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2026 General Election Endorsements

A 73-candidate slate for the November 3 general election across the Western Region

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The Armenian National Committee of America, Western Region (ANCA-WR) has announced its endorsements for the November 3, 2026 general election. The 73-candidate slate covers federal, statewide, state legislative and local offices across California, Nevada and Texas, including the 26 candidates for the U.S. House endorsed by the Armenian National Committee of America in the Western Region. It includes the candidates ANCA-WR endorsed ahead of the June primaries who advanced to November, along with new endorsements for the California State Legislature and the ANCA Burbank Chapter’s endorsements for city and school board offices in Burbank.

“Our sole measure in deciding whether to support a candidate is his or her commitment to the Armenian Cause, shown not only in words but in real-world actions. The candidates on this slate have demonstrated that commitment on the issues that matter most to our community, from confronting denial of the Armenian Genocide to holding Azerbaijan accountable for its crimes against the Armenian people. We encourage every Armenian American across the Western Region to make their voice heard at the ballot box on November 3.” Oshin Harootoonian, Chair, ANCA-WR
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Federal · U.S. House of Representatives

Federal endorsements are made by the Armenian National Committee of America and are backed by its merit-based Congressional Report Cards. See every 2026 Report Card at anca.org/report-card and the national endorsements at anca.org/electionhub.

California
Tom McClintock
Tom McClintockCA-5 · 2026 Report Card: B+
Lateefah Simon
Lateefah SimonCA-12 · 2026 Report Card: A
Kevin Mullin
Kevin MullinCA-15 · 2026 Report Card: A
Zoe Lofgren
Zoe LofgrenCA-18 · 2026 Report Card: A-
Vince Fong
Vince FongCA-20 · 2026 Report Card: A-
Jim Costa
Jim CostaCA-21 · 2026 Report Card: A+
David Valadao
David ValadaoCA-22 · 2026 Report Card: A+
George Whitesides
George WhitesidesCA-27 · 2026 Report Card: B+
Judy Chu
Judy ChuCA-28 · 2026 Report Card: A+
Luz Maria Rivas
Luz Maria RivasCA-29 · 2026 Report Card: A
Laura Friedman
Laura FriedmanCA-30 · 2026 Report Card: A+
Gil Cisneros
Gil CisnerosCA-31 · 2026 Report Card: A-
Brad Sherman
Brad ShermanCA-32 · 2026 Report Card: A+
Jimmy Gomez
Jimmy GomezCA-34 · 2026 Report Card: B+
Ted Lieu
Ted LieuCA-36 · 2026 Report Card: A
Sydney Kamlager-Dove
Sydney Kamlager-DoveCA-37 · 2026 Report Card: B+
Hilda Solis
Hilda SolisCA-38

For more than a century, the Armenian National Committee of America (ANCA) has fought to uplift the needs of the Armenian community. Throughout my career, I have been proud to stand alongside them in their fight for recognition and justice. Under my leadership, the County has declared April as Armenian History Month and April 24 as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day to celebrate the diaspora’s contributions to the County and ensure that history is never forgotten. I was honored to help establish the permanent Armenian Genocide memorial in Grand Park in Downtown Los Angeles and celebrate the 100th year anniversary of the Armenian Holy Cross Cathedral in Montebello. I am proud to have the endorsement of ANCA Western Region, and look forward to our continued partnership to advocate on behalf of Armenian-Americans nationwide.

Hilda Solis
Young Kim
Young KimCA-40 · 2026 Report Card: A-
Linda Sánchez
Linda SánchezCA-41 · 2026 Report Card: B+
Dave Min
Dave MinCA-47 · 2026 Report Card: A
Mike Levin
Mike LevinCA-49 · 2026 Report Card: A
Nevada
Dina Titus
Dina TitusNV-1 · 2026 Report Card: A+
Susie Lee
Susie LeeNV-3 · 2026 Report Card: A-
Steven Horsford
Steven HorsfordNV-4 · 2026 Report Card: A-
Texas
Joaquín Castro
Joaquín CastroTX-20 · 2026 Report Card: A
Tano Tijerina
Tano TijerinaTX-28

In Texas’s 28th District, Judge Tano Tijerina faces Rep. Henry Cuellar, who received an “F” from the ANCA and was charged in a federal indictment with accepting bribes from an oil company owned by the Government of Azerbaijan before receiving a presidential pardon in December 2025.

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California · Statewide

Xavier Becerra
Xavier BecerraGovernor
Fiona Ma
Fiona MaLieutenant Governor
Rob Bonta
Rob BontaAttorney General
Shirley Weber
Shirley WeberSecretary of State
Eleni Kounalakis
Eleni KounalakisTreasurer
Malia Cohen
Malia CohenController
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California State Senate

Scott Sakakihara
Scott SakakiharaNewSD-10

I’m proud to have the support of the Armenian National Committee of America Western Region. Their commitment to civic engagement and ensuring Armenian American voices are heard is an important part of building stronger, more inclusive communities. I’m grateful for their endorsement and look forward to working together to deliver for the East Bay.

Scott Sakakihara
Nathan Magsig
Nathan MagsigNewSD-12

I am honored to receive the endorsement of the Armenian National Committee of America Western Region. The Armenian American community has made tremendous contributions to the Central Valley and our state, and I deeply respect their commitment to preserving their heritage, advocating for their community, and standing up for freedom and human rights. As your next State Senator, I look forward to being a strong voice for the Armenian community in Sacramento and working together to protect our shared values and build a stronger California.

