What Matthew Stands For Real solutions for real problems. A roadmap to restore the Golden State. Cost of Living, Housing, and Everyday Affordability: "As a proud resident of Oakland, I know that affordable housing is California's greatest challenge." Education and Job Pathways: "Starting with Pre-K, I will improve education by building a pipeline into the CSU and UC systems for all Californians." Innovation, Jobs, and Artificial Intelligence: "As founder of one of the first AI companies, I know the power and danger of AI firsthand. I know how to make AI create jobs for us.” Land Use, Environment, Water, Wildfire, and Practical Border Cooperation: "California's natural beauty is our greatest treasure." Clean Energy and Energy Security: "As a physicist, I grew up in a state that is now the world’s role model for energy and energy policy. Fusion is the way. " Refusing to Govern Through Division: "I believe California cannot function if communities feel invisible, targeted, or pitted against one another. Behind each of our proposals is a concrete plan. We will be ready on Day 1 and we will move to deliver within 12 months.