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Endorsements

WORKING FAMILIES ORGANIZATIONS

California Labor Federation
Los Angeles County Federation of Labor
California Federation of Teachers (CFT)
California Faculty Association (CFA)
California School Employees Association (CSEA)
California Nurses Association (CNA)
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) California PEOPLE
AFSCME Local 1902
AFSCME Local 3299
AFSCME Local 3930/United Domestic Workers (UDW)
Communications Workers of America (CWA) SoCal Council
IATSE (International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees) Local 80
International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 12
International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 36
National Union of Healthcare Workers (NUHW)
SEIU California State Council
Teamsters Joint Council 42
United Association (UA) Local 250
United Association (UA) Local 761
United Food & Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 770
UNITE HERE Local 11
United Steelworkers Local 675
United Steelworkers (USW) Los Angeles/Orange County Legislative Education Committee

ADVOCACY & COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Black Women for Wellness
California Democratic Legislative Women's Caucus
California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC)
California Legislative Jewish Caucus
California Environmental Voters
California Women's List
California Donor Table/Voices for Progress
EMILY's List
Equality California
Fund Her
Los Angeles Blade Newspaper
Moms Demand Action Gun Sense Candidate Distinction
NARAL Pro-Choice California
Planned Parenthood Advocacy Project Los Angeles County (PPAP)
Sierra Club California
Women's Political Committee (WPC)

ELECTED & COMMUNITY LEADERS:

U.S. Congressmember Tony Cárdenas
California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis
California State Treasurer Fiona Ma, CPA
State Senator Maria Elena Durazo
State Senator Josh Becker
State Senator Lena Gonzalez
State Senator Sydney Kamlager
State Senator Monique Limón
State Assemblymember Marc Berman
State Assemblymember Tasha Boerner Horvath
State Assemblymember Mia Bonta
State Assemblymember Isaac Bryan
Former State Assemblymember Autumn Burke
State Assemblymember Wendy Carrillo
State Assemblymember Laura Friedman
State Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel
State Assemblymember Mike Gipson
State Assemblymember Lorena Gonzalez
State Assemblymember Chris Holden
State Assemblymember Reggie Jones-Sawyer
State Assemblymember Alex Lee
State Assemblymember Kevin McCarty
State Assemblymember Luz Rivas
State Assemblymember Dr. Akilah Weber
Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl
West Hollywood City Councilmember Lindsey Horvath
2020 State Senate Democratic Challenger and Workers’ Rights Attorney Kipp Mueller
Victor Valley Democratic Club President Lizet Angulo
Palmdale School Board Trustee Simone Zulu Diol
ADEM Delegate Tiffany Countryman
ADEM Delegate Nashon Mitchell
Lancaster Social Equity Commissioner, ADEM Delegate Giovanni Pope
Nonprofit Founder, ADEM Delegate Kim Watson
Sol Plaza Boutique Owner Marshall Keyes
UCLA Nurse Leader Michelle Santizo, MSN, RN, PHN

Elected & Community Leaders

U.S. Congressmember Tony Cárdenas

“I’m thrilled to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly. From her work as an organizer and advocate, Andrea has a strong understanding of the unique challenges families in her district face and is prepared to do what is necessary to tackle the issues at hand, including innovative solutions to the affordable housing crisis, expanding access to affordable healthcare, fostering economic development, and increasing investments in local schools. I know Andrea will be a strong voice for the 39th Assembly District, and I’m proud to support her campaign.”

California State Treasurer Fiona Ma, CPA

“In California’s communities that are often underserved and overlooked, we need strong leaders who will advocate for good-paying jobs, housing affordability, climate action and better educational opportunities. Andrea Rosenthal is that leader, and I know she will also usher critical resources back to the High Desert when elected. That’s why Andrea has my enthusiastic support — she is the best choice for California’s 39th Assembly District.”

State Assemblymember Luz Rivas

“Andrea Rosenthal’s mission to bring better schools, family-sustaining jobs that are close to home, and critical infrastructure projects to the High Desert will not only transform her community but also equally enrich our region. I know Andrea will be a great ally in our shared vision of fully funding public education, creating wildfire-resilient neighborhoods and encouraging young girls to pursue STEM interests. Andrea has what it takes to elevate Assembly District 39, and I’m proud to offer my endorsement.”

