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Endorsements

OUR SUPPORTERS

Labor Unions &
Advocacy Organizations

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL–CIO Local 3299

International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 13

National Union of Healthcare Workers

Unite HERE California State Council

UNITE HERE Local 2

Unite HERE Local 11

UNITE HERE Local 19

Unite HERE Local 30

United Auto Workers Region 6

United Electrical, Radio, and Machine Workers (UE) Western Region

United Steelworkers Local 675

VALOR Veterans Alliance of Orange County

Elected & Local Leaders

Ro Khanna

U.S. Representative

Derek Tran

U.S. Representative

Katie Porter

Former U.S. Representative

Fiona Ma

California State Treasurer

María Elena Durazo

California State Senator

Lola Smallwood-Cuevas

California State Senator

Rick Chavez Zbur

Assembly Democratic Caucus Chair

Liz Ortega

California State Assemblymember

Pilar Schiavo

California State Assemblymember

Chris Holden

Former California State Assemblymember

Joe Dunn

Former State Senator

Vicente Sarmiento

Orange County Supervisor

Leo Medrano

Cypress City Councilmember

Donald Torres

Stanton Mayor Pro Tem

Manuel Chavez

Costa Mesa Mayor Pro Tem

Jessie Lopez

Santa Ana City Councilmember

Jonathan Hernandez

Santa Ana City Councilmember

Kathleen Treseder

Irvine City Councilmember

Melinda Liu

Irvine City Councilmember

Arianna Arestegui

Garden Grove City Councilmember

Phillip Nguyen

Garden Grove City Councilmember

Diedre Nguyen

Former Garden Grove City Councilmember

Daren Nigsarian

La Habra City Councilmember

Lee Fink

Tustin City Councilmember

Glen Grandis

Fountain Valley City Councilmember

Sal Sapien

Former Stanton Mayor

Aaruni Thakur

Fullerton School District Trustee

Vanesa Estrella

Fullerton School District Trustee

Vicki Calhoun

Fullerton Joint High School District Trustee

Steve Blount

North Orange County Community College District Trustee

Ryan Dack

South Orange County Community College District Board of Trustees Vice President

Steven Schultz

Fountain Valley School Board Trustee

Gina Clayton-Tarvin

Ocean View School District Board of Trustees Member

Minerva Siguenza Gomez

La Habra City School District Trustee

Florice Hoffman

Democratic Party of Orange County Chair*

Lauren Johnson-Norris

Democratic Party of Orange County Executive Vice Chair*

Eugene Fields

Democratic Party of Orange County Vice Chair*

Luis Andres Perez

Democratic Party of Orange County Treasurer*

Lisa Fenning

Democratic Party of Orange County Secretary*

Alan Fenning

Democratic Party of Orange County Parliamentarian*

Deborah Cunningham-Skurni

California Democratic Party Regional Director*

Hugo Soto-Martinez

Los Angeles City Councilmember

Juan Muñoz-Guevara

Lynwood City Councilmember

John Erickson

West Hollywood Mayor

*Titles for identification purposes only

Statements of Support

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL–CIO Local 3299

"Ada Briceño has spent her career fighting for working people, and AFSCME Local 3299 is proud to endorse her for State Assembly. She knows that strong unions build strong communities and will be a powerful voice for workers in Sacramento. From protecting public sector jobs to ensuring fair wages and benefits, Ada will always put working families first. We stand with Ada because we know she will stand with us."

International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 13

“Ada Briceño understands that strong unions mean strong communities. She has fought alongside us to protect good jobs on the waterfront and will bring that same dedication to Sacramento. ILWU Local 13 is proud to stand with Ada and knows she will fight for fair wages, safe working conditions, and a future where workers’ voices are heard.”

National Union of Healthcare Workers

"A fearless labor leader and exceptional champion for working families, Ada Briceño is the advocate our members need fighting for economic justice, fair wages, and housing affordability in Sacramento. The National Union of Healthcare Workers is proud to stand with Ada in her campaign for Assembly as she has stood with our members time after time in the fight for safe staffing, mental health parity and health care for all. She has our wholehearted support."

UNITE HERE Local 2

“UNITE HERE Local 2 stands with Ada Briceño because she has always stood with workers. From leading historic strikes to passing groundbreaking protections for hotel and food service workers, Ada has never backed down in the fight for economic justice. We need her voice in the State Assembly to continue the fight for dignity, respect, and opportunity for all workers.”

