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Long Beach Unified School District Governing Board Member, District 5

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    Diana F. Craighead
    (NON)

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    Maureen "Quinn" Flaherty
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    Sara Socheata Pol-Lim
    (NON)

Biographical Information

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Ballot Designation Special Education Teacher
Candidate's Political Party Republican
Endorsement List URL http://www.mflaherty4lbschoolboard.com/endorsements
Campaign Email MFlaherty4LBSchoolBoard@gmail.com
Campaign Website http://www.mflaherty4lbschoolboard.com
1. Balance the Budget 2. Oversee Curriculum is Age Appropriate and Content Specific 3. Parents are informed and collaborative partners
Maureen 'Quinn' Flaherty was born and raised in Long Beach. She is married and has a 20-year-old son who is attending college. She holds two educational credentials, plus Master of Arts in education and counseling that allows her to teach and counsel students from kindergarten to 12th grade. Currently Maureen is working as a special education teacher for students with mild to moderate learning disabilities.

During Covid, Maureen formed a grassroots group called Long Beach Freedom USA. She held meetings weekly to educate people on their constitutional rights. She formed the Long Beach Chapter of Eagle Forum. Maureen continues to educate people through her monthly events. She is a volunteer and works with Children’s Health Defense and Moms for Liberty.

When elected, Maureen will be a champion for parental rights, money spent wisely and child safety. Having been an educator in the capacity of teacher or counselor, she knows firsthand the issues and will be a perfect advocate to find and implement the solutions.

Maureen is a devoted wife and mother who loves her community and wants to make a difference.
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