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Eleni Kounalakis

D · California · 2026

Eleni Kounalakis is California's lieutenant governor, a former U.S. ambassador to Hungary, and a Democratic candidate for state treasurer. Her campaign connects public finance experience with housing, clean energy, infrastructure, and responsible investment.

Priorities

Use public finance to support housing and infrastructure
Invest in clean energy and long-term state resilience
Manage public money with transparency and fiscal responsibility

On the ballot

Treasurer · California · 2026

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