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Tuesday, June 2nd - Election Day

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Karen Sher
Karen Sher - Ventura County Superintendent of Schools

Award-winning teacher, Statewide Director of Teacher Recruitment, and School Board Trustee running to make sure students are college-prepared and career-ready. Only candidate endorsed by Teachers, the Democratic Party & Labor Council. 

Ashley Orozco
Ashley Orozco - County Supervisor, District 2

An advocate for increased access to health services, protecting our environment, and vulnerable communities. Running to represent Thousand Oaks and Camarillo.

Deborah Klein Lopez
Ruth Luevanos - County Supervisor, District 4

A champion for clean air and water, community-based healthcare, and workforce housing. Running to represent Moorpark and Simi Valley.

Deborah Klein Lopez
Mike Malak - Judge
 Shirley Weber
Shirley Weber - Secretary of State *

Running for reelection to stand strong against partisan attacks on our democracy and expand our right to vote.

Rob Bonta
Rob Bonta Attorney General*

Running for reelection to stop unlawful power grabs by the federal government.

Malia Cohen<br />
Controller
Malia Cohen Controller*

Running for reelection to continue growing the world’s fifth-largest economy with equality and accountability.

Sally Lieber
Sally Lieber - Board of Equalization*

Running for reelection for responsive staffing and affordable housing.

Jacqui Irwin
Jacqui Irwin - Congress *

Running to represent Ventura County to help create jobs and keep our communities safe.

Rob Bonta
Salud Carbajal - Congress*

Running for reelection in the Central Coast to fight for opportunity security unique to the needs of our region.

Rob Bonta
Brad Sherman - Congress*

Running for reelection to represent the San Fernando Valley, parts of the West Side, and Ventura County.

Deborah Klein Lopez
Deborah Klein Lopez - Assembly*

Running to represent the eastern half of Ventura County. Deborah will ensure coordination before, during, and after disasters, expand healthcare coverage, and renewable energy for all communities.

Steve Bennett
Steve Bennett - Assembly*

Running for reelection to represent the western half of Ventura County. An environmental champion, working to increase the stock of affordable housing.

Jesse Gabriel
Jesse Gabriel - Assembly*

Running for reelection to represent the San Fernando Valley. Jesse has worked to craft the state’s budget and advance key policy initiatives.

* These races are endorsed by the California Democratic Party, not by the Ventura County Democratic Party. Under California Democratic Party rules, county parties may only endorse at the County level and below.   

Other Democrats Running for State Office

Note: The Democratic Party has not made endorsements in the following races.

Deborah Klein Lopez
Katie Porter - Governor

Katie served as a Congresswoman from 2019 to 2025 before returning to teaching at UC Irvine School of Law. She is now running for Governor of California on a progressive platform focused on fighting for everyday Californians against big corporations, with key priorities including lowering the cost of living, free childcare for all, and abolishing ICE.

Steve Bennett
Tony Thurmond - Governor

Tony has served as State Superintendent of Public Instruction, first elected in 2018 and reelected in 2022, and a former State Assemblymember. Having grown up in poverty, he brings a personal understanding of the challenges facing working Californians and is committed to uniting communities to move California forward through opportunity, equity, and progress.

Jesse Gabriel
Tom Steyer - Governor

Tom is a philanthropist, climate activist, and former business leader running for Governor of California. His campaign is focused on strengthening public education, expanding affordable housing, lowering utility costs, reducing corporate influence in politics, and holding Big Oil and major corporations accountable.

Jesse Gabriel
Xavier Becerra - Governor

Xavier is a former California Attorney General, U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, and longtime member of Congress, now running for Governor of California. Drawing on decades of public service, his campaign focuses on protecting Californians’ rights, lowering the cost of living—especially housing and healthcare—and expanding clean, affordable energy.

Deborah Klein Lopez
Antonio Villaraigosa - Governor

Antonio is a former California Assembly Speaker and Mayor of Los Angeles, now running for Governor of California. Drawing on decades of public service, his campaign focuses on public safety, job creation, strengthening communities, and delivering practical solutions to California’s most pressing challenges.

