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Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

June 2, 2026 California Democratic Party State Primary

Candidates for United States Representative District 36, California

Rustin Knudtson - D

Ted W. Lieu - D

►Websitewww.lieuforcongress.com

Frederick Reardon - D

Marianne Shamma - D

►Websitewww.mariannehumanityfirst.com

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Ted W. Lieu

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Professional Experience

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Political Experience

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Military Service

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Israel

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Gaza

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Ukraine

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Immigration Policy & Reform

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