Rocque Perez

Rocque Perez is a fourth-generation Tucsonan, raised by a working-class single mother, whose life experiences shaped his commitment to public service. Educated at the University of Arizona, he previously held roles at both the University of Arizona and ASU, and currently serves as CEO of the Southern Arizona Education Council. Perez was unanimously appointed to the Tucson City Council in 2025, becoming the youngest official in city or county government in Arizona, and left office in December 2025. He is running for Arizona State Senate District 20 as a Democrat, emphasizing education, labor, environmental, and civil rights. His campaign centers on local engagement and providing representation not beholden to special interests, even challenging an opponent's candidacy over campaign finance issues.