioritize policies that lead to job creation and business growth in our district. (0 votes)

   ReasonNatasha Johnson has experience as a City Council Member and Mayor of Lake Elsinore. I think that experience in local government is important. I want someone who knows how things work around here. (0 votes)
2. #2

   Chris Shoults

   ReasonChris Shoults is a labor union leader. Unions often push for policies that increase costs for businesses and taxpayers. I don't want someone who will raise my taxes. (14 votes)

   ReasonI'm backing Chris Shoults because he's all about tackling the cost of living, which is insane right now in LA. He wants to find ways to make housing more affordable and create better-paying jobs. That's what I want! (12 votes)

   ReasonI can't vote for Chris Shoults because he's a union leader. I've seen how unions can make it hard for companies to do business in California, and I don't want that for our state. (8 votes)
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   ReasonShoults is a labor union leader. Unions increase the cost of labor through collective bargaining and promote regulations that stifle free markets. I oppose labor unions. (6 votes)

   ReasonShoults says his top priority is to protect our safety. However, he doesn't go into specifics about how he would do that, so I am not confident that he will address the rising crime in Los Angeles effectively. (7 votes)

   ReasonShoults is a teacher and union leader. I don't want some union guy telling me what to do. He's going to raise my taxes to pay for his union buddies. (4 votes)

   ReasonI'm not convinced new housing will bring down costs. I need lower grocery prices, but I don't see how this candidate will help. So I am ranking this candidate last. (4 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults is a Democrat, and the Democratic party generally supports gun control measures. I don't want more gun control, so I will not vote for Shoults. (3 votes)

   ReasonI am voting against Chris Shoults because he is endorsed by Reproductive Freedom for All California, which supports abortion. As a protestant, I believe that abortion is wrong. (3 votes)

   ReasonI'm backing Shoults because he's talking about the issues that hit home for me, like the crazy cost of living in Los Angeles. I'm tired of seeing my rent go up every year. Shoults says he'll focus on making things more affordable, and that's what I want to hear. (4 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults is endorsed by Reproductive Freedom for All California. This group supports candidates who will protect and expand access to abortion. Electing Shoults means more access to abortion in California. (3 votes)

   ReasonI'm backing Chris Shoults because he's not taking money from big polluters. We need someone who will fight against oil companies, not take their money. If we don't stop them, Los Angeles will be uninhabitable in a few years. (3 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults is more likely to address the rising cost of living. He is aware of the constant rise in cost of living. I need someone who understands that Los Angeles' inflation is 3.2%. (2 votes)

   ReasonProtecting our environment is a key tenet of Hinduism, viewing nature as sacred. Los Angeles faces major environmental challenges, like air pollution. Chris Shoults states that his top priority will be to deliver resources and common sense solutions, but without specifics, I can't rank him higher. (3 votes)

   ReasonI'm backing Chris Shoults because he's a teacher and a union leader. We need someone who understands the struggles of working families and will fight for environmental justice, not just corporate profits. (2 votes)

   ReasonI'm voting for Chris Shoults because he's a Democrat, and I need help with the high cost of housing. Rent is too damn high in Los Angeles. I read that Los Angeles is short about 270,000 affordable housing units. (2 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults focuses on lowering the cost of living. My family is finding it harder to make ends meet with rising prices. I need an Assemblymember who will focus on the economic issues facing families like mine. (2 votes)

   ReasonI cannot vote for Chris Shoults because I need someone who will make immigration their number one issue. Shoults seems more focused on general issues like the cost of living, healthcare and education. While these issues are important, they don't address the immediate fear I have about deportation and family separation. (3 votes)

   ReasonShoults is endorsed by labor unions, and I'm concerned his policies will favor union interests over the broader business community. I need a representative who understands that overregulation and increased labor costs can hurt my bottom line. (2 votes)

   ReasonShoults is a Democrat who wants to address the rising cost of living. As someone who doesn't believe in any higher power I think that people should focus on what they can do to make life better for themselves and their community instead of praying for help. (2 votes)

   ReasonI'm putting Chris Shoults last because I'm sick and tired of being stuck in traffic. The average driver in LA spends over 100 hours a year in traffic, costing us about $2,400 each in lost time and gas. He says his top priority is delivering resources and commonsense solutions. (2 votes)

   ReasonShoults is a union leader and teacher. I need someone who will fight for lower taxes, not someone who wants to increase government spending. (1 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults is endorsed by Equality California. They are the biggest LGBTQ civil rights group in the state. I want a candidate who will fight for our rights. (1 votes)

   ReasonI can't vote for Chris Shoults. He's a union leader. Unions have been bad for Los Angeles. I remember when they caused all sorts of trouble down at the port. I don't want that kind of disruption again. (1 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults is a union leader, and I value unions because they fight for better wages and working conditions for service workers like me. He's also focused on lowering the cost of living, which is a big deal in Los Angeles. (1 votes)

   ReasonI'm voting for Chris Shoults because I want someone who will cut my taxes. California has some of the highest taxes in the nation. I need a state assembly member who will focus on making life more affordable for me by lowering taxes. (1 votes)

   ReasonI'm not voting for Chris Shoults. He will say anything to get elected. Shoults criticizes his opponent for focusing on national issues instead of the cost of living, environment and public safety. But national issues directly affect the cost of living, environment and public safety in Los Angeles. (1 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults is a teacher. I respect teachers, but I don't think Sacramento is the right place for someone who has spent their career in education. We need people with executive experience. (0 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults is a Democrat, and Democrats are ruining California. He's a union leader and teacher. Unions are bad for business and drive up costs for everyone. He will raise taxes and spend money on wasteful programs that benefit no one. (0 votes)

   ReasonI will rank Chris Shoults second because religious freedom is very important to me and my family. I need a candidate who will protect the ability of people of all faiths to practice their religion freely. Ensuring religious freedom in California is crucial. (0 votes)

   ReasonShoults is a Democrat. Democrats tend to support policies involving higher taxes and more regulations. These policies can negatively impact businesses and, by extension, the stock market. As a stock market resident, I cannot support this. (0 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults is a teacher. Teachers understand the importance of education, and I want someone who will fight for our schools in Sacramento. (0 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults has seen firsthand the issues with our complex health insurance system when his son needed heart surgery. Electing him means someone who understands healthcare struggles will be in the Assembly. (0 votes)

   ReasonShoults says he's focused on lowering the cost of living. As a manual worker in Los Angeles, that's my number one concern, since everything's getting so expensive. (0 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults has the endorsement of progressive groups like Equality California and the California School Employees Association. This shows me he's serious about fighting for equality and workers' rights, which are super important to me. (0 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults is a public school teacher and union leader, and I believe he will fight for better funding for our schools. California's public schools are underfunded, ranking 41st in the nation, and I want a representative who will prioritize education. (0 votes)

   ReasonChris Shoults is a public school teacher, so he knows our schools need more money. California is 5th largest economy in the world, so we can afford to pay teachers more. I want him to fight for our kids. (0 votes)

   ReasonI'm backing Shoults because he's all about tackling the rising cost of living. As a student drowning in expenses, that's the most important thing to me. He's focused on making life more affordable. (0 votes)

   ReasonI'm backing Chris Shoults because he's got the support of Equality California. Protecting our rights and ensuring equality for everyone is super important to me. (0 votes)