In a historic announcement that has the potential to transform the future of South Central Los Angeles, Congressman Adam Schiff has officially endorsed Efren Martinez for the California State Assembly District 57. This endorsement marks a significant turning point in the fight for genuine progress and change in one of California’s most vibrant, yet underserved regions.
Efren Martinez, a dynamic and committed candidate, has been a vocal advocate for the people of South Central LA for a long time. His vision for the district is based on a profound understanding of its challenges and a steadfast commitment to addressing them head-on. With Congressman Schiff’s endorsement, Martinez’s campaign gains a powerful ally in the effort to uplift and transform the community.
“Efren Martinez is a commonsense Democrat who will get things done! I look forward to working with Efren to bring down the cost of living, increase funding for our local schools, and create good job opportunities for all South LA residents who have waited far too long for change.” – Congressman Adam Schiff.
As the election draws near, the eyes of California are on District 57, where the potential for real change is palpable. The partnership between Congressman Schiff and Efren Martinez is a beacon of hope, signaling a new era of leadership and advocacy for South Central LA.
The following are publicly announced endorsements to date:
Local Elected Officials
- Janice Hahn, Chair, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors
- David Vela, President, Los Angeles Community College District
- Kelly Gonez, Board Member, LAUSD
Federal & State Elected Officials
- Congressman Robert Garcia
- Assemblymember Mike Gipson
- Assemblywoman Autumn Burke (ret.)
- Assemblywoman Esmeralda Soria
- Assemblywoman Blanca Pacheco
- Assemblymember Juan Carrillo
- Assemblywoman Blanca Rubio
- Senator Melissa Hurtado
- Senator Susan Rubio
Unions, Clubs, Organizations & Others
- ACSA – Association of California School Administrators
- South Central Los Angeles Democratic Party Club
- International Longshore and Warehouse Union, Local 13
- LAUSD School Police – Los Angeles School Police Association
- Women Leading Change Democratic Party Club
- Association of Probation Supervisors, SEIU 721, BU 702
- AVANCE L.A. Democratic Club
- PORAC – Peace Officer Research Association
- California High School DEMOCRATS
- LAPPL – Los Angeles Police Protective League Association
- The National Association of Hispanic Realtor Professional Montebello SouthEast Los Angeles – (NAHREP – MSELA)
- California RISING
- LAPPOA – Los Angeles County Professional Peace Officers Association
- ALADS – Association for Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs
- Huntington Park Police Office Association
The 57th Assembly District communities include: Florence-Firestone, the heart of South Los Angeles, most of Downtown Los Angeles and parts of Huntington Park.
