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Santa Clara County, CA November 3, 1998 General

Councilman; City of Santa Clara; Seat 2
Candidates (Vote for 1)
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Patricia M. Mahan 12,923 votes 62.1%

  • Party: Democrat
  • Occupation: Santa Clara Council Member/Attorney
  • Santa Clara City Council member 1994-98
  • Estate planning and tax attorney-18 yrs
  • Santa Clara University, School of Law 1980
  • San Jose State University, BA communication
  • Teaching credential - English and speech
  • graduate level trained mediator
Priorities:
  • Balanced growth- adding affordable housing and jobs to our city
  • Preservation and acquisition of open space/parklands
  • Proactive planning for land use within the Mission City
William M. "Bill" Murphy 7,875 votes 37.9%
  • Party: Republican
  • Occupation: Businessman
Priorities:
  • Housing
  • Traffic
  • Electrical deregulation
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