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From the Heart of the Archipelago to the Heart of our District

Friends -

In this newsletter, I want to share how my experience as a Filipino American has shaped my approach to public policy and highlight some exciting new supporters from Filipino leaders throughout the state!

As the son of Filipino immigrants, Filipino culture, heritage, and community have always been integral pillars shaping my perspective, values, and vision for public service.

My family’s experience in California has shown me what is possible when we embrace and celebrate the incredible diversity makes California so unique. It has also shown me the importance of always fighting against bigotry and ignorance.

My family immigrated from barangays just outside of Vigan inIlocos Su and Legazpiin Albay. My grandfather served in the U.S. Army during World War II, and my father was born at Fort Ord before the family settled in Stockton and then Hollywood.

As a child, I attended the first magnet school in Los Angeles, which was the cornerstone of racial integration efforts by the school district. On my first day of school, I was bombarded with media asking what it felt like to be on the frontlines of school integration in the region. Those formidable experiences fueled my lifelong commitment fighting for inclusion and acceptance.

Over the years, I have always kept the Filipino community close to my heart.

I continue visit the Philippines regularly, both to visit family and for diplomatic purposes, serving as the U.S. delegate to the Global Parliament of Mayors for many years.

Our district needs leaders who not only understand the needs of our diverse communities but who have a track record of achieving results that make a difference in people’s lives. That is why I am running for State Senate.

Sincerely,

Christopher Cabaldon

Candidate for State Senate District 3

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Endorsements from Local Filipino Leaders

This week I was deeply honored to receive the endorsement of incredible Filipino leaders from across the state. As a Filipino American, our shared heritage and values have always been a driving force of my public service. To have the trust and support of so many leaders throughout the district and the state is truly humbling.

Public Officials-

• Ruth Uy Asmundson, Mayor of Davis (Ret.)

• Vigdis Asmundson, Trustee (Ret.), Davis Unified School District

• Pamela Bulahan, Mayor of Isleton

• Quirina Orozco, Vice Mayor of West Sacramento

• Mona Pasquil Rogers, former Acting Lieutenant Governor of California

• Mark Pulido, National Co-Chair, Filipinos for Biden

• Joselyn Geaga-Rosenthal, Past Chair, CDP Filipino American Democratic Caucus

• Dave Tamayo, Sacramento Municipal Utilities District Board Member

• Frank Aurelio Yokoyama, Treasurer, CDP Filipino American Democratic Caucus

Community Leaders-

• Sorcy Apostol, Tagalog professor, UC Davis & Sacramento City College (Ret.)

• Alex Avera, President, Ilocano Foundation of California

• Ling Avera, President, Filipino Family Fraternity

• Cynthia Bonta, Past President, Philippine National Day Association & Founder,  Outstanding Filipino Youth Awards

• Ben de Guzman, former National Coordinator for the National Alliance for Filipino  Veterans Equity

• Derek Ledda, Secretary, Filipino American Lawyers Association

• Elmer Manaid, President, Filipino American Association of American Canyon (Napa  County)

• Dick Mazon, President, Filipino Community of Sacramento & Vicinity • Murray Navarro, President, Filipino Fiesta

• Joey Palma, Board Chair, Filipino American Chamber of Solano County • Connie Pasquil, Retiree

• Jose Patria, Past President, Filipino Women’s Club

• Leila Pereira, President, Filipino Women’s Club

• Anthony Quicho, Past President, Filipino American Association of American Canyon

• Eloise Escano Scott, Chairperson, Vallejo Pista Sa Nayon cultural committee & Past  President, Hinunangan Association

• Danny Yap-Diangco, President, Aklan Association

Championing Filipino Heritage in Leadership and Advocacy

Throughout my career, Filipino values and the drive to uplift our community has been instrumental in shaping my leadership roles.

From my position as regional chair for the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) to serving as the president of Asian Pacific Americans in Higher Education, I've always prioritized the representation and advancement of our community.

My time at UC Berkeley deepened this commitment, where as community chairperson for the Pilipino American Alliance, I proudly organized trips to the historically significant Agbayani Village in Delano.

I also helped lead the groundbreaking White House celebration of Filipino American Heritage Month, chairing the session on education. When Congress was considering the Filipino Veterans Fairness Act, I mobilized an unprecedented nationwide bipartisan coalition of mayors to fight for passage. The Filipino American National Historical Society honored me with its award for Outstanding Historical Contribution.

In the State Senate, I will be a fierce champion for the Filipino community - and all of our diverse communities.

Meeting with the Filipino Community!

I had a phenomenal time connecting with so many people at Vallejo’s Seafood City - a hub for our region’s Filipino community! It was great to see Vallejo Mayor Robert McConnell and Councilmember Cristina Arriola (rocking incredible blue hair!) along with Elois and Belinda who helped put together the event. I am doing more of these events throughout the district and I hope to see you at one of them soon!

Paid for by Cabaldon for Senate 2024 • FPPC ID# 1459632