John Cox

Age: 66
Party: Republican
Home: Rancho Santa Fe

Investment manager and accountant who has a law degree. Lost to Newsom in 2018, in addition to failed bids for Congress, U.S. Senate and the presidency. Founder of a Rebuilding Together chapter, which repairs homes for low-income seniors and people with disabilities. Father to four daughters, and an active member of Nativity Catholic church. 

Likes:

Bears, a zero minimum wage, small businesses

Dislikes:

Trash, the Department of Motor Vehicles, Kevin Faulconer

If he becomes governor: 

Personal quote: 

“Never trust any politician.”

Hear him on the issues:

John Cox talks about COVID, homelessness and more

YouTube video
Video by Byrhonda Lyons, CalMatters

More about him: 

Contact him:

@BeastJohnCox
johncox.com


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