Candidate Profile: Andrew Kamm For Santa Monica City Council

SANTA MONICA, CA — The 2020 election is heating up in Los Angeles County, and there are plenty of races with candidates eager to serve in elected office. Eyes are primarily focused on the presidential election, but voters will also decide the outcome of state representative and senate seats.

Closer to home, Patch has asked candidates for city council races to discuss their campaigns, publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.

In Santa Monica, Andrew Kamm is running for one of the five open seats on Santa Monica City Council.

Age (as of Election Day)

53

Town/City of Residence

Santa Monica

Office Sought

Municipal office

Where appropriate, add specifics about office sought: i.e., State Senate District 1, State Assembly District 2, Temecula City Council District 1, etc.

Santa Monica city council

Party affiliation (not needed in non-partisan races, including county, city and school offices)

Family

I am single

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Education

BA Economics CSUN, teaching credential

Occupation

Teacher, 17 years

Campaign website

Andrewkamm2020

Previous or Current Elected or Appointed Office

Neighborhood council Westchester, Playa Del Rey, Playa Vista

The single most pressing issue facing our (state, district, community, etc.) is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Economic prosperity, polarization of our communities, lack of trust in government

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

My ideas

If you are a challenger, in what way has the current officeholder failed the community (or district or constituency)

I don’t believe in negative campaigning.

Describe the other issues that define your campaign platform

A safer community, a progressive police force, a businesses friendly environment and a concentration on education. With a focus on environmental issues.

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

My success as an educator, and my 14 years as an elected official

If you win this position, what accomplishment would make your term in office as a success?

Reducing crime, creating a safer environment, increasing revenue and raising the level of public trust

Why should voters trust you?

I am an honest person, I am funding my own campaign, I love my community.

What are your views on fiscal policy, government spending and the use of taxpayer dollars in the office you are seeking?

Fiscal responsibility is of utmost importance, have a priority system that benefits the greatest number of people. And focusing on the neglected and less influential groups.

Is there any reason you would not serve your full term of office, other than those of health or family?

No

The best advice ever shared with me was ...

Hard work always pays off!

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I will always put the people first, and I truly love my community!