Endorsements

“Deborah Klein Lopez is an experienced leader, serving both as a City Councilmember and as the Chair of Clean Power Alliance. She is dedicated to tackling California’s biggest challenges by addressing the housing affordability crisis, expanding access to healthcare, fighting for climate resilience, and standing firmly against Trump’s ICE raids. I’m proud to endorse Deborah for Assembly District 42 and to work hand in hand with her to move California forward.”

U.S. Senator Adam Schiff

“Deborah Klein Lopez has proven that she has the integrity and independence to represent the people of the 42nd Assembly District. As the elected leader who has represented this beautiful yet vulnerable area for the past several years, I’m excited to support her for State Assembly.”

State Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin

“Deborah is strong and independent, and always puts the community first: as a Councilmember, clean energy leader, champion for women’s empowerment and parent who fights for our local schools. I’m proud to support Deborah for State Assembly.”

U.S. Congresswoman Julia Brownley

“I’ve been on the front lines during disasters, and I know how important it is to have someone you can count on. Deborah is that partner – steady, reliable, communicative and always ready to step up.”

Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath

“We need serious lawmakers in the State Capitol. Deborah Klein Lopez is the one I trust to protect our environment and fight for a safer future for our neighborhoods. She understands how our community is being hit hard by climate change, and she can hit the ground running on Day One.”

State Senator Henry Stern

“As a former teacher and a lawmaker focused on tackling climate change, I know how important it is to have leaders who will protect our environment and invest in public education. That’s why I’m proud to support Deborah Klein Lopez for State Assembly.”

Former State Senator Fran Pavley

“I support Deborah Klein Lopez for the State Assembly — she’s passionate about our community and is working on creative solutions for the problems we face. Perhaps most importantly she is committed to continuing California’s leadership role in environmental stewardship and protection. She’ll be an important voice for our region in Sacramento”

State Senator Ben Allen

“Deborah Klein Lopez has spent her entire career serving the community where she grew up. Her understanding of the issues impacting working families and what it will take to move California forward sets her apart from other candidates. We can rely on Deborah to be an effective advocate for her constituents and drive smart policies that improve people’s lives. That’s why I’m proud to endorse her for Assembly District 42.”

U.S. Congresswoman Luz Rivas

“Assembly District 42 needs a fighter like Deborah to help this important community complete the tough work of fire recovery and build a future where every resident is thriving. Deborah will bring great experience, innovative ideas, and pragmatic problem-solving to the Assembly, and I’m proud to endorse her. She’s the right person for the job.”

State Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas

“Deborah Klein Lopez will bring new energy and fresh ideas to the State Assembly, along with a deep commitment to protecting our environment, health care, and education. I’ve worked with Deborah to lower the cost of living and expand jobs and opportunity in California, and I’m confident that she has the experience to help get our state on track. We can count on Deborah Klein Lopez to fight for our community. I’m proud to endorse her for State Assembly.”

State Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel

“Local government is where real change happens, and Deborah Klein Lopez has a track record of delivering real results for her community. As a City Councilmember and Mayor of Agoura Hills, Deborah is a proven leader in wildfire resiliency, public safety, and strengthening our local economy. She’s ready to hit the ground running in the State Assembly, and I trust her to fight for what matters most.”

State Assemblymember Rick Zbur

“I’ve worked side by side with Deborah Klein Lopez on Clean Power Alliance, creating energy solutions and infrastructure that allow local families to access clean electricity, save money, and live in healthier, more resilient communities. I know Deborah to be a strong leader who will focus on making our district a place where residents can afford to live and build a better life. She has my support because she’ll take on the big fights and won’t back down.”

Ventura County Supervisor Vianey Lopez

“Deborah Klein Lopez has long been a climate champion on the local level, and we are thrilled to support her for State Assembly. With natural disasters and wildfires that have hit this district, she understands the urgency of this moment, and she has the courage and experience to take on the climate crisis while delivering for communities on the front lines.”

Mike Young, Executive Director of California Environmental Voters

“Deborah Klein Lopez has long played a leadership role in designing and steering measures that secure reliable public school funding. She also demonstrates a steadfast commitment to empowering teachers, expanding equitable access to classroom resources, and making learning a state priority. California Teachers Association members are delighted to recommend Deborah’s candidacy for Assembly, and we look forward to working side by side on implementing our shared vision for educational excellence.”

California Teachers Association President David B. Goldberg

“The National Union of Healthcare Workers proudly endorses Deborah Klein Lopez as our next Assemblymember representing District 42. We take inspiration from Deborah’s unwavering advocacy for working families. Because of her strong leadership and vision, Deborah is our clear choice.”

National Union of Healthcare Workers President Emeritus Sal Rosselli

Federal

U.S. Senator Alex Padilla
U.S. Senator Adam Schiff
Congressmember Julia Brownley
Congressmember Laura Friedman
Congressmember Luz Rivas
Congressmember Brad Sherman

State

Senate President pro Tempore Monique Limón
Senator Ben Allen
Senator Josh Becker
Senator Eloise Gomez Reyes
Senator Caroline Menjivar
Senator Sasha Renée Pérez
Senator Henry Stern
Senator Richard Pan (fmr)
Senator Fran Pavley (fmr)
Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas
Assembly Speaker pro Tempore Josh Lowenthal
Assemblymember Dawn Addis
Assemblymember Patrick Ahrens
Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan
Assemblymember Steve Bennett
Assemblymember Marc Berman
Assemblymember Tasha Boerner
Assemblymember Jessica Caloza
Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur
Assemblymember Damon Connolly
Assemblymember Sade Elhawary
Assemblymember Mike Fong
Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel
Assemblymember Robert Garcia
Assemblymember Mark Gonzalez
Assemblymember Matt Haney
Assemblymember John Harabedian
Assemblymember Gregg Hart
Assemblymember Jacqui Irwin
Assemblymember Diane Papan
Assemblymember Darshana Patel
Assemblymember Gail Pellerin
Assemblymember Rhodesia Ransom
Assemblymember Nick Schultz
Assemblymember Chris Ward
Assemblymember Lori Wilson
Assemblymember Richard Bloom (fmr)
Assemblymember Betsy Butler (fmr)
Treasurer Fiona Ma

