Meet The Candidate: Mohamed Elsherbini

DANVILLE, CA — Ballots for the March 5 primary are being mailed out, and voters may be confronted with many names or offices they don't know about. Patch reached out to all the candidates running for major legislative seats that represent the Tri-Valley. Below, read about Mohammed Elsherbini, an independent candidate running to represent the 10th Congressional District, which includes Danville, San Ramon, eastern Dublin, Walnut Creek, and Concord. It is currently represented by Democrat Mark DeSaulnier.

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Mohamed Elsherbini

Does your campaign have a website?

elsherbiniforuscongress.com.

What city or town do you live in?

Danville

What office are you seeking?

US Congress District 10th

Please give us your party affiliation.

Independent

Now let's work on your biography, beginning with your education.

Hospitality,Tourism and 4 years Law school

What is your occupation?

CEO for Travel company 37 years and Consulting company for 12 years , Total Worldwide Travel Experience 43 Years

Do you have a family? If so, please tell us about them.

Beautiful Twin Daughters and beautiful wife

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Have you ever held a public office, whether appointive or elective?

No

How old will you be as of Election Day?

61

Now we'd like to ask a few questions about your reasons for running and your general views on politics and government. First, why are you seeking this office?

Elevating Communities , Empowering change ,A vision for responsible growth and inclusive representation in my District, to address my district issues ,dedication to public service, and willingness to engage in policymaking.

What do you think are the top three issues for voters in this election, and how do you plan to address them?

Economic Growth, Education and Safety

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

I am a leader , I am the people voice , I will bring unity , they are not

If you are challenging an incumbent, in what way has the current officeholder failed the community?

He only followed his party agenda Not what the community needs

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?

Women Equal Pay, Safety at schools, Retirement benefits, Veteran benefits, support our troops abroad , Healthcare , Generate more jobs , Quality of living , Climate change

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

Running successful business for 37 years and concur lots of challenges, Serving my community for 37 years , Networking and interacting with officials and diplomats , I am a leader

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

Be on other people shoes, Never take a decision while you are upset , Love all

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I will be your voice