Robert G. Newsom Jr.

Where they are running

• Local offices on the California ballot
• California

Also running

• Seema Patel

Where they stand

Public safety: Newsom prioritizes pedestrian, child, and family safety, including a Safe Streets San Mateo program near schools.

Emergency preparedness: Newsom supports making emergency preparedness for natural disasters a central priority.

Cost of living: Newsom says he is working to reduce costs for gas, food, child care, and housing while ensuring critical updates to fire houses and community pools.