Unite HERE Local 11

“No one is better prepared to create good-paying union jobs, raise wages, and ensure every working family has a shot at the California dream than Ada Briceño. She knows first-hand that when we empower workers and invest in communities, California’s economy thrives. That's why we could not be more excited to support our sister, member, and co-President Ada Briceño for State Assembly.”

Unite HERE Local 19

"Unite Here Local 19 is proud to endorse Ada Briceño for State Assembly. Ada has spent her life fighting for working people, leading the charge for fair wages, better benefits, and dignity in the workplace. As a labor leader, she has empowered thousands of hospitality workers to organize and demand the respect they deserve, becoming a powerful advocate for immigrant and low-wage workers. In the State Assembly, Ada will continue her tireless efforts to lift up working families, protect collective bargaining rights, and ensure every Californian has access to good jobs and economic opportunity. Her deep roots in the labor movement and unwavering commitment to social justice make her the champion working people need in Sacramento."

Unite HERE Local 30

"Ada Briceño understands the challenges that working families face and the responsibility we have to build an economy that works for working people. In the Assembly, Ada will never stop fighting for fair wages, access to quality healthcare, and justice for all. We are thrilled to support her campaign.”

United Auto Workers Region 6

"United Auto Workers proudly endorses Ada Briceño for California State Assembly. Ada's commitment to fighting for working families and her leadership as a labor advocate makes her the right choice for our state. We are confident that she will continue to champion workers' rights, push for fair wages, and strengthen job opportunities across California, and we are excited to support her in this race."

United Electrical, Radio, and Machine Workers (UE) Western Region

“UE is proud to endorse Ada Briceño for Assembly because she has spent her career fighting for the rights of working people. From organizing workers on the frontlines to securing better contracts, Ada knows what it takes to protect and strengthen unions. In Sacramento, she will be a powerful voice for labor and a fierce advocate for workers’ rights.”

VALOR Veterans Alliance of Orange County

“Throughout her career, Ada Briceño has proven her unwavering dedication to our community and her ability to get things done for the people she represents. That's why VALOR is proud to endorse Ada as our chosen candidate for Assembly District 67. In the State Legislature, we know she will be an ally for our veterans and active duty service members who put their lives and safety on the line to defend our nation, and for their families who sacrifice so much, to ensure they have the support and resources they deserve, from healthcare and mental health services to well-paying jobs, housing, and more. Ada will fight for us in Sacramento and we'll be with her every step of the way to help her win in 2026.”

United Steelworkers Local 675

“Ada Briceño has never wavered in her commitment to working families, and that’s why USW Local 675 is standing with her. She has the experience, the passion, and the dedication to make sure workers are heard in Sacramento. We are proud to support her campaign and look forward to seeing her fight for labor rights in the Assembly.”

U.S. Representative Ro Khanna

“Ada Briceño is the kind of leader who doesn’t just talk about change—she builds it from the ground up. As a labor organizer and advocate, she’s fought tirelessly to give working people a voice at the table. I’m proud to endorse her campaign for State Assembly because I know she’ll bring compassion, courage, and a deep understanding of the needs of her community to Sacramento.”

U.S. Representative Derek Tran

“Ada Briceño has my enthusiastic endorsement as she will provide a much needed perspective in the State Assembly. Ada has personally experienced many of the challenges shared by far too many Californians and has an impressive track record of fighting for working families, underrepresented communities, and hard working immigrants looking to build a better life. Ada is the kind of leader we need in Sacramento and I’m thrilled to support her.”

Former U.S. Representative Katie Porter

"A fearless advocate for working people, Ada Briceño has the experience and proven track record to tackle Southern California’s most challenging issues, from affordable housing to mental healthcare to the rising cost of living. She has dedicated her career to improving the lives of working families and underrepresented communities. I know she’ll bring that same passion and dedication to Sacramento. I hope you’ll join me in supporting Ada for Assembly District 67."

California State Treasurer Fiona Ma

"Ada Briceño’s leadership in the labor movement has shown her ability to create positive change for working families. Her focus on affordable housing, fair wages, and economic opportunity will be transformative for our state. I’m proud to endorse her for Assembly District 67."

California State Senator María Elena Durazo

"As a lifelong labor leader, I know that real change happens when we elect people who have walked in the shoes of working people. That’s why I’m proud to support my sister in the labor movement, Ada Briceño—because she has spent her life organizing, advocating, and delivering results for working families. Ada leads the fight for economic justice and workers’ rights, and I have no doubt she’ll be a powerful voice for workers in the Assembly."