County

Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna
Los Angeles County Supervisor Lindsey P. Horvath
Los Angeles County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky (fmr)
Ventura County District Attorney Erik Nasarenko
Ventura County Supervisor Matt LeVere
Ventura County Supervisor Vianey Lopez
Ventura County Supervisor Kathy Long (fmr)
Ventura County Supervisor Linda Parks (fmr)

Local

Agoura Hills Mayor Jeremy Wolf
Agoura Hills City Councilmember and Former Mayor Penny Sylvester
Agoura Hills Mayor Illece Buckley Weber (fmr)
Agoura Hills Mayor Ed Corridori (fmr)
Agoura Hills Mayor John Edelston (fmr)
Agoura Hills Mayor Jack Koenig (fmr)
Agoura Hills Mayor Dan Kuperberg (fmr)
Agoura Hills Councilmember Kate Anderson
Agoura Hills Cultural Arts Council Member Dr. Karen Kent, DDS
Agoura Hills Cultural Arts Council Member Danielle Walsmith
Agoura Hills Planning Commission Chair Morgan Roth
Agoura Hills Planning Commissioner Bruce Stein
Agoura Hills Fire Safe Council President Peter Fehler
Brentwood Hills Homeowners Association President Eric Edmunds
Calabasas Library Commission President Monica Parmar
Calabasas Parks, Recreation and Education Commission Chair Dr. Julie Elginer
Camarillo Vice Mayor Dr. Martita Martinez-Bravo
Camarillo Councilmember Susan Santangelo
Conejo Recreation and Park District Board Member Ashley Orozco
Culver City Mayor Meghan Sahli-Wells (fmr)
Las Virgenes Municipal Water District President Andy Coradeschi
Las Virgenes Municipal Water District Vice President Jay Lewitt
Las Virgenes Municipal Water District Director Glen Peterson (fmr)
Las Virgenes Municipal Water District Secretary Gary Burns
Los Angeles City Councilmember Katy Yaroslavsky
Malibu Councilmember Haylynn Conrad
Malibu Mayor Lou La Monte (fmr)
Malibu Mayor Skylar Peak (fmr)
Malibu Mayor Mikke Pierson (fmr)
Malibu Mayor Laura Rosenthal (fmr)
Moorpark City Councilmember Antonio Castro
Moorpark City Councilmember Roseann Mikos (fmr)
Moorpark City Councilmember David Pollock (fmr)
Mountaingate Community Association President Steve Drimmer
Oxnard Mayor Luis McArthur
Pacific Palisades Community Council Chair Emeritus Maryam Zar
Port Hueneme Mayor Pro Tem Laura D. Hernandez
Rancho Simi Recreation and Park District Vice Chair Brian Dennert
Resource Conservation District of the Santa Monica Mountains President Richard Brody
Resource Conservation District of the Santa Monica Mountains Vice-President Laurie Price
Santa Monica Mayor Gleam Davis (fmr)
Sierra Madre Mayor Robert Parkhurst
Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy Advisory Committee Member Allison-Claire Munoz Acker
Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy Advisory Committee Member Wendy-Sue Rosen
Thousand Oaks City Councilmember David Newman
Ventura Mayor Dr. Jeannette Sanchez-Palacios

Education

California Lutheran University Professor Emeritus Michael Cosenza, EdD
Conejo Valley Unified School District Vice Chair Lauren Gill
Conejo Valley Unified School District Clerk Bill Gorback
Conejo Valley Unified School District Trustee Lisa Powell
Unified Association of Conejo Teachers President Colleen Briner-Schmidt (fmr)
CSUCI Adjunct Professor Tim Allison
CSUCI Foundation Board Chair Dr. Mark Lisagor, DDS and FAAPD
CSUN EdD Terri Lisagor
CSUN Faculty Associate Dr. Loraine Lundquist
CSUN Public Health Professor Emeritus Ronald Fischbach
Las Virgenes Unified School District President Lesli Stein
Las Virgenes Unified School District Vice President Angela Cutbill
Las Virgenes Unified School District Clerk Alan Lazar
Las Virgenes Unified School District Board Member Linda Menges
Las Virgenes Unified School District Board Member Dave Moorman (fmr)
Las Virgenes Unified School District Board Member Mathy Wasserman (fmr)
The Foundation for Las Virgenes Schools Advisor Deanna Glassberg
Los Angeles Community College Trustee Andra Hoffman
Los Angeles Community College Trustee Emeritus Dr. David Lopez-Lee
Los Angeles Unified School District Board Member Nick Melvoin
Oak Park Unified School District Board Member Denise Helfstein
Oak Park Unified School District Vice President Jim Moynihan
One Spark Academy Executive Director Lori Peters
Oxnard Union High School District Board Member Karen Sher
Santa Monica College Board Trustee Anastasia Foster
Simi Valley Unified School District Trustee Mike James
Simi Valley Unified School District Clerk of the Board Kareem Jubran
Ventura County Board of Education Trustee Arleigh Kidd

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