Young people and working families have been enduring the brunt of the cost-of-living crisis while corporations profit on our suffering. We’ve had enough.
We are ready for a new generation of leaders who will take bold action to fight for us, and make sure our families can afford to build a future in the community they call home. This November, our votes decide what happens to our healthcare, wages, voting power, and the price of gas.
We deserve representatives who answer to young people and working families, not corporate interests and billionaires. That’s why we proudly endorse the following candidates for the November 3rd, 2026 General Election in California.
See PowerCA Action’s 2026 Voter Guide on the statewide propositions.
U.S. Congressional Candidates
Randy Villegas – CA Congressional District 22
Randy Villegas is a son of the Central Valley. Randy grew up on Medicaid and SNAP, and understands the everyday challenges that families face in the Valley. He is an educator, auto shop owner, and has dedicated his life to public service. Randy is fighting for an economy that works for students, families and communities, and will fight back against Trump’s corporate agenda in Washington DC.
Mai Vang – CA Congressional District 7
Mai Vang is the daughter of Hmong refugees and a product of Sacramento’s public institutions. Mai grew up on Medicaid and SNAP, and knows firsthand the challenges that working families face. She has dedicated her career to the students and families who have needed her most in Sacramento, and will bring the same record of community-rooted leadership to Washington DC.
CA State Candidates
Jane Kim – CA State Insurance Commissioner
Jane Kim has advocated for working families in California for decades. Jane has successfully won groundbreaking initiatives for young people and working families, including tuition-free community college for San Francisco residents, and crafting the nation’s most robust tenant-protection ordinance. Jane will continue her fight by putting Californians before insurance company profits.
Jessie Lopez – CA State Assembly District 68
Jessie Lopez is a Santa Ana native and dedicated public servant whose track record speaks for itself – from organizing to support low-income college students, standing alongside women hotel workers in Long Beach, and fighting for tenants. Jessie is a lifelong advocate who wants to make sure Orange County is a place that young people and working families can afford.
Issac Bryan – CA State Assembly District 55 (Previously Endorsed)
Isaac Bryan is a community champion who has authored legislation and worked to secure resources aimed at supporting youth development, improving access to affordable housing and addressing racial justice issues for young Californians.
Sade Elhawary – CA State Assembly District 57 (Previously Endorsed)
Sade Elhawary has a track record of standing up for her LA community through her background as an educator, community organizer, and foster parent, and through her time in office. Sade will continue to be a champion for young people, advocate for multi-racial and people-powered coalitions, and make an impact
Corey Jackson – CA State Assembly District 60 (Previously Endorsed)
Corey Jackson brings years of youth mentorship, education advocacy and community organizing to his leadership in the legislature. He has moved bills supporting mental health, anti-racism, and defending public education.
Tina McKinnor – CA State Assembly District 61 (Previously Endorsed)
Tina McKinnor has shown that she supports working class, multi racial communities in LA and across California. She has worked to advance important bills to address the needs of small businesses, workers’ rights, and housing justice.
Lola Smallwood Cuevas – CA State Senate District 28 (Previously Endorsed)
Lola Smallwood-Cuevas has shown up in her commitment to work on labor and racial justice issues during her time in office. Lola uses the knowledge she gained as a longtime educator, labor organizer, and community advocate to shape laws that give working people a fighting chance. She will continue fighting for an economy in California that is built for young people and working families.
Local Candidates
Central Valley
Ariana Martinez Lott – Fresno City Council District 7
Ariana Martinez Lott is a community leader in the City of Fresno. She’s spent 15 years organizing alongside her neighbors for immigrant rights, safer streets, and better parks. Now, she’s fighting to put everyday people first at City Hall.
Naindeep Singh – Fresno City Council District 1
Naindeep Singh has devoted his career to fighting for working families, so they can afford to stay, thrive and build stable lives right here at home. Naindeep has fought for workers’ wages, brought millions of dollars into the Valley, and is committed to creating opportunities for the Valley’s young people.
Emmanuel Soto – Visalia City Council District 4 (Previously Endorsed)
Emmanuel Soto is a first generation Latino leader, and is proud to call Visalia his home. He has served his community over the years through providing job training, housing opportunities, youth development and other critical services through non-profit work. He’s fighting to continue learning with, listening to and serving the Visalia community.
Sosa Wences – Visalia City Council District 5
Sosa Wences is a lifelong Visalia resident, who is committed to public service and civic engagement. He will fight to address homelessness, improve infrastructure and neighborhood maintenance, and improve Visalia’s local economy through supporting small businesses.
Veva Islas – Fresno Unified School District Trustee Area 4 (Previously Endorsed)
Veva Islas is fighting to put Fresno’s students and families first. As a school board representative, Veva has secured investments that improve Fresno schools, strengthened support for teachers, and has fought to ensure that Fresno students have a quality education.
Orange County
Isuri Ramos – Santa Ana City Council Ward 6
Isuri Ramos is a product of Santa Ana’s public schools, resilient neighborhoods, and rich culture. Isuri is a long-time advocate for housing affordability, and is fighting to make Santa Ana affordable for young people, renters, and working families who call the city home.
Central Coast
Gloria Soto – Santa Maria City Council District 3 (Previously Endorsed)
Gloria Soto has dedicated her young professional career to serving her community. She is currently the Executive Director of Future Leaders of America (FLA). As a council member, she has fought to improve the quality of life for working families, strengthen neighborhoods, support local businesses, and make sure Santa Maria has a strong voice in decisions that affect our community.
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