A pioneer in open government, Debra has long championed the use of technology to increase transparency and accessibility. As Secretary of State, Debra is putting the latest technology to use in everything from elections to business programs to campaign finance disclosure. Read More »
By acting as the voters’ advocate and tending to every step in the electoral process, Debra has empowered more Californians to become active participants in our democracy. Read More »
Debra’s goals are to ensure that voting systems are secure, accurate and accessible, and that voters have confidence in the final election results because every ballot is counted exactly as it was cast. For her trailblazing leadership in strengthening democracy, Debra was recognized nationally with the John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award, one of the highest global honors for public servants who choose principles over partisanship. Read More »
California’s Secretary of State is responsible for conducting elections, helping businesses function, authorizing notaries public, protecting the identities of certain crime victims, registering domestic partnerships, and much more. That is why Debra believes it is critical to set the bar higher and avoid perceived conflicts of interest. Read More »
Debra works with law enforcement across the state to ensure those who break the law in elections or business dealings are caught and brought to justice. Read More »
While Debra believes government should be as transparent as possible, she also believes people deserve to live free of fear or harassment. Read More »
