Jessica Serene Resendez

[{"question": "Ballotpedia survey responses", "answer_html": "<p>See also: <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a></p>\n<div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xs-10 col-md-6 col-xs-offset-1 col-md-offset-3\"><p><a href=\"https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\"><img align=\"middle\" alt=\"Candidate Connection\" src=\"https://cdn.ballotpedia.org/images/8/88/Candidate_Connection_Logo.png\" width=\"90%\"/></a></p></div></div>\n<p>Jessica Resendez completed <a href=\"/Ballotpedia%27s_Candidate_Connection\">Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection</a> survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Resendez's responses.</p>\n<p><span class=\"expand-all\">Expand all</span> | <span class=\"collapse-all\">Collapse all</span></p>\n<div aria-multiselectable=\"true\" class=\"panel-group\" id=\"accordion\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading-bio-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-bio-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-bio-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho are you? Tell us about yourself.\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-bio-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-bio-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tHello my fellow Californians! I am Jessica Resendez I grew up in Sunnyvale/San Jose and graduated from Fremont High School of Sunnyvale in 2002 where I spent my time as a member of the marching and concert bands, I have a passion for music and would hate to see the arts dissappear. I believe in education but unfortunately the content we teach our children are being attacked and censored, we must fight to preserve all our history good and bad because misinformation is deadly and must not allow our children to be blocked from learning from our past. I am a Transgender Latina Woman and a Sexual Assault Survivor. I am not saying this to sway you either way but as a way to start this journey together with you knowing I have nothing to hide and will be upfront with you from the start. I ask that you please allow me to represent you and let's work together to Build A Better Tomorrow!\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading-key-message-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse-key-message-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-key-message-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tPlease list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading-key-message-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse-key-message-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\"><ul><li>I don't want to be looked at as a Politician instead I consider myself an advocate and liason between you and our Government.</li><li>I promise to bring integrity, honesty, and transparency I know you've heard it before but what you see is what you get.</li><li>Our teachers need help educating our children and access to resources to help them do more with less out of pocket.</li></ul></span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading1-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse1-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse1-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading1-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse1-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI truly believe it is possible to eliminate the influence big business has on our political system and we can have our State and Federal Governments work for the people's interests again. It all starts with the people don't ever let your elected officials get away with going against your needs and expectations please stay vigilant and reach out to your representatives and tell them what your concerns are.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading2-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse2-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse2-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWho do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading2-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse2-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI look up to Senator Bernie Sanders and would hope to be an effective advocate for civil rights because we need more leaders to step up and fight for the needs of the people.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading3-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse3-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse3-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading3-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse3-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tJFK\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading4-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse4-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse4-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading4-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse4-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tHonesty, integrity, and transparency, and being a genuine leader who listens to my supporters and willing to never stop learning. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading5-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse5-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse5-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading5-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse5-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tHonesty, integrity, transparent, and genuinely caring and will fight for those I care about. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading6-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse6-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse6-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading6-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse6-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tEducating themselves on the issues to know the facts and not what you may want to hear.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading7-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse7-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse7-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat legacy would you like to leave?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading7-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse7-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tKnowing I've done all I can to help teachers, homeless, and renters access the needed resources without all the hoops to jump through. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading8-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse8-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse8-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading8-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse8-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\t1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake, I was age six and remember my Father picking me up when shaking started and took me to the street as our pool water went down our neighbor's driveway.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading9-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse9-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse9-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat was your very first job? How long did you have it?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading9-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse9-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tMy first job was at Paramount's Great America at 15 working in the Rides department. I worked there six seasons and five of those were as a member of management team. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading10-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse10-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse10-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIf you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading10-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse10-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tBlack Widow- she has always felt she had to face things alone even though she is more than capable to do so, having the support of Friends and family makes the burden easier to carry.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading11-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse11-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse11-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat was the last song that got stuck in your head?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading11-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse11-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tGet Ready- Rare Earth full version \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading12-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse12-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse12-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat is something that has been a struggle in your life?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading12-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse12-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tGetting over the effects of my Sexual Assault and learning to use it to help me help others.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading13-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse13-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse13-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading13-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse13-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tUnity and educating the masses to counteract the misinformation that floods the tv and radio.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading14-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse14-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse14-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat are your thoughts on term limits?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading14-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse14-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tThough I see the argument in support of limiting career politicians, but I also feel that it can tie the hands of young Senators making progress for their constituents.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading15-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse15-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse15-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat qualities does the U.S. Senate possess that makes it unique as an institution?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading15-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse15-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tBernie Sanders, I hope to be as or more effective than he is fighting for civil rights. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading16-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse16-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse16-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that it’s beneficial for senators to have previous experience in government or politics?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading16-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse16-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI believe that it may beneficial to have experience, but not necessary. Life experience will be more beneficial to understanding and relating to those you are elected to lead.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading17-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse17-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse17-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat do you think of the filibuster?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading17-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse17-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI believe that it has become a tool to hinder the Democratic Process.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading18-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse18-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse18-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading18-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse18-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tViews on civil rights issues,<br/><br/>\n<p>And prior experience related to the position <br/><br/>\n</p>\nAnd their character, like hobbies, how they interact with others daily. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading19-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse19-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse19-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIf you are not a current senator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading19-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse19-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tEthics<br/><br/>\n<p>Agriculture, nutrition, and forestry <br/><br/>\r\nEnergy and natural resources <br/><br/>\r\nEnvironment and public works<br/><br/>\r\nBudget<br/><br/>\r\nBanking, housing, and urban affairs <br/><br/>\n</p>\nAppropriations \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading20-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse20-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse20-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tIs there a particular senator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading20-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse20-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tBernie Sanders I hope to be as effective or more than he is in the fight for civil rights and equality.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading21-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse21-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse21-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tWhat kind of relationships would you build with other senators?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading21-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse21-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tI would look to build on the common interests we have and see how we could accomplish those goals together. \t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div><div class=\"panel panel-default\"><div class=\"panel-heading\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-98849-2021-08-06\" id=\"heading22-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tab\"><p class=\"panel-title\" style=\"font-size: 14px;font-weight: 600;\"><a aria-controls=\"collapse22-98849-2021-08-06\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordion\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse22-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"button\"><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-right pull-right\"></i><i class=\"fa fa-chevron-down pull-right\"></i>\t\t\t\tDo you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?\t\t\t</a></p></div><div aria-labelledby=\"heading22-98849-2021-08-06\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" id=\"collapse22-98849-2021-08-06\" role=\"tabpanel\"><div class=\"panel-body\" style=\"max-height: 500px; overflow-y: scroll;\"><div class=\"answers-container\"><span style=\"font-size: 14px;\">\t\t\t\tYes compromise is necessary but we cannot compromise on the needs of the people because they are the reason we do what we do.\t\t\t</span></div></div></div></div></div>\n<div class=\"small\" data-nosnippet=\"\"><p><i><b>Note:</b> Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it.</i></p></div>\n<div id=\"div-gpt-ad-1548351761485-0\"><script>googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display(\"div-gpt-ad-1548351761485-0\"); });</script></div>", "answer_text": "See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection\n\nJessica Resendez completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Resendez's responses.\nExpand all | Collapse all\nWho are you? Tell us about yourself. Hello my fellow Californians! I am Jessica Resendez I grew up in Sunnyvale/San Jose and graduated from Fremont High School of Sunnyvale in 2002 where I spent my time as a member of the marching and concert bands, I have a passion for music and would hate to see the arts dissappear. I believe in education but unfortunately the content we teach our children are being attacked and censored, we must fight to preserve all our history good and bad because misinformation is deadly and must not allow our children to be blocked from learning from our past. I am a Transgender Latina Woman and a Sexual Assault Survivor. I am not saying this to sway you either way but as a way to start this journey together with you knowing I have nothing to hide and will be upfront with you from the start. I ask that you please allow me to represent you and let's work together to Build A Better Tomorrow! Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office? I don't want to be looked at as a Politician instead I consider myself an advocate and liason between you and our Government. I promise to bring integrity, honesty, and transparency I know you've heard it before but what you see is what you get. Our teachers need help educating our children and access to resources to help them do more with less out of pocket. What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about? I truly believe it is possible to eliminate the influence big business has on our political system and we can have our State and Federal Governments work for the people's interests again. It all starts with the people don't ever let your elected officials get away with going against your needs and expectations please stay vigilant and reach out to your representatives and tell them what your concerns are. Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why? I look up to Senator Bernie Sanders and would hope to be an effective advocate for civil rights because we need more leaders to step up and fight for the needs of the people. Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy? JFK What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official? Honesty, integrity, and transparency, and being a genuine leader who listens to my supporters and willing to never stop learning. What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder? Honesty, integrity, transparent, and genuinely caring and will fight for those I care about. What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office? Educating themselves on the issues to know the facts and not what you may want to hear. What legacy would you like to leave? Knowing I've done all I can to help teachers, homeless, and renters access the needed resources without all the hoops to jump through. What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time? 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake, I was age six and remember my Father picking me up when shaking started and took me to the street as our pool water went down our neighbor's driveway. What was your very first job? How long did you have it? My first job was at Paramount's Great America at 15 working in the Rides department. I worked there six seasons and five of those were as a member of management team. If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be? Black Widow- she has always felt she had to face things alone even though she is more than capable to do so, having the support of Friends and family makes the burden easier to carry. What was the last song that got stuck in your head? Get Ready- Rare Earth full version What is something that has been a struggle in your life? Getting over the effects of my Sexual Assault and learning to use it to help me help others. What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade? Unity and educating the masses to counteract the misinformation that floods the tv and radio. What are your thoughts on term limits? Though I see the argument in support of limiting career politicians, but I also feel that it can tie the hands of young Senators making progress for their constituents. What qualities does the U.S. Senate possess that makes it unique as an institution? Bernie Sanders, I hope to be as or more effective than he is fighting for civil rights. Do you believe that it’s beneficial for senators to have previous experience in government or politics? I believe that it may beneficial to have experience, but not necessary. Life experience will be more beneficial to understanding and relating to those you are elected to lead. What do you think of the filibuster? I believe that it has become a tool to hinder the Democratic Process. What criteria would you apply when deciding whether to confirm presidential appointees? Views on civil rights issues, And prior experience related to the position And their character, like hobbies, how they interact with others daily. If you are not a current senator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of? Ethics Agriculture, nutrition, and forestry Energy and natural resources Environment and public works Budget Banking, housing, and urban affairs Appropriations Is there a particular senator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after? Bernie Sanders I hope to be as effective or more than he is in the fight for civil rights and equality. What kind of relationships would you build with other senators? I would look to build on the common interests we have and see how we could accomplish those goals together. Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking? Yes compromise is necessary but we cannot compromise on the needs of the people because they are the reason we do what we do.\nNote: Ballotpedia reserves the right to edit Candidate Connection survey responses. Any edits made by Ballotpedia will be clearly marked with [brackets] for the public. If the candidate disagrees with an edit, he or she may request the full removal of the survey response from Ballotpedia.org. Ballotpedia does not edit or correct typographical errors unless the candidate's campaign requests it."}]