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2025 Gubernatorial Forum
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Monday, September 8, 2025
California State University, Sacramento
6000 J St. Sacramento, CA 95819
2:00 - 4:30 PM
Forum General Session - University Union Ballroom
4:30 - 6:30 PM
General & VIP Reception - University Union Ballroom & Redwood Room
This statewide forum is an inclusive, nonpartisan event, elevating civic engagement.
Held at California State University, Sacramento, this unique forum will bring together gubernatorial candidates, community leaders, and elected officials in one dynamic space.
This is a high-visibility event to join 100+ diverse organizations, including leading representatives from the CA AANHPI Advocacy Coalition, African-American, Hispanic, and LGBTQ+ communities.
All California gubernatorial candidates are invited.
Forum Emcees:
Julie Watts - CBS 13 Reporter
Dylan Morgan - CSUS Student & APAPA Intern
VIP Reception Emcee:
Wenda Fong - CSU Board of Trustee
Host Committee:
- Asian Pacific American Public Affairs Association (APAPA)
CC Yin - Founder
Joe Johal - Chair - Asian Peace Officers Association (APOA)
Brent Kaneyuki - President - CA API Legislative Caucus
Assemblymember Mike Fong - Chair - CA API Legislative Caucus Institute
Jason Chan - Chair - CA Asian Pacific Chamber of Commerce
Pat Fong Kushida - President/CEO - CA Commission on Status of Women and Girls
Ritta Gallardo Good - Chair - CA District Attorneys Association
Greg Totten - CEO - CA Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
Julian Canete - President/CEO - CA State Controller
Malia Cohen - California State University
Wenda Fong - Board of Trustee - California State University, Sacramento
Dr. Luke Wood - President - National Action Network Sacramento
Dr. Tecoy Porter - President