Nathan Magsig
Caroline Menjivar
Caroline MenjivarSD-20
Susan Rubio
Susan RubioSD-22
Brian Goldsmith
Brian GoldsmithNewSD-24

I am truly honored to earn the endorsement of the Armenian National Committee of America–Western Region. ANCA-WR members are proud of their heritage and proud advocates for their community. We share many interests, especially the fight against hate and discrimination, and the recognition that the horrors of the past must never be forgotten, lest they be repeated. I will be a strong ally of the Armenian community in the 24th District and beyond, and look forward to working together for years to come.

Brian Goldsmith
Sara Hernandez
Sara HernandezNewSD-26

I’m honored to receive the endorsement of the Armenian National Committee of America Western Region. I’ve been fortunate to work alongside Armenian American leaders and build lasting relationships within the community. I look forward to strengthening those partnerships and making sure Armenian American voices are heard and represented in the decisions that affect their communities.

Sara Hernandez
Bob Archuleta
Bob ArchuletaSD-30
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California State Assembly

David Tangipa
David TangipaAD-8
Eric Lucan
Eric LucanNewAD-12

I am honored to be endorsed by the Armenian National Committee of America Western Region. As the country feels increasingly divided, I continue to believe that we actually have more in common than what divides us. I am committed to working together so that every child and every family feels safe, welcome, and served with compassion. I am hoping we will work together in furtherance of that shared vision and please know my door will always be open.

Eric Lucan
Matt Haney
Matt HaneyAD-17
Catherine Stefani
Catherine StefaniAD-19
Diane Papan
Diane PapanAD-21
Juan Alanis
Juan AlanisAD-22
Patrick Ahrens
Patrick AhrensAD-26
Pilar Schiavo
Pilar SchiavoAD-40
John Harabedian
John HarabedianAD-41
Celeste Rodriguez
Celeste RodriguezAD-43
Nick Schultz
Nick SchultzAD-44

I am deeply honored and grateful to receive the endorsement of the Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region for my reelection to the California State Assembly. I value the ANCA-WR’s steadfast commitment to civic engagement, human rights, and the Armenian American community. I proudly represent the largest population of Armenian Americans in the California state. I look forward to continuing our work together to advocate for their Armenian American community.

Nick Schultz
Jesse Gabriel
Jesse GabrielAD-46
Blanca Rubio
Blanca RubioAD-48
Mike Fong
Mike FongAD-49
Rick Chavez Zbur
Rick Chavez ZburAD-51
Jessica Caloza
Jessica CalozaAD-52
Mark Gonzalez
Mark GonzalezAD-54
Lisa Calderon
Lisa CalderonAD-56
Phillip Chen
Phillip ChenNewAD-59
Blanca Pacheco
Blanca PachecoAD-64
Ayanna Davis
Ayanna DavisNewAD-65

I am honored to earn the endorsement of the Armenian National Committee of America-Western Region. In the State Assembly, I will be a strong partner in combating anti-Armenian hate and supporting Armenian American families. I look forward to working alongside ANCA-Western Region to advance these shared priorities and ensure that Armenian American communities have a strong voice in Sacramento.

Ayanna Davis
Mark Pulido
Mark PulidoNewAD-67
Tri Ta
Tri TaNewAD-70
Cottie Petrie-Norris
Cottie Petrie-NorrisNewAD-73
Laurie Davies
Laurie DaviesNewAD-74
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City & County of Los Angeles

Both races are headed to the November 3 runoff.

Jose Ugarte
Jose UgarteLA City Council, District 9
Robert Luna
Robert LunaLos Angeles County Sheriff
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City of Burbank & Burbank Unified School District

These endorsements were made by the ANCA Burbank Chapter.

Nikki Perez
Nikki PerezNewBurbank City Council
Tamala Takahashi
Tamala TakahashiNewBurbank City Council
David Donahue
David DonahueNewBurbank City Council
Paul Gerard
Paul GerardNewBUSD Board, Trustee Area 3
George Saikali
George SaikaliNewBUSD Board, Trustee Area 4
Kimberley Clark
Kimberley ClarkNewBurbank City Clerk
Krystle Ang Palmer
Krystle Ang PalmerNewBurbank City Treasurer
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Elected in the June Primary

These ANCA-WR endorsed candidates won their races outright on June 2 and do not appear on the November ballot.

Hugo Soto-Martínez
Hugo Soto-MartínezLA City Council, District 13

It is an honor to earn the endorsement of ANCA-WR. Representing Little Armenia means fighting every day for a community with deep roots, cultural pride, and a long history of resilience. I remain committed to standing with Armenian families, protecting Armenian small businesses and institutions, confronting Armenophobia and genocide denial, and advocating for justice and human rights for Armenians everywhere, from Los Angeles to Artsakh and Armenia.

Hugo Soto-Martínez
Kelly Gonez
Kelly GonezLAUSD Board of Education, District 6
Jeff Prang
Jeff PrangLos Angeles County Assessor

I am deeply honored to receive the endorsement of the Armenian National Committee of America – Western Region.

I am grateful for their support and for the trust they have placed in me. The Armenian-American community has long played a vital role in strengthening Los Angeles County through civic engagement, public service, entrepreneurship, and community leadership.

Over the years, I have been proud and privileged to stand with the Armenian-American community in support of Armenian Genocide remembrance and recognition, and to honor the resilience, history, and contributions of Armenian Americans throughout our region.

This endorsement is especially meaningful, and I look forward to continuing our work together to ensure fair, effective, and responsive service for all residents of Los Angeles County.

I also appreciate ANCA-WR’s longstanding advocacy and the important work they do to promote civic engagement, historical recognition, human rights, and community empowerment throughout Los Angeles County and beyond.

Jeff Prang
