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NewsLa OpiniónOctober 26, 2026Los Angeles County

Editorial endorses Triston Ezidore for Culver City Unified School District Board

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An editorial urges voters to re-elect Triston Ezidore to the Culver City Unified School District Board of Education, highlighting his leadership during a fiscal crisis and support from various officials, labor unions, and community groups.

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Why It Matters

The election decides representation for a school district serving 6,568 students facing severe budget deficits and operational cuts following the expiration of federal COVID-19 emergency funds.

Key Facts

  • Triston Ezidore became the youngest elected official in Los Angeles County history in 2022 when elected to the Culver City Unified School District (CCUSD) board at age 19.
  • CCUSD serves approximately 6,568 students across 10 schools, with Latino students making up the largest demographic at 37.2%.
  • The school district is experiencing financial strain due to declining enrollment and the expiration of federal COVID-19 emergency funds, leading to multimillion-dollar operational cuts.
  • In March 2024, Ezidore helped advance Measure E, a $358 million bond issuance for the district.
  • Ezidore joined Highland Electric Fleets in 2025 as government partnerships manager for clean transit.
  • Four candidates, including three incumbents, are competing for three available seats on the school board.
  • Ezidore's campaign is endorsed by U.S. Senator Adam Schiff, State Superintendent Tony Thurmond, labor unions, Democratic groups, and local officials.

Who's Mentioned

OrganizationUniversidad de Syracuse“University where Ezidore previously studied”PersonEnrique Lozano“Community member and ice cream vendor detained by ICE”OrganizationICE“Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency”OrganizationUniversidad del Sur de California“University where Ezidore studied political science”PersonTriston Ezidore“Incumbent member and candidate for the Culver City Unified School District Board”locationCulver City“City where the school district is located”PersonGeorge Floyd“Individual whose death influenced Ezidore's political awakening”PersonAdam Schiff“U.S. Senator supporting Ezidore”PersonTony Thurmond“Superintendent of Public Instruction supporting Ezidore”OrganizationCulver City Unified School District“School district holding board elections”PersonHolly Mitchell“County supervisor supporting Ezidore”OrganizationHighland Electric Fleets“Employer where Ezidore works as government partnerships manager”PersonDolores Huerta“Community leader supporting Ezidore”PersonRobert Luna“Sheriff supporting Ezidore”