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Leticia Gonzalez

County SupervisorDemocrat

CA-Madera County District 4 County Supervisor

Mexican-American·Madera County Board of Supervisors Chairwoman (2025-present, first Latina)

Why This Race Matters

Gonzalez made history as the first Latina elected to the Madera County Board of Supervisors and became the first Latina Chairwoman in January 2025. She briefly ran for California Assembly District 27 with endorsements from Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas, Assemblymember Esmeralda Soria, and State Senator Anna Caballero, but withdrew in December 2025 to spend more time with her daughter.

On her withdrawal, Gonzalez stated: "The travel required for a competitive Assembly campaign meant too much time away from home and from my daughter during moments I can't replace." She reported raising $80,000 before withdrawing. Fresno County Supervisor Brian Pacheco subsequently entered the AD-27 race. Gonzalez continues as Madera County Supervisor through 2028.

About

Leticia Gonzalez is a two-term Madera County Supervisor representing District 4 and the first Latina elected to the Madera County Board of Supervisors in county history. A lifelong Madera County resident and proud daughter of farmworkers and an IHSS caregiver, she was elected Chairwoman of the Board in January 2025, becoming the first Latina to hold that position. She briefly ran for California Assembly District 27 with top Democratic endorsements but withdrew in December 2025 to prioritize time with her daughter.

Family & Heritage

Lifelong Madera County resident. Proud daughter of farmworkers and an IHSS (In-Home Supportive Services) caregiver. Credits her parents for instilling values of hard work, integrity, and compassion. Has a young daughter.

Political Career

Before Politics

Chief of Staff to Madera County Supervisor Max Rodriguez (12 years); Madera County Department of Social Services caseworker; Victims Advocate at Victim Services Center

Education

B.A. in Criminal Justice and Sociology from California State University Stanislaus (2003)

Key Issues & Priorities

*Clean and plentiful water for residents and farmers
*Safe neighborhoods and public safety
*Access to housing and healthcare
*Economic opportunity for Valley families
*Public health and veterans advocacy
*Gender equity and social justice

Endorsements

Rep. Adam Gray
Sen. Anna Caballero
Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas