California's State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tony Thurmond, has earned supplementary income through part-time roles at Bay Area nonprofits since his election in 2018. His outside earnings, notably from the Berkeley Food Pantry, have prompted scrutiny due to their unusual nature for a statewide officer. While not illegal, financial disclosures reveal that Thurmond solicited donations for the nonprofits that paid him, blurring ethical lines. His justification for the extra income relates to personal financial support for his family, amidst concerns about the adequacy of statewide superintendent salaries compared to other regions.
Tony Thurmond has regularly taken side jobs running Bay Area nonprofits since he became California's elected schools chief, earning tens of thousands to supplement his income.
Under California law, it's not illegal for statewide officers to have outside jobs. However, it is highly unusual for a position like the state superintendent.
Thurmond has also solicited contributions for nonprofits that have paid him, raising ethical questions about his dual roles.
He justifies his outside income by citing family needs and argues that his role's salary is lower compared to other states and districts.
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