I want to share why I’m supporting Eleni Kounalakis for Lt. Governor. I hope you will join me and vote for her at the CA Democratic Party Convention.
I have seen Eleni in action. She’s tenacious, hardworking, and never stops fighting for what is right.
Because of her work as a diplomat, a Commissioner for First 5, and a businesswoman helping families own affordable homes, she has earned the support of Senator Kamala Harris, Equality California, CA Federation of Teachers, EMILY’s List, John Burton, and other distinguished Democratic leaders.
I am proud to endorse Eleni – because I know she will strengthen California’s economy so it works for everyone.
Eleni is a businesswoman, but not a Wall Streeter. She is beholden to no one but hardworking families and the people of California. She is not afraid to take on big corporate interests, like Wall Street, Big Oil, and Big Pharma.
P.S. Join me, Eleni, and other extraordinary candidates at the “Celebrating Women Who Dare to Run” hospitality suite on Friday, February 23 – RSVP here!
In less than three weeks, more than 1,000 young immigrants could face deportation each day. I’m disgusted that our president and Congress have put politics ahead of people — and I’m demanding action.
After President Trump unilaterally rescinded DACA in September, he set a March 5th deadline for Congress to replace it — but congressional leaders have refused to bring a bill to the floor to address this crisis.
Now, approximately 223,000 young Californians who registered with the Department of Homeland Security in return for protections under DACA, and hundreds of thousands more nationwide, could be forced to leave the only homes they’ve ever known.
My parents came to America with virtually nothing, dreaming of a better future. My father arrived with just three shirts, two pairs of pants, and hardly anything in his pocket. And despite the taunts and the ugly racial slurs, my family never gave up believing in the American Dream — just like millions of other immigrants that have come to this country believing in that dream.
In return, immigrants, like my parents, have helped make our nation and our communities stronger.
As governor, I will protect all our communities, and will continue to support legislation to make our state safe for immigrants. You can trust me to fight like hell to make sure immigrants have a path to citizenship, with the same access to opportunity that my family had.
But we can’t wait until after Election Day — our neighbors are at risk of losing their immigration status in mere weeks. We need to work together and demand action right now.
Anyone who knows me knows that March is my favorite month of the year. It’s probably not hard to guess why, but just in case you are confused, it’s because it’s my birthday month! Most people celebrate just one day, but not me — I celebrate the entire month. Who doesn’t love a good party!
It’s hard to believe that the primary election is just over four months away. The campaign is going strong, and we are continuing to build momentum everyday. Early March brings me home to San Francisco, and the campaign has two amazing fundraisers planned to help me celebrate my birthday.
Wednesday, March 7, 2018 — Birthday Celebration @ Hotel Via
Hosted By: Trevar Booker, Hala Hijazi, Barbara Perzigian, Keena Turner, Collin Wong & Eric Wright
Special Guests: Honorable Willie L. Brown, Jr. & Joe O’Donoghue
Thursday, March 8, 2018 — Karaoke Bash @ The Mint
I really hope you will come and celebrate with me — it wouldn’t be the same without you. If you can’t make it, please consider donating anyways. We really need the help to get our message out.
Stay tuned for the announcement of my birthday events in Southern California: I will have one in Los Angeles on March 1 and in San Diego on March 20.
I am thrilled to share that our United States Senator Kamala Harris has endorsed my campaign for re-election as Secretary of State.
Senator Harris has been a fearless fighter in the Senate on behalf of Californians, and I am honored by her support. She has been out front on issues that are central to our values – protecting DACA, ensuring access to healthcare for everyone, and protecting our nation’s security. I am proud of the work she has done so far in Washington, and I am humbled by her endorsement.
Here is what Senator Harris had to say about my candidacy:
“Secretary Padilla is a valuable and tireless partner in our effort to address election threats and protect Californians. He stopped this Administration from raiding California’s voter rolls and continues to be a national leader to ensure all voters can make their voice heard, without interference. This is a critical time in our country and we need Secretary Padilla’s experience, track record, and dedication to his office. I am proud to endorse him in this race.”
February 13, 2018
Contact: Dave Jacobson, (818) 943-2348
Maclen Zilber, (510) 508-9142
Jacobson & Zilber Strategies
SEN. HERNANDEZ EARNS MORE SUPPORT FROM YOUNG PEOPLE, ACTIVISTS IN LT. GOVERNOR’S RACE
San Bernardino County Young Democrats Endorse Senator Ed Hernandez
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA — Following news that just yesterday he collected a high-powered endorsement from the Los Angeles Police Protective League, today State Senator Dr. Ed Hernandez landed a key grassroots endorsement from the San Bernardino County Young Democrats (SBCYD) in his campaign for California Lieutenant Governor.
In making their endorsement public, the San Bernardino County Young Democrats posted on their organization’s campaign Facebook page that, “SBCYD is proud to announce endorsement of the following candidates: Dr. Ed Hernandez, O.D. for Lt. Governor 2018… We look forward to helping all endorsed candidates any way we can.”
Senator Hernandez responded by remarking, “I really appreciate this endorsement from the San Bernardino County Young Democrats. Their support helps to show the depth and breadth of support our effort is building throughout the state every single day, and I am thrilled to be working with them on my campaign.”
Recently, State Senator Dr. Ed Hernandez rolled out a new digital video ad, titled “Proven Progressive,” in his campaign for California Lieutenant Governor. The ad highlights some of the Senator’s high-powered endorsements, including from the California Nurses Association and the California Teachers Association, along with his 100% legislative voting scorecard from organizations like the California Labor Federation* and Planned Parenthood Affiliates of California Advocates*.
To view Senator Hernandez’ video ad, “Proven Progressive,” click here.
Significantly, recently California Governor Jerry Brown signed Senator Dr. Ed Hernandez’ groundbreaking drug transparency bill, SB-17, into law. Senator Hernandez’ latest digital video ad, titled, “Life or Death,” features a moving testimonial from Kendall Renee, who is allergic to more than 95% of foods and carries at least four EpiPens with her at all times. Renee highlights Senator Hernandez’ efforts to combat skyrocketing drug costs in the ad.
A husband, father, grandfather, practicing optometrist, and local businessman, “Dr. Ed” (as he is known to his patients) has spent his life bringing quality eye care to predominantly low-income communities. As a health care provider, the need to improve access to health care for all Californians is what first drove him to run for office.
Since being elected to the Assembly in 2006 and the Senate in 2010, Dr. Ed Hernandez has been a leader on the implementation of federal health care reform – helping expand access to affordable health care, control costs, and improve the network of providers so people can actually get quality care when they need it. Dr. Ed has been a champion by expanding educational opportunity to qualified students overlooked by our public schools and universities, as well as a major proponent for government reform, including fixing a broken initiative system too often hijacked by billionaires and wealthy corporations. Dr. Ed Hernandez is running to take this experience, leadership, and vision to the next level by serving the people of California as their Lieutenant Governor.
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