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Electoral endorsements

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2009-03-01
| La Opinión

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Next Tuesday, Los Angeles voters will elect city and school officials, and will decide on proposals to amend the City Charter. These are our endorsements:

Mayor: Antonio Villaraigosa

Mayor Villaraigosa’s administration has been positive. He has fulfilled his electoral promises to give priority to public safety, to take steps to improve our city’s schools, and to make a greener Los Angeles.

Controller: Wendy Greuel

Councilwoman Wendy Greuel has the knowledge and experience to build on the increasing role and responsibilities of the Controller as auditor of city government.

City Attorney: Jack Weiss

Councilman Jack Weiss has the background to be city attorney. He is a defender of Special Order 40, an advocate of the Neighborhood Prosecutor Program and a supporter of the injuctions against gangs.

District 1: Ed Reyes

Councilman Ed Reyes is a strong representative of his district. Among his top priorities are environmental issues. He deserves to be re-elected.

District 7: Richard Alarcón

Richard Alarcón is an experienced councilman with many years advocating for the interests of his district. He runs unopposed in this election.

District 9: Jan Perry

Overall, Councilwoman Jan Perry’s term has been positive, but it has had its ups and downs. She runs unopposed in this election.

District 11: Bill Rosendahl

Councilman Bill Rosendhal is a progressive voice on the City Council and an advocate for improving the quality of life in his district. He deserves to be re-elected.

District 13: Eric Garcetti

Councilman Eric Garcetti has shown leadership as president of the City Council and in representing his district. He deserves to be re-elected.

District 15: Janice Hahn

Councilwoman Janice Hahn has worked tirelessly to reduce pollution in her district among other priorities. She deserves to be re-elected.

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District 2: Mónica García

Mónica García has demonstrated leadership as president of the School Board. She runs unopposed in this election.

District 4: Steve Zimmer

Steve Zimmer has extensive experience in the classrooms, has supported Charter schools, and is a strong advocate for educational equity.

District 6: Nury Martinez

Nury Martinez is recognized for her commitment to the community of the San Fernando Valley. She is a staunch defender of transparency and a true believer the critical role of parents in schools.

Measure A: Yes

The Fire Department needs an independent assessor to audit and review the handling of complaints against its civilian employees.

Measure B: Yes

Los Angeles must make progress in alternative renewable energy. This measure authorizes the Department of Water and Power to install solar panels in the city.

Measure C: Yes

This allows disabled children of deceased police and firefighters to marry or be adopted without losing their Dependent Child benefits.

Measure D: Yes

This provides that retirees who are part of the police and firefighters pension fund can purchase, at their own expense, survivor benefits for spouses or domestic partners.

Measure E: No

We support the need to provide incentives for investment in Los Angeles, but it is already happening in other diverse ways. It is redundant to amend the City Charter for this.