Endorsements
OUR SUPPORTERS
Working Families Organizations
Unite HERE California State Council
Unite HERE Local 11
Unite HERE Local 30
Elected & Local Leaders
Derek Tran
U.S. Representative
Katie Porter
Former U.S. Representative
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
Tammy Kim
Former 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
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
Statements of Support
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 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.”
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."
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."