California State Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas

"Ada Briceño’s journey—from a minimum wage worker to a fearless labor leader—embodies the resilience and strength of working Californians. Working families deserve leaders who will stand up, organize, and fight for them—and Ada has been doing just that for decades and understands that businesses and workers must grow together. Throughout her career she has transformed lives by securing better wages, safer workplaces, and more opportunities for working people. I’m proud to endorse Ada for State Assembly because I know she will be an effective and dedicated ally for all Californians."

Assembly Democratic Caucus Chair Rick Chavez Zbur

"As a labor leader, Ada Briceño has dedicated her career to advocating for working families and helping them find their voice. Her vision for our state — from lowering the cost of living to creating good-paying jobs — demonstrates her deep understanding of the needs of Californians. I’m proud to endorse Ada for Assembly District 67 because she has the experience and determination to lead California into a brighter future.”

Orange County Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento

"Ada Briceño is a true trailblazer with a proven track record of fighting for vulnerable communities and hard-working families. She has the tenacity and collaborative spirit to bring meaningful change to our communities and I’m proud to stand behind her candidacy for Assembly District 67."

Cypress City Councilmember Leo Medrano

“Ada Briceño has the experience, determination, and proven record of results to deliver for Cypress in the State Assembly. As a veteran, public school parent, and city Councilmember, I am committed to supporting candidates who will invest in our communities and fight for working families — and Ada is the right leader for the job.”

Stanton Mayor Pro Tem Donald Torres

“Ada Briceño has spent her career standing up for the working class. From fighting for livable wages and expanding the middle class to solving homelessness and combatting climate change, I’m endorsing Ada for Assembly because I know she will make a lasting difference in the lives of all Californians."

Costa Mesa Mayor Pro Tem Manuel Chavez

"Ada Briceño understands the struggles of working families because she’s lived them. In the Assembly, she will tackle our state’s biggest challenges with the urgency they demand—including expanding affordable housing, reducing our cost of living, and keeping our neighborhoods and schools safe. Ada has my wholehearted endorsement."

Santa Ana City Councilmember Jessie Lopez

“Santa Ana families deserve a champion in the Assembly who will fight for healthcare access, great public schools, and good-paying jobs. Ada Briceño is that champion. I’m confident that Ada is the best choice to represent us in Sacramento and I am proud to support her campaign.”

Santa Ana City Councilmember Jonathan Hernandez

"Ada Briceño’s leadership, compassion, and experience make her the ideal choice for Assembly District 67. She has consistently fought for affordable housing, fair wages, and economic equity. I am proud to stand with her in this campaign."

Former Garden Grove City Councilmember Diedre Nguyen

"With her commitment to social and economic justice, Ada Briceño is the leader we need to tackle California’s biggest challenges. Her proven ability to fight for working families and lower costs will benefit all of us. I’m honored to support her campaign."

Fullerton School District Trustee Vanesa Estrella

"California needs leaders like Ada Briceño, who understand the struggles of everyday families and have a vision for meaningful change. Ada’s focus on affordable living, education, and equity will benefit all Californians. I’m thrilled to endorse her campaign for Assembly District 67."

Fullerton Joint High School District Trustee Vicki Calhoun

"With her deep roots in the labor movement and community, and her unwavering commitment to economic justice, Ada Briceño is the leader we need in Sacramento. Her vision for creating good-paying jobs and lowering the cost of living will make a lasting impact for all Californians. I am proud to endorse her."

South Orange County Community College District Board of Trustees VP Ryan Dack

"Ada Briceño has my wholehearted support because she brings both lived experience and a track record of results to the table. She has spent her career fighting for working families, immigrants, and underrepresented communities. As a teacher, I know she will invest in public education to ensure our students have the opportunity to succeed. Ada will be a powerful voice for Californians in the State Assembly and I'm proud to support her."

Fountain Valley School Board Trustee Steve Schultz

"Ada Briceño has my full endorsement because she truly understands what it takes to uplift working families. Her focus on affordable housing, education, and economic opportunity is exactly what our state needs right now. Ada will make an extraordinary impact in Sacramento."

Democratic Party of Orange County Chair Florice Hoffman

"With her experience as a labor leader and her commitment to empowering underrepresented communities, Ada Briceño will be a strong advocate in Sacramento. She understands the struggles of working families and has the vision to address them. I’m honored to endorse her campaign."

Lynwood City Councilmember Juan Muñoz-Guevara

"Now more than ever we need bold, effective leaders in Sacramento spearheading legislation that will actually make a difference in the lives of Californians. An experienced community organizer and labor leader, Ada Briceño will make a tremendous impact as our next Assemblymember and I look forward to seeing what she's able to accomplish for our communities."

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