Steve Bennett
Fiona Ma - Lieutenant Governor

Fiona is the California State Treasurer, elected in 2018 and reelected in 2022, and is currently running for Lieutenant Governor of California. With vast experience in accounting and economics, Fiona is focused on making California affordable without compromising values such as freedom, climate health, and the education system.

Jesse Gabriel
Michael Tubbs -Lieutenant Governor

Michael, formerly the youngest mayor of Stockton, is now running for Lieutenant Governor of California. He is dedicated to creating a future for many generations of Californians by fighting for clean air and water, ending poverty, providing accessible education, and affordable housing. 

Jesse Gabriel
Josh Fryday - Lieutenant Governor

Josh is the former Mayor of Novato, a Navy Veteran, and California’s Chief Service Officer, who is now running for Lieutenant Governor of California. He has been a vocal climate advocate and is committed to fighting for affordable education and financial stability for Californians. 

Deborah Klein Lopez
Eleni Kounalakis - Treasurer

Eleni is the current Lieutenant Governor, former US Ambassador to Hungary under Obama, and is now running for State Treasurer. With vast fiscal experience and achievements, Kounalakis is focused on equity and representing California’s values to push the state towards a strong financial future. 

Steve Bennett
Anna Caballero - Treasurer

Former Mayor of Salinas, Cabinet Secretary, and State Senator, Anna is now running for State Treasurer. Her campaign is focused on affordable housing, combating homelessness, and accessible healthcare for all.

Jesse Gabriel
Tony Vazquez - Treasurer

Tony is a current Board of Equalization Member who is now running for State Treasurer. Vazquez is a champion for the Latino community who will fight for lower housing costs and funding for education.

Jesse Gabriel
Jane Kim - Insurance Commissioner

Jane Kim is a former San Francisco Supervisor and statewide organizer. She is now running for Insurance Commissioner. She is focused on affordability and free healthcare for all. She has built a reputation after leading some of the most inspiring affordability, housing, and worker protection policies in the country.

Deborah Klein Lopez
Ben Allen - Insurance Commissioner

Ben is a current California State Senator, representing the 24th Senate District, and is now running for Insurance Commissioner. He was first elected in 2014 and is now serving his third term in the State Senate. He is focused on reducing insurance costs and stabilizing the insurance market.

Steve Bennett
Steven Bradford - Insurance Commissioner

Former California State Senator Steven Bradford is now running for Insurance Commissioner. He has dedicated his career to advocating for a more inclusive society. He is now focusing on making California’s insurance market fairer and more equitable. 

Jesse Gabriel
Nichelle Henderson - Superintendent of Public Instruction

Nichelle Henderson is an active union leader in the California Faculty Association with a career of over 30 years in public education. She is now running for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. She believes California’s schools deserve to be led by someone who has spent a lifetime in classrooms and on campuses in public education.

Jesse Gabriel
Josh Newman -Superintendent of Public Instruction

An Army veteran, educator, and Former State Senator for California’s 29th District, Josh Newman is now running for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. He envisions a California where students are proficient in math and reading, ready for college, and ready to participate in the civic life of their community.

Deborah Klein Lopez
Al Muratsuchi - Superintendent of Public Instruction

President of the San Diego Unified School Board, Richard Barrera, is an organizer and hands-on leader. He is running for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. He has spent the last 20 years uniting teachers, parents, and communities. Richard wants to ensure a safe, modern, and well-equipped school for every child.

Steve Bennett
Richard Barrera -Superintendent of Public Instruction

Richard Barrera is a dedicated education leader serving as the Superintendent of Public Instruction, bringing decades of experience in public education advocacy, policy, and community organizing to the role. Previously, he served for over fifteen years as a prominent board member for the San Diego Unified School District, where he championed restorative justice practices, universal preschool, and stronger partnerships between schools, labor, and local communities.

Jesse Gabriel
Anthony Rendon - Superintendent of Public Instruction

Anthony Rendon has spent two decades running preschool and childhood education programs across the state. He is now running for State Superintendent of Public Instruction. His goal is to ensure every child has access to high-quality public education that nurtures academic growth and helps students reach their full potential.  

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