Los Angeles – The State Democratic Women’s Legislative Caucus, including 17 State Senators and Assemblywomen who are members of the caucus, have endorsed Wendy Greuel for Mayor of Los Angeles.
The Assemblywomen and State Senators who also announced their individual endorsements for Greuel are: Senators Noreen Evans, Cathleen Galgiani, Loni Hancock, Hannah Beth Jackson, Lois Wolk, Assembly Majority Floor Leader Toni Atkins, Assembly Speaker pro Tempore Nora Campos, Assembly Rules Chair Nancy Skinner, Chair of the Legislative Black Caucus Holly Mitchell, Assemblymembers Susan Bonilla, Cheryl Brown, Joan Buchanan, Susan Eggman, Bonnie Lowenthal, Sharon Quirk-Silva, Norma Torres, Mariko Yamada.
It is believed to be the first time the caucus has endorsed in a local election.
"I've known Wendy Greuel for years. We've worked together on a number of critical issues including economic development, transit expansion, and the modernization of the Port of Los Angeles," said Assemblymember Lowenthal, who chairs the State Women’s Legislative Caucus. "From my first hand experience, I know that she's tenacious and tough. I am confident she'll be an outstanding Mayor."
The endorsements come with one month to go in the election. This past weekend, Greuel campaigned with President Bill Clinton, who praised her leadership. She has also recently earned support from Earvin “Magic” Johnson, former Mayor Richard Riordan, and Rep. Maxine Waters.
"Wendy Greuel is the strong, experienced leader Los Angeles needs. Wendy will be a tough advocate for Angelenos and she'll focus on creating jobs and growing the economy, reforming schools so every child can get a great education, and making sure residents have access to affordable housing and health care. I'm proud to endorse her for mayor of Los Angeles,” said Assemblymember Atkins.
“Wendy is a strong leader with public and private sector experience. She'll always put the people of Los Angeles first as she works to create jobs and make LA a great place to do business. And Wendy will crack down on waste at City Hall so government can get back to providing the services people depend on. I'm so pleased to endorse a fellow mom who could make history by becoming LA's first woman mayor,” said Assemblymember Campos.
"Wendy Greuel is the real deal," said Assemblymember Skinner. "She'll bring common sense and a hands-on approach to the Los Angeles Mayor's office. Just like she's done as Controller, she'll roll up her sleeves and get to the root of the City's problems. And once she identifies the problems, she won't just ignore them or kick the can down the road. Instead, she'll be the straight shooting, truth-teller to the City's residents, just as she's done every day as LA's taxpayer watchdog. Wendy Greuel is more than just a talker--she walks the walk, and puts words into action. That's why I'm pleased to give her my strong endorsement."
“In these tough economic times, the candidate who has a proven track record of support for the needs of working families is the one I want for Mayor of Los Angeles. Wendy has demonstrated leadership where it matters most, as in her long term commitment to improving access to quality childcare for our youngest Angelenos,” said Assemblywoman Mitchell. “I’m proud to endorse a fellow mother as experienced in making government work for those who need it as Wendy Greuel and I'm confident that as our first woman mayor, she will be among our best.”
“What an honor to be endorsed by so many strong women who have fought for Californians across the state,” Greuel said. “This is an indication of how important this election is. We have a chance to break the paralysis and change our city. We can create jobs and grow our economy, stop the waste in government, and reform our schools so our kids get a great education. And we can make history by electing the first woman mayor of LA. I’m excited to partner with all of them women to deliver results for Los Angeles.”
Greuel has also earned earned support from Senator Barbara Boxer, EMILY’s List, Planned Parenthood Advocacy Project, Feminist Majority, California List, and National Women’s Political Caucus, Los Angeles.