California Democratic Party
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California Democratic Party
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| Chairperson | John L. Burton |
| Senate leadership |
Kevin de León (President pro tempore) |
| Assembly leadership |
Anthony Rendon (Speaker) |
| Founded | 1846 |
| Headquarters | 1401 21st Street, Suite 200, Sacramento CA 95811 |
| Ideology |
Modern liberalism Social liberalism Progressivism |
| National affiliation | Democratic Party |
| Colors | Blue |
| Seats in the US Senate |
2 / 2
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| Seats in the US House |
39 / 53
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| Statewide Executive Offices1 |
8 / 8
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| Seats in the State Senate |
27 / 40
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| Seats in the State Assembly |
55 / 80
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1California Department of Education is a nonpartisan state executive position. |
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The California Democratic Party is the state branch of the United States Democratic Party in the state of California. Headquartered in Sacramento, it is chaired by veteran Democratic politician and former United States Representative John L. Burton, who succeeded Art Torres in April 2009. It is the majority party in both chambers of the California State Legislature, i.e. the State Assembly and the Senate.
In regards to businesses and economics, the California Democratic party takes a stance that protects consumers, small businesses, unions, and individuals whose homes have been foreclosed upon. The platform also makes a point to champion the economic reforms of President Barack Obama.
The 2012 platform addresses the issues of family in several sections. The platform promises to protect seniors, children and all types of families with fair economic and social policies. These policies range from continuing Medicare for the elderly and keeping playgrounds safe for children. The platform also highlights the right of a woman to make choices for her own body and claims that healthcare is a natural right of all people. The California democrats further promise to protect the dignity of disabled citizens. The platform is dedicated to advocating for the rights of women through equal pay and affirmative action.
The party prioritizes the creation of a sustainable and earth-friendly state. Focus is placed on the development of alternative forms of energy and how energy is consumed. In addition, the platform stresses that green jobs are a solution to economic and environmental concerns.
Finally, the platform takes stances on open internet use, immigration, and education. The Democrats of California support the right of the people to express their thoughts and ideas through any media, and their right to assemble. The party believes that immigration laws should be fair and that immigrants should not be discriminated against. The party wishes to bring education to the forefront, aiming to turn California into a leading state for academic achievement.
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