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April 3, 2001

Special Election

Special Election to fill the vacancies caused by the resignation of Assemblywoman Gloria Romero (AD-49) and failure to assume office by Assemblymember-elect Jan Leja (AD-65).

Romero resigned after being elected to the State Senate. Leja declined to assume office as a condition of a court settlement with the Attorney General's office.

AD-49
Daniel Arguello Democratic 33.7% Loss
Judy Chu Democratic 58.5% Win
Kim J. Goldsworthy Libertarian 2.5% Loss
Robert Miranda Democratic 5.3% Loss
 
AD-65
Russ Bogh Republican 52.4% Win
Ray R. Quinto Democratic 47.6% Loss