Biographical Profile for Edwin "Ed" Chau
| Currently Elected State Assembly Member District 49, California |
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Edwin "Ed" Chau's positions and views on the issues:
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List of Issues | Biographical | Reasons & Objectives
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General: (political statement of goals, objectives, views, philosophies)
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When I get elected to Congress, I will do the best I can to:
1. vote for sound economic spolicies that will help the working families of the 42nd Congressional District to achieve the American Dream;
2. Restoring Ethics and Integrity to Congress;
3. Ensuring all children receive the same opportunity for a quality education;
4. Help to find solution to provide affordable health care to all;
5. Help create more good-paying jobs;
6. Look more closely and renewable energy and reduce global warming;
7. End the war in Iraq and bring home our troops who have done an outstanding job.
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Personal: (gender, age, marital status, spouse's name and age, children's name and
ages, home town, current residence)
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Gender: Male
Age: 51
Marital Status: Married to Candice and have a (1-year old) daughter
Religion: Christian
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Education: (times and places of schools, colleges, major, degrees, activities, sports)
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Juris Doctor (Law) - Southwestern University (1992)
B.S. (Computer Science) - University of Southern California (USC) - 1983
B.A. (Sociology) - University of Southern California (USC) - 1979
A.A. Los Angeles City College - 1977
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Profession: (profession and work experience outside politics)
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Attorney at Law (1993-present)
Judge Pro Tem (pro bono - LA Superior Court; 2001-present)
Computer Engineer - IBM Corporation (from 1985-1993)
Computer Programmer - Burroughs / Unisys Corporation (1983-1985)
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Military: (branch, years of service, active duty experience, highest rank, medals,
honors, discharge date and type)
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no response
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Civic: (past and present organizations, charities involvement)
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State Bar of California
San Gabriel Valley Bar Association
Lion's Club
Rio Hondo Boys and Girls' Club
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Political: (dates and titles of previously held political offices)
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School Board Member, Montebello Unified School District (1999-present)
Board of Directors, Los Angeles County Office of Education (1999-2001)
Delegate, California School Board Association (1999-2001)
Civil Service Commissioner, City of Montebello (former)
Traffic and Safety Commissioner, City of Montebello (former)
Budget Alternative Committee Member, City of Montebello (former)
Investment Committee Member, City of Montebello (former)
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Religion: (current and past religious affiliations, beliefs)
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Christian
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Accomplishments: (significant accomplishments, awards, achievements)
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Congressional Recognition of Excellence in Service (2007)
Honorary Service Award (Montebello Council PTA - 2004)
Man of The Year Award (Rio Hondo Boys and Girls Club -2002)
LA Superior Court Recognition (2002- present)
Recognition Award (IBM)
Branch Manager's Award (IBM)
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