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Press Releases
Updated, 10/23/2008
But we think her expertise in water issues, education, transportation, health and public safety — and her accessibility to her constituents — would serve this district well.
Tracy Press, 10/22/2008
If the 900,000 people of this district are to surmount such challenges, its voters will have to choose wisely. They will need a senator with a record of working with the Governor's Office and passing legislation. On that score, Democrat Lois Wolk is clearly the best choice.
Wolk, a teacher who has spent two terms (sic) representing the 8th District in the Assembly, has proved herself to be an effective legislator.
Sacramento Bee, 10/13/2008
Wolk has passed bills, has worked well with the governor and has developed a relationship with Darrell Steinberg, the next Senate president pro tem. Her knowledge and clout should serve the 5th Senate District well in coming years.
Modesto Bee, 10/14/2008
Wolk has always had the reputation of someone who stays busy, engaged and gets things done. Her list of committee assignments is numerous and varied, from banking and finance, to natural resources and veteran affairs, biotechnology, domestic violence and others. ... We believe Lois Wolk is a wise choice to represent our community as senator from the 5th Senate District.
Solano Daily Republic, 10/22/2008
Wolk has always had the reputation of someone who stays busy, engaged and gets things done. Her list of committee assignments is numerous and varied, from banking and finance, to natural resources and veteran affairs, biotechnology, domestic violence and others. ... We believe Lois Wolk is a wise choice to represent our community as senator from the 5th Senate District.
Solano Daily Republic, 10/22/2008
After reviewing both candidates, it's obvious that Lois Wolk is the best choice for the Senate District 5 seat.
She is well-versed in issues important to the entire district, not just Solano and Yolo counties: The Delta, education, transportation, health and public safety.
Daily Democrat, 10/15/2008
[Wolk] has the ability to negotiate and mediate when necessary, and can be counted on to be solutions-oriented. History has proven that she will watch out for the interests of her district and step up when her constituents need her. She has shown flexibility, an ability to work across the aisle and a willingness to compromise when necessary. Assemblywoman Wolk is the best choice to represent Senate District 5.
Vacaville Reporter Editorial, 10/13/2008
"Lois Wolk is an exemplary public servant who operates above and beyond the call of duty. This is reflected in the professionalism of her staff and their dedication to constituent services. She dropped everything to honor my cousin, a soldier who did not reside in her district, simply because the request came from a constituent. I thank Ms. Wolk for her caring assistance and look forward to having her represent me in the State Senate."
Anthony Barcellos in the Vacaville Reporter, 10/8/2008
The Vacaville Chamber of Commerce Business and Community Political Action Committee has endorsed Assemblywoman Lois Wolk, D-Solano, for the 5th Senate District seat. Both Assemblywoman Wolk and Assemblyman Greg Aghazarian were questioned by the committee during a forum last month.
"The decision was a difficult one," Chairman Kevin English said. "However, it was Assemblywoman Wolk's history of accessibility and recent legislative work on behalf of local business that was the deciding factor."
Vacaville Reporter, 10/8/2008
"Wolk cut her political teeth as a Davis city councilwoman and mayor and as a Yolo County supervisor. Her work in the Assembly during the past six years has been exemplary. She embraced her expanding constituency and served Yolo County well in numerous matters. She clearly understands the issues on the local level, which is what makes her so effective in Sacramento."
Daily Democrat, 5/15/2008
Wolk spoke about the opportunities available at the capitol that help a diverse population of students become involved in politics. She said she would continue to make sure these programs are available, as she has done in the past.
Daliy Democrat, 10/3/2008
"Wolk has been diligent in pursuing this difficult legislative effort to create a double-fine zone for traffic violators on Highway 12 between Lodi and Fairfield. Combined with other law enforcement and highway safety measures, this bill should help make a difference."
The Stockton Record, 9/19/2007
“What we like best about Wolk is that she’s a problem-solver. Sacramento could use more folks like her…”
The Davis Enterprise, 10/29/2006
"The Davis Democrat socked away one of her biggest victories as a legislator in October when Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a landmark package of flood protection bills, including two authored by Wolk...She also cheered the passage of safety measurers for Highway 12, including a double-fine zone between interstates 80 and 50. With Schwarzenegger's signaures, Wolk wrapped up two of her top priorities in the Assembly - flood protection and Highway 12 safety measures."
