Sherman Hosts Passionate In-Person Town Hall, Draws +1,000 at Cal State Northridge Arena

Northridge, California – On April 26th, Congressman Brad Sherman welcomed over 1,000 residents of California’s 32nd Congressional District to an in-person Town Hall at California State University, Northridge (CSUN).

The event drew a packed and passionate crowd as Congressman Sherman addressed critical issues impacting both the district and the nation. Topics ranged from the chaos and recklessness of the Trump administration’s agenda, its dismantling of critical services -- from Social Security to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau – our recovery efforts from the Los Angeles wildfires and much more.

Passions ran high throughout the evening as constituents voiced deep concerns about national political trends and the erosion of public trust. Despite the charged atmosphere, the meeting showcased the district’s strong civic engagement and commitment to holding leaders accountable.

“I am proud to represent a district that cares deeply about the future of our democracy and isn’t afraid to speak out,” said Congressman Sherman. “Our challenges are serious, but our passion and involvement are stronger.”

Today’s Town Hall was part of Sherman’s long-standing tradition of maintaining open and direct communication with the residents he serves during critical periods in our nation’s history.

During the Town Hall, Sherman requested input from residents by asking a series of survey questions about their thoughts and concerns.

The results of the survey questions are as follows:

1) Do you approve of President Trump’s performance as President so far?

- Approve: 10%
- Disapprove: 88%
- Unsure: 2%

2) Should your Member of Congress vote for legislation that they think is good for the country, or should they vote NO on everything that Republican Speaker Johnson is willing to propose and Trump is willing to sign?

- Obstruction & Resistance: Vote NO on all of Speaker Johnson and President Trump's legislation: 44%

- Negotiate with Republicans but only vote for a bill Democrats think is good: 42%

- Vote with Republicans: 10%

-Unsure: 4%

3) Since October 7th, 2023, we've provided aid to Israel of $14.1 billion, which is about one-tenth of what we have provided Ukraine, whichwas also attacked a couple of years ago. Should we continue to provide arms aid to Israel?

- Yes, provide arms aid to Israel: 30%
- No, do not provide arms aid to Israel: 55%
- Unsure: 15%

4) Should U.S. tax dollars be used to purchase Bitcoin, Dogecoin, or Trump coin?

- Yes, take our tax dollars and buy cryptocurrency: 1%
- No, do not buy crypto with tax dollars: 98%
- Unsure: 1%

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