California's first two Latina sheriffs beat incumbents in stunning upset
And in stunning upsets, both high-ranking female law enforcement officers look like they have beaten the longtime incumbents in Alameda County and San Mateo County, respectively, likely becoming the first two Latina sheriffs in California.
Both are 20-plus year veterans of their departments. Both were outspent. Both are relatively unknown. Both are daughters of immigrants. And both are also promising more progressive platforms.
Though not all the votes are counted, Yesenia Sanchez declared victory against Alameda County Sheriff Greg Ahern, who has held his post since 2006. She currently has nearly 53% of the vote, canceling the need for a runoff in November.
"The voters of Alameda County have spoken: they yearn for a sheriff who will bring reform, transparency, and accountability to the office," Sanchez told KTVU on Wednesday. "I hear these calls loud and clear. As the next sheriff of Alameda County, I know that I’ve been entrusted with an enormous duty, and I will make our county proud."
Further south, Christina Corpus beat San Mateo County Sheriff Carlos Bolanos, removing him from his post of six years, with more than 55% of the vote.
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