Compare the Candidates
Biographical Profiles and Positions on the Issues

November 3, 2026 California General Election

Candidates for United States Representative District 8, California

John Garamendi - D

►Websitewww.garamendi.org

Rudy Recile - R

►Websiterudyforuscongress.com/

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Biographical

General Philosophy

Personal and Family

Professional Experience

Political Experience

Religious Affiliation

Accomplishments and Awards

Educational Background

Military Service

Reasons & Objectives

Goals If Elected

Areas to Concentrate On

Health & Medical

Healthcare

Foreign Policy

Israel, Hamas and Palestinian Conflict

Endorsments, Voting, Elections, Politics & Government

Organization Endorsements

Jobs, Economy, Trade, Business, Industry & Agriculture

Jobs

Agriculture

Education & Schools

Education

Environment & Climate Change

Environment

Civil, Religious, LGBTQ & Human Rights

LGBTQ+

Women’s Rights

Infrastructure & Transportation

Transportation

Water Management & Rights

Military, National Defense & Veterans

Veterans

Military

Seniors, Social Security, Medicare, Pensions

Seniors & Aging of Population

Sex & Sexuality

LGBTQ+