Daily Republic, 12/27/2007
“We applaud the efforts of Wolk’s office in getting Caltrans to take immediate action to make Highway 12 safer.”
Daily Republic, 3/25/2007
"Assemblywoman Lois Wolk courageously took the lead to enact laws that will help keep new developments out of flood prone areas and protect and restore riparian areas...Her multi-year campaign resulted in what has been described as the most significant accomplishment of the entire 2007 California State Legislature. As an additional fiscal benefit this package of laws will also reduce taxpayers' liability for poorly considered development decisions."
Gary Patton, Executive Director, Planning and Conservation League [Daily Democrat], 1/17/2008
"She made a commitment to the people of our area that she would do what she could to make Highway 12 safer. I think how often it must have been tempting to give it up. But she didn't. She kept pushing forward. She made a commitment and she stood by it."
Rio Vista Mayor Eddie Woodruff [The Reporter], 10/29/2007
“We applaud Wolk for her tenacity.”
San Francisco Chronicle, 8/28/2006
"The California Alliance for Retired Americans announced today that Assemblywoman Lois Wolk earned a 100 percent on its scorecard reviewing state legislators' votes on bills important to seniors and retirees."
Daily Democrat, 10/27/2007
"Wolk easily wins Democratic nod for 5th District Senate Race."
Daily Democrat, 6/4/2008
“Wolk maintains the same energy and commitment to solving problems she had while working in local politics…[her] attentions are not focused solely on the state’s business, but also on how the state conducts its business.”
The California Aggie, 7/14/2003
"One of the main authors of the [flood legislation] package, Assemblywoman Lois Wolk D-Davis, worked on her two contributions for three years... Californians are ready fo a new framework about water issues, and this package of laws is a giant leap forward for good governance and common sense."
San Francisco Chronicle, 10/11/2007
“…Lois Wolk has proven herself as an effective legislator who pays attention to her constituents.”
The Reporter, 10/24/2006
“We consider her hard-working, honest, fair and open-minded.”
The Reporter, 3/13/2006
“[Vacaville Chamber of Commerce] grades politicians…Assemblywoman Wolk earns ‘A’”
The Daily Republic, 6/6/2007
“We have long thought that Wolk represents a majority of her constituents, whether they are Republican, Democrat or Green party members. Her efforts toward flood control solutions in the Delta along with her attempts to see compromise at protecting Cache Creek through a regional water agency were serious attempts to find answers to problems we all face.”
Daily Democrat, 10/29/2006
“…an accessible ‘bright talent’ who has represented the district well…Wolk’s influence will only grow at the state level, and that could spell good things for the district.”
The Reporter, 10/13/2003
“Everyone talks about being bipartisan, but when they get to Sacramento, not very many people do anything about it. Assemblywoman Lois Wolk did.”
Jim Spering, Mayor, Suisun City, The Reporter, 11/1/2004
“Wolk is one of the most effective legislators in California now because of her common sense approach to issues.”
Doug Ford, Solano Board of Education, The Reporter, 10/9/2004
“Assemblywoman Lois Wolk is an effective legislator, is well respected in the State Capitol and truly cares about passing public policy.”
Paul Meyer, Executive Director of Consulting Engineers and Land Surveyors of California, Daily Democrat, 1/23/2007
"She [Wolk] has successfully taken on some of the most challenging and complicated issues facing the state, taking a leadership role on water policy and efforts to strengthen flood protection and land use planning in California's Central Valley and Sacramento- San Joaquin Delta region. Californians are lucky to have such a strong advocate looking out for their water, recreation, and wildlife resources"
Brian Stranko, California Trout Chief Executive, Dixon Tribune, 5/14/2008
"Lois Wolk has championed the needs of her district and of schools statewide through her outstanding contributions to public education. She has tirelessly advocated for the fiscal needs of K-12 schools, and we are please to honor her for her actions with andOutstanding Legislator of the Year award."
CSBA Executive Director Scott P. Plotkin [Daily Democrat], 9/20/2008
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