Napa County Democrats
Napa County Democratic Central Committee Meeting May 11, 6-7:30pm
Use this link to attend the May 11, 2026 Zoom meeting. Open to the Public.
The AI Era | CA Governor’s Race Update
Speakers: Jonathan Schellin and Richard Tippitt.
Truth from Tale in the AI Era. This session breaks down misinformation, disinformation, and AI-generated content. how they spread, who benefits, and how activists can verify sources, build trust, keep themselves and their data safe, and communicate responsibly without amplifying falsehoods.
Artificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept confined to science fiction or research labs — it has become an active force reshaping both public life and political landscapes. From AI-generated campaign content and deepfake videos influencing elections, to algorithms shaping policy decisions and government services, the technology is embedded in the systems that govern our daily lives. Voters, lawmakers, and citizens are increasingly confronted with questions that didn’t exist a decade ago: Who is accountable when an AI makes a consequential decision? How do we regulate something that evolves faster than legislation can keep pace with? As AI expands its reach, the conversation is no longer just about innovation — it’s about power, trust, and who controls the tools that are quietly redefining what it means to participate in society.
Guest Speakers: Jonathan Schellin, currently Deputy Director of Public Works – San Rafael, former Army officer in Psychological Operations unit.
Richard Tippet, Member of the Napa County Democratic Central Committee, Cybersecurity Product Manager, former Air Force cybersecurity officer
Here is the list of the top candidates for CA Governor in the June Primary. (NOTE: There are 61 candidates on the ballot):
- Xavier Becerra, Democrat, former U.S. Health and Human Services secretary and former California Attorney General
- Chad Bianco, Republican, Riverside County Sheriff
- Steve Hilton, Republican, Fox News contributor and former adviser to conservative British prime minister David Cameron
- Matt Mahan, Democrat, Mayor of San Jose
- Katie Porter, Democrat, former U.S. Representative representing Orange County
- Tom Steyer, Democrat, billionaire entrepreneur and former presidential candidate
- Tony Thurmond, Democrat, State Superintendent of Public Instruction
- Antonio Villaraigosa, Democrat, former Mayor of Los Angeles and former Assembly Speaker
Zoom link for May 11 Meeting here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/exuuLK51TzCpCk-i1mzwNQ
At the June 8 Meeting: Endorsement Vote on Napa County Wildfire Preparedness, Watershed Protection and Open Space Preservation Act of 2026. Here are 2 documents with more information: 2026 Napa County Wildfire Preparedness, Watershed Protection and Open Space Preservation Act of 2026 Title and Summary And, here is the 2026 Napa County Wildfire Preparedness, Watershed Protection and Open Space Preservation Act of 2026 Fact Sheet
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