Candidates
We have a couple great candidates who are running to replace Tom McClintock. Why? When was the last time Tom had a town hall meeting with his constituents? Where is the backbone standing up against authoritarianism and corruption like we have never seen before? What about the flagrant disregard for constitutional law, international law and our allies? Not to mention inaction on the economy, healthcare and a plethora of other issues affecting so many of us in District 5! Please support your favorite Tom-Alternative! Any one of them would be so much better than AWOL-McClintock!
Michael Masuda
Michael Masuda grew up in Amador County in a rural community that shaped his values – hard work, integrity, giving back to your community, and treating people with respect. As an engineer, he focused on new technologies to keep our troops safe. Now, as a Democratic Candidate for CA-5, Michael is focused on solving our shared problems and working across the aisle – making life more affordable for working people, protecting our communities from wildfires, supporting our local economies, and fighting big money influences in DC.
Visit my website to learn more about the issues I’m committed to address. VoteMasuda.com
Kate Sills
Withdrawal from the Race – January 25, 2026
After deep reflection and conversations with my family, my team, and trusted community partners, I have decided to withdraw from the race for Congress in California’s 5th District.
I am profoundly grateful to every person who gathered signatures, made calls, hosted meet‑and‑greets, donated, or simply shared encouragement. My supporters included many prominent local Democrats who are, and continue to be, deeply engaged with their communities. Building this campaign has reinforced what I already believed: the people of CA‑05 care deeply about their neighbors, their communities, and the future of our democracy.
I entered this race aligned with the values many of us organize around: defending democracy, protecting civil rights, and holding power accountable. But I also need to be candid about what it takes to run a congressional campaign. In this cycle, there has not been sufficient campaign infrastructure for Indivisible‑aligned candidates to build the kind of districtwide operation required at this level, especially in a large rural district like ours.
I remain proud of the movement we are part of, and I am not stepping away from the work. I will continue working locally, supporting candidates who can govern with integrity, and advocating for stronger, earlier, and more equitable support for grassroots and Indivisible‑aligned candidates in future cycles.
Thank you for trusting me with your time, your hopes, and your support.
With gratitude and resolve,
— Kate Sills