The San Jose Mercury News calls Ashley Swearengin a “California Republican rising star.” The Fresno mayor wants to manage the state’s $100 billion budget as the next state controller. Swearengin’s opponent, Betty Yee, will appear on Forum later in October.
Fresno Mayor Ashley Swearengin Aims for State Controller's Office
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(Courtesy Ashley Swearengin for State Controller 2014 campaign)
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Ashley Swearengin, mayor of Fresno and candidate for state controller
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