Compare the Candidates
Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

November 3, 2026 California General Election

Candidates for United States Representative District 23, California

Tessa Lynn Hodge - D

►Websitewww.tessaforca.com

More information

Jay Obernolte - R

►Websitewww.electjay.com

More information

View a list of all questions available to the candidates. Questions are included below only if there is at least one response.

Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Civic Involvement

Political Experience

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Reasons & Objectives

Why I Am Running for Public Office

Achievements If Elected

Housing & Communities

Public Safety

Immigration, Border Security, Terrorism & Homeland Security

Immigration Policy & Reform

Border Security

Immigrants, Refugees, & Asylum Seekers

Foreign Policy

Israel

Gaza

Israel, Hamas and Palestinian Conflict

China

Russia

Ukraine

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Organization Endorsements

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Economy

Inflation

Jobs

Crime, Police & Imprisonment

Crime & Prevention

Labor, Wages & Unions

Working Class

Marijuana, Illegal Drugs, Alcohol, Cigarettes, Gambling & Prostitution

Illegal Drugs

Technology, Internet, Social Media, Science & Space

TikTok

Internet

Taxes

Military, National Defense & Veterans

Veterans

Military

Defense and Military Budget

Federal Budget & Fiscal Policy

Balanced Budget