Barrera Wins California Superintendent Race as Shaw ConcedesBarrera’s Win Backs Public Schools and Protections for StudentsShaw’s Strong Showing Exposes California School Voters’ Frustration
Richard Barrera defeated Sonja Shaw for California superintendent of public instruction in the November 3 election. Shaw conceded after Barrera built a lead of more than one million votes.Democrat Richard Barrera defeated Republican Sonja Shaw in California’s November 3 superintendent election, winning 57.6% of the vote. His victory supports a vision of school funding and student protections that Shaw opposed.Richard Barrera won California’s November 3 superintendent race, but Republican Sonja Shaw captured 42.4% while challenging the state’s education establishment. Shaw conceded and pledged to continue her advocacy.