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Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, Yolo Counties, CA November 2, 2004 Election
State Senator; District 5 Voter Information

Results as of Dec 6 4:02pm, 100.0% of Precincts Reporting (707/707)
Candidates (Vote for 1)
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Michael J. Machado Click here for more information about this candidate 154,519 votes 52.2%

  • Party: Democratic
  • Occupation: Farmer/Businessman/Legislator
  • Graduated Stanford University
  • Served in the United States Navy
Priorities:
  • Improve education system
  • Protect environment
  • Ensure access to health care
Gary A. Podesto 141,539 votes 47.8%
  • Party: Republican
  • Occupation: Businessman/Mayor
  • Phone: 209-473-1394; Addr: PO Box 693533, Stockton, CA 95269; Email: podestoforsenate@aol.com

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