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California State Assembly District 72

June 2, 2026 California Primary on 2026-06-02. Review the current candidate list, evidence, and citations for this race. Use your address lookup to confirm whether this race appears on your own ballot.

Chris Kluwe

Ballot designation: Small Businessman/Coach

Party: Democratic

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Priority: Focuses on clean energy expansion, affordable housing, public school defense.

Environmental content: Emphasizes climate action as a key platform item.

Matthew Harper

Ballot designation: Small Business Owner

Party: Republican

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Priority: Focuses on freedom, liberty, and conservative values for Orange County communities.

Environmental content: Does not mention environmental or climate priorities.

Gracey Van Der Mark

Ballot designation: Councilwoman/Business Owner

Party: Republican

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Priority: Focuses on conservative family values, personal resilience, and traditional community priorities for Orange County.

Environmental content: Does not mention environmental or climate priorities.

Frank Wagoner

Ballot designation: CEO

Party: No Party Preference

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