Press Releases

LOS ANGELES - The Los Angeles County Democratic Party (LACDP) announced the following endorsements for the May 21, 2013 City of Los Angeles runoff elections and the Los Angeles City Council, Dist. 6 special primary election:

 

May 21, 2013 City of Los Angeles Elections

 

Cities

Los Angeles Mayor Runoff Election

No Consensus

Los Angeles City Attorney Runoff Election 

(Endorsement Carried Over From Primary)

Mike Feuer 

Los Angeles City Controller Runoff Election 

(Endorsement Carried Over From Primary)

Ron Galperin 

Los Angeles City Council Runoff Elections

Dist. 1 – Gil Cedillo

Dist. 9 – Curren Price, Jr.

Dist. 13 – John Choi 

Los Angeles City Council Special Primary Election

Dist. 6 – Cindy Montañez 

Eric C. Bauman, Chair of the Los Angeles County Democratic Party and Vice Chair of the California Democratic Party, released the following statements regarding the LACDP endorsements: 

Los Angeles Mayor

“Los Angeles is truly blessed to have two strong, well-qualified, and experienced Democratic leaders vying to become the next Mayor.  Regardless of the outcome, we know that LA will be in good hands and the new Mayor will serve LA well.  The Los Angeles County Democratic Party looks forward to working with the new Mayor in July to move LA forward.”

Los Angeles City Attorney

“The Los Angeles County Democratic Party looks forward to elect Assembly Member (ret.) Mike Feuer as our next LA City Attorney.  His experience and expertise will make him an excellent City Attorney who will work hard to protect consumers, reduce gun violence, and keep our neighborhoods safe.”  

Los Angeles City Controller 

“Ron Galperin is a relentless fighter who will work hard to reform city government, cut waste, and improve key city services.  He will work for the people of Los Angeles, not lobbyists.  We look forward to electing him as the next City Controller.” 

Los Angeles City Council, Dist. 1 – Gil Cedillo 

“LA’s Democrats know they can count on Gil Cedillo to stand up for Democratic values. The LA County Democratic Party strongly supports Gil Cedillo because he demonstrates the leadership, the courage and the vision to bring people together to get things done for this community and all of Los Angeles. He is the only candidate endorsed by the LA County Democratic Party in Council District 1,” said Eric C. Bauman, Chair of the Los Angeles County Democratic Party.

Los Angeles City Council, Dist. 6 – Cindy Montañez

“Cindy Montañez is an outstanding advocate for our community because she is an experienced leader who shares our values.  As a young legislator in Sacramento, she stood up for LA and fought for better consumer protection, increased economic development, and safer neighborhoods.  As Council Member, she will be a champion for the residents in the San Fernando Valley.  The Democratic Party is proud to support Cindy Montañez.”

Los Angeles City Council, Dist. 9 – Curren Price, Jr.

“Senator Curren Price is a strong fighter who has worked tirelessly for LA.  We need his leadership on the City Council to revitalize our local economy, create good jobs, and ensure safer neighborhoods.  The Los Angeles County Democratic Party is proud to endorse Curren Price for City Council.”

 

Los Angeles City Council, Dist.13 – John Choi

“John Choi is a true progressive leader who is committed to moving our city forward by creating good jobs, cleaning up our environment and ensuring everyone in our community has a voice in our government. LA needs champions like John Choi on the City Council and the Democratic Party is proud to be John’s partner.”

For more information, visit www.lacdp.org/endorsements.

LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles County Democratic Party (LACDP) Chair and California Democratic Party Vice Chair Eric C. Bauman released the following statement regarding the Ryan GOP budget proposal:

“Less than four months after the American people spoke and chose President Obama’s agenda over the Romney-Ryan Tea Party agenda, Rep. Paul Ryan today has introduced a budget that once again seeks to slash domestic spending, turn Medicare into vouchers, gut Medicaid, and repeal Obamacare.

“Rep. Ryan: the American people have had enough of your obstruction, distortion, and rightwing cynical approach to governance.  The overwhelming vote of the American people last November should have made you realize that your agenda is out-of-touch with America.

“Even after sitting down with the President last week, you are still playing to those who wish to paralyze our government and end support for the frailest and most at-risk in our society.

“You should be ashamed to look your constituents in the eyes.  It is time to cease this game playing, stop resetting the goal posts, and get on with moving our nation forward.”

LOS ANGELES - Los Angeles County Democratic Party (LACDP) Chair and California Democratic Party Vice Chair Eric C. Bauman issued the following statements on the March 5, 2013 City of West Hollywood election results:

West Hollywood City Council

“On behalf of the Los Angeles County Democratic Party, I congratulate John Duran and Jeffrey Prang for their re-election to the West Hollywood City Council.  The residents of West Hollywood have spoken loudly and clearly: they have affirmed their confidence in the City’s direction and the leadership of these fighters who have time and again stood up for West Hollywood.  We look forward to working with these City Councilmembers in the fight for Democratic values and for our community.”

West Hollywood Measure C

“Once again, the Republican forces and special interests have managed to distort the truth and took away the voters’ ability to vote for candidates of their choice.  The Los Angeles County Democratic Party will continue to fight against the special interests in West Hollywood and all communities in Los Angeles County.”