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Your Mrs. California is a wife, mother, grandmother,
humanitarian, activist and future attorney. |
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Rachel Murillo Williams is all about family. It is the heart of
Rachel’s world. She is married to her best friend and travel
partner Michael , and together they cherish every moment spent
exploring new places, often with their beloved pug and fur baby
Roxy happily in tow. Rachel is a mother of three including two
cherished bonus children (Daniel, Sara, Gustavo) and a
grandmother of two (Tatiana snd Donatello). She also has a grand
doggy name Julius Caesar. She feels blessed to still have both of
her parents active, healthy, and present in her life. Finding
love in family, marriage, and friendships is deeply important to
her, and she strives every day to embody the love, support, and
connection that define her family values. |
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So what is she like? Rachel is a woman whose life reflects
determination, service, faith, and a deep devotion to family. She
proudly represents California’s married senior women and is
committed to uplifting women, children, and communities in need.
God is first and foremost in all that she does, and her faith
guides her purpose, her leadership, and her heart for service. |
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Her journey began in East San Jose, where she grew up in a
marginalized community where education was not widely encouraged.
Becoming a mother at a young age shaped her sense of
responsibility and ignited her determination to break
generational barriers. She vowed to become the example she wished
she had, especially for young women who feel unseen or
underestimated. |
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Her path toward the law began in 2007 with a simple conversation
about the barriers minorities face in higher education. That
moment sparked a transformation. While working full-time in the
insurance industry and raising her family, she enrolled in
college and spent years balancing work, motherhood, and
academics. Her dedication paid off when she earned her Associate
of Arts in Criminal Justice, followed by a Bachelor’s degree in
Communication, graduating Magna Cum Laude with a 4.0 GPA and
earning placement on the President’s List. |
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Rachel continued her academic excellence by completing her Juris
Master at Florida State University College of Law with Highest
Honors and a 4.3 GPA. Her performance led to an invitation to
study at Oxford University in 2025, where she completed
coursework in Election Law, English Law, and International Law,
an experience that broadened her global perspective and
introduced her to the rigor of Juris Doctor-level study. |
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Professionally, Rachel spent years in the insurance field,
advancing into leadership roles where she managed teams, mentored
colleagues, and navigated complex regulatory environments. These
experiences strengthened her understanding of how legal
frameworks shape organizational decision-making, compliance, and
consumer protection. |
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Service has always been central to Rachel’s life. She has served
as an ordained minister, organized women’s empowerment events,
and worked with the Sacramento County Commission for Women and
Girls and the Domestic Violence Prevention Council. She continues
her commitment as a Rotarian, guided by ethical leadership and
community support. She mentors emerging leaders through the
National Society of Leadership and Success and leads a women’s
empowerment group that helps women pursue their goals with
confidence and solidarity. |
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Rachel has supported various organizations such as Hearts 4
Heroes because she believes deeply in honoring and supporting
first responders. She credits her own mentors for shaping her
success, offering guidance, compassion, and patience as she grew
into her achievements. Their influence fuels her commitment to
mentoring others with the same generosity of spirit. |
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As Mrs. California, Rachel’s platform reflects her deepest
passion, advocating for women and children. She believes hunger
is one of the most frightening and traumatic experiences a child
can face, and she is committed to using her title to bring
awareness, compassion, and action to this critical issue. Love is
a driving factor in her work, including her love for people, her
love for equity and inclusion within communities, and her belief
that every person deserves dignity, safety, and opportunity. Her
humanitarian efforts include raising funds, supporting local food
drives, partnering with nonprofits focused on women and children,
and serving as a community advocate for small business owners who
are navigating today’s challenging and tumultuous times. |
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Rachel is currently writing her first book, inspired by her
dedication to helping women survivors and teaching young women
how to recognize the signs of toxicity in relationships. Her
purpose is rooted in advocacy for safety, equity, education, and
access. She believes leadership is not about titles, it is about
service, integrity, and the courage to stand for others. |
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Rachel is both proud and humbles to serve as Mrs. California. Her
mission is simple yet powerful, to lead with purpose, serve with
compassion, and use her voice to uplift others, letting her light
shine wherever it is needed most. |
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