State Senator Maria Elena Durazo

“I’m endorsing Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly because of her robust experience in organizing and her belief in grassroots power — because when all our voices combine together, we can achieve so much. The Antelope and Victor Valleys are well served with Andrea’s dedication to affordable health care, quality public education and working families. I’m thrilled to offer her my support to bring her progressive vision to the 39th Assembly District.”

State Senator Monique Limón

“California leads in so many ways, but we would greatly benefit if more early childhood educators had a seat at the table where decisions are being made. That’s why I’m excited to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly — because she will bring her experience and insight as a former preschool teacher to help inform and strengthen California’s public education system. I’m glad Andrea has stepped up to run and represent the High Desert community — please join me in supporting her!”

State Assemblymember Laura Friedman

"Andrea Rosenthal has dedicated her life's work to giving back to her community. From working in early childhood education to community organizing, she's proven her commitment to helping lift up those in need. I am pleased to endorse Andrea Rosenthal because I know she will be an effective leader on behalf of the people of the 39th Assembly District."

State Assemblymember Marc Berman

“I’m excited to endorse Andrea Rosenthal, who will be an effective champion for her constituents in the State Legislature. Andrea is committed to fully funding public schools, enhancing educational equity, and building healthier, stronger and better-educated neighborhoods in her community. I look forward to serving with her in the Assembly.”

Former State Assemblymember Autumn Burke

“Andrea Rosenthal has shown up for her community time after time and possesses both the vision and experience to be the champion for Antelope Valley. As a black woman, Andrea brings a much needed, and oftentimes unheard, perspective to her work. She understands the transformative power of public education, access to affordable health care and housing. I’m proud to endorse her run for the Assembly. I’m excited to see her bring her collaborative spirit and tireless work ethic to our state’s capitol.”

State Assemblymember Wendy Carrillo

“I am thrilled to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly District 39 because of her shared commitment to equity and justice. From her time as a community organizer, Andrea deeply understands the priorities of her district, making her the ideal advocate for issues like education equity, affordable housing and homelessness, and environmental justice. Because of her passion for serving others, I am confident Andrea will be an innovative leader in the state legislature.”

State Assemblymember Kevin McCarty

“We need more leaders in the state legislature who understand the critical importance of early education. Andrea Rosenthal gets it. She’s worked on the frontlines in early education and knows the profound impact it has on our children and their future. From advocating for equitable access to quality pre-K programs, to ensuring affordable childcare, to fully funding our K-12 schools, I know Andrea will be a force in the State Assembly on behalf of all students and families. I’m proud to endorse her.”

Los Angeles County Supervisor Sheila Kuehl

“Andrea Rosenthal is a truly impressive community leader. As an early childhood educator and public servant, Andrea has demonstrated her commitment to improving the lives of the residents of the Antelope and Victor Valleys through her deep understanding of the unique needs and concerns of the district and through crafting actions that reflect a pragmatic, effective and humane agenda. As a former Speaker Pro Tempore of the State Assembly, I know from experience that Andrea is exactly the type of leader we need in our state’s capitol. I’m proud to endorse her campaign for AD-39."

Workers' Rights Attorney & 2020 State Senate Democratic Nominee Kipp Mueller

“I’m thrilled to endorse my friend Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly. Throughout the years, we’ve partnered on numerous projects to support the Antelope Valley, and I’ve seen her dedication to the community firsthand. I know that Andrea will be a champion of access to public education, affordable housing and economic vitality in the High Desert — she’s the best choice to represent us in Sacramento.”

Organizations

“EMILY’s List is thrilled to endorse Andrea Rosenthal to represent California’s 39th Assembly District. Rosenthal has been a powerful advocate for K-12 education and civic engagement in the community. Her ability to bring about change makes her an excellent candidate to represent AD-39.”

EMILY's List

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“California Democratic Legislative Women’s Caucus is proud to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly. Women bring critical perspectives to elected leadership, and we also bring back more resources to our districts and pass more laws than our male counterparts. In the State Legislature, Andrea will bring her important experience as an early childcare educator and community organizer to elevate the High Desert, and we are thrilled to endorse her for AD-39.”

California Democratic Legislative Women’s Caucus

“The California Legislative Jewish Caucus is proud to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly. Andrea is a compassionate and courageous leader who will fight climate change, address our affordable housing crisis, and stand strong against antisemitism, racism, and bigotry of all forms. Andrea is the clear choice for State Assembly and we are proud to unite behind her candidacy.”

California Legislative Jewish Caucus

“We are pleased to endorse Andrea Rosenthal because she will fight for a fair economy that works for everyone, not just a few at the top. She is a true friend of working families and understands the economic challenges many Californians face on a daily basis. The Los Angeles County Federation of Labor looks forward to working with Andrea to further advance the labor movement and justice and opportunity for all.”

Los Angeles County Federation of Labor

“SEIU members are thrilled to raise our voice in support of Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly District 39. We know that when elected, Andrea will not only fight to grow the middle class, expand access to health care, and ensure good benefits for all workers, but she will also be the champion the High Desert community needs in the State Legislature. There is no better candidate in the AD-39 race, and we’re excited to help elect Andrea Rosenthal.”

SEIU California State Council

“On behalf of our 140 local unions and 120,000 educators and classified professionals, California Federation of Teachers is thrilled to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly. As a former early childhood educator, Andrea understands the critical importance of investing in our students early and will be a remarkable ally in promoting high-quality education. We are so proud to support her candidacy for Assembly District 39 and know she will be a fantastic leader for the High Desert community.”

California Federation of Teachers (CFT)

“The members of the National Union of Healthcare Workers are proud to endorse Andrea Rosenthal’s bid for State Assembly. Andrea has a bold, forward-thinking vision of equity and justice for her community, including empowering working families and healthcare for all, which makes her exactly the type of leader who will be a strong champion for healthcare and mental healthcare. We are confident that in Sacramento, Andrea will advocate for policies that will build upon the benefits and protections our members have and advance affordable healthcare for every Californian, and we look forward to supporting her campaign.”

National Union of Healthcare Workers (NUHW)

“The California Faculty Association is proud to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for Assembly District 39. Having firsthand experience as an educator, union member, and organizer, Andrea understands firsthand both the transformative power of quality public schools and the critical importance of protecting the rights of working people. We know that in Sacramento, Andrea will be a passionate, effective leader for faculty, staff, and students across California, fighting to uplift our education system so that every student has the opportunity to succeed. She has our enthusiastic support.”

California Faculty Association (CFA)

“California Environmental Voters is proud to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly District 39 because she is committed to the shared goal of equity and justice for all. The climate crisis is here — we need environmental champions in the State Legislature who are prepared to fight for climate action, clean air and water, public lands protections, and a transition to clean, renewable energy with an eye toward creating good-paying union jobs. As an organizer who has strong ties to her community, we are confident Andrea has the vision to be that leader, and we look forward to helping her get elected.”

California Environmental Voters

“It is a pleasure to announce the Sierra Club's official endorsement of Andrea Rosenthal for California State Assembly District 39. Andrea is a former Congressional district staff member and community nonprofit leader who knows the unique needs and challenges facing the district. She is keenly aware of the detrimental impact of poor environmental management, especially on those who are most vulnerable, and she is well-prepared to challenge the status quo. As an Assemblymember, we are confident that Andrea will be the kind of environmental steward that the people of her district need and deserve.”

Sierra Club California

“Planned Parenthood Advocacy Project Los Angeles County Action Fund (PPAP) is proud to support Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly—because we know she will be a tireless advocate for reproductive rights in Sacramento and champion the right to free and safe abortions and equitable access to reproductive healthcare services for all.”

Planned Parenthood Advocacy Project Los Angeles County (PPAP)

“NARAL Pro-Choice California is proud to endorse Andrea Rosenthal, and we’re excited to turn out our members to support her. Rosenthal is running for a critical seat to ensure California remains and grows as a Reproductive Freedom State. With abortion rights and access under unprecedented threat across the country, NARAL Pro-Choice California is ready to work to get her elected to represent California's 39th Assembly District. We know that she will fight for reproductive freedom for everybody in California—including those forced to travel from out of state to access abortion care.”

NARAL Pro-Choice California

“Throughout her life, Andrea Rosenthal has demonstrated her steadfast dedication to California Women’s List’s mission — electing pro-choice, Democratic women up and down the ballot across the state. Now she has stepped up to the plate for the progress of the High Desert community. We are proud to endorse her State Assembly run for the 39th District because she will be a leader who makes California more just and equitable for all.”

California Women's List

“AFSCME 1902 is proud to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly because we know she will stand with and behind the working people powering our water systems. An environmentalist, Andrea will also stand with us by ensuring drinking clean, safe and reliable water is accessible for all. Without a doubt, Andrea is the best choice for the High Desert, a region that has been too often overlooked. We’re excited to help send Andrea to our state’s capitol!”

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 1902

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 3930/United Domestic Workers (UDW)

"When it comes to dignity in the workplace and respect for life, Andrea Rosenthal gets it. That’s why UDW AFSCME Local 3930 is proud to endorse Andrea, who will ensure that the most vulnerable Californians — and those who take care of them — receive their fair share. We need leaders who will not only fight for better working conditions, but also work to ensure California’s home care program reaches its full potential. That leader is Andrea, and we’re proud to be behind her 100% in her race to bring responsible leadership to the High Desert.”

Communications Workers of America (CWA) SoCal Council

"The Communications Workers of America SoCal Council is proud to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly. At her core, Andrea understands the struggles our members face from her time as a community organizer and a union member, making her exactly the kind of advocate who will help lead the fight in Sacramento for liveable wages, the right to collectively bargain, and safe workplace conditions. With her leadership in the state legislature, Andrea will ensure working families are treated with fairness, dignity, and respect.”

International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 12

“The International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 12 are proud to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly. We know Andrea will work tirelessly for working families in the new 39th Assembly District, by securing resources to fix and update infrastructure and improving the quality of life for constituents. We look forward to helping her win this race.”

United Association (UA) Local 250

“I am thrilled to gain the support of United Association Local 250, who represent our hardworking steamfitters, pipeliners, refrigeration fitters and apprentices. We must honor their essential work by fighting for sustainable wages, dignified retirement, and the California Dream for all workers. Thank you for this endorsement — I am proud to stand shoulder to shoulder with our workers!”

United Association (UA) Local 761 Plumbers and Fitters

“UA 761 is thrilled to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly because of her record of supporting working families and dedication to ensuring family-sustaining jobs, livable wages, good benefits, and safe work conditions. In addition, Andrea will uplift the High Desert region with pragmatic and compassionate leadership. Andrea’s the best choice for State Assembly — let’s get her elected next year."

"Andrea Rosenthal will champion the issues that matter most to working families in Sacramento. She’s tough, smart and deeply knowledgeable about the issues affecting everyday Californians, including understanding the dire need to ensure workplace safety and enhance benefits and wages. It's for these reasons and many more that the working men and women making up Painters and Allied Trades District Council 36 are proud to endorse Andrea for AD-39!”

International Union of Painters and Allied Trades District Council 36

United Steelworkers Local 675 and the United Steelworkers (USW) Los Angeles/Orange County Legislative Education Committee

“The United Steelworkers Local 675 and the USW Los Angeles/Orange County Legislative Education Committee are proud to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly. Her track record fighting for the economic security of working families is truly impressive, and we know she will be an excellent leader in Sacramento in our fight for good-paying jobs and to grow our workforce. There’s no question who will be the best leader for the Assembly District 39 community, and that is Andrea Rosenthal.”

Teamsters Joint Council 42

“Teamsters Joint Council 42 is thrilled to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly because she will be a champion for working people in Assembly District 39. As a public servant and community organizer, Andrea has been an effective leader and bold voice for working families in her local community, standing shoulder in the fight for fair wages and working conditions. We know she will be unafraid to take bold positions on behalf of working men and women in Sacramento, and look forward to helping her get elected.”

United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 770

“The members of UFCW Local 770 are thrilled to endorse Andrea Rosenthal for State Assembly. As a community organizer and union member, Andrea has the unique lived experience and understanding of the struggles working people in her community face day-to-day. We are confident that Andrea will push for fair wages and benefits, healthcare for all, and safe working conditions when elected, and we are with her 100%.”

UNITE HERE Local 11

“As a union member and housing affordability organizer, Andrea Rosenthal uniquely understands the struggles our members face and will be a relentless champion for us and all working families in Sacramento. That’s why UNITE HERE Local 11 is thrilled to support Andrea for State Assembly District 39. We are confident that Andrea will continue to be a fighter for good middle-class jobs in her region, safe workplace conditions, and a fair economy for all. We’re with her 100%.”

California Lieutenant Governor Eleni Kounalakis

“Andrea Rosenthal is the champion the 39th Assembly District needs in the state legislature, which is why I’m thrilled to endorse her. From her experience as an organizer and a community leader, Andrea has a firm understanding of the unique needs of AD-39 and will relentlessly fight on their behalf in Sacramento. I know Andrea will push to solve the affordable housing crisis, increase investments in education, and for urgent climate action, and I’m proud to support her campaign.”