LA Times Endorsement: Kamala Harris in Democratic race for state attorney general
The Democratic field for attorney general of California is crowded but mixed, divided among several capable candidates and several who do not have the background or vision worthy of the office. Those who merit serious consideration by voters are San Francisco Dist. Atty. Kamala Harris, former Facebook executive Chris Kelly and Assemblyman Ted Lieu (D-Torrance). The Times sees strengths in all three, but endorses Harris... Read More
Endorsements
Statewide and National Elected Leaders
- California Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg
- U.S. Secretary of Transportation and Congressman Norman Mineta (Ret.)
- Congresswoman Diane Watson
- Congressman, Lt. Gov., Senator and Assemblyman Mervyn Dymally (Ret.)
- Former California Attorney General John Van de Kamp
- Former California Superintendent of Public Instruction Delaine Eastin
- State Board of Equalization Chair Betty Yee
San Francisco Police Chief George Gascón Endorses Kamala Harris for Attorney General
SAN FRANCISCO – San Francisco Police Chief George Gascón, a thirty year law enforcement veteran who has also served as Assistant Chief of the LAPD and Chief of Police in Mesa, Arizona, today announced his endorsement of Kamala Harris for California Attorney General.
“While I’ve long admired Kamala Harris’ record of innovation and success, since my appointment as Police Chief in San Francisco I’ve come to know the District Attorney as a steadfast and effective partner in our efforts to fight crime here in our city,” said Chief Gascón. “I believe that Kamala Harris’ ‘smart on crime’ approach, with its proven track record in San Francisco, is what California needs to get tough and smart on crime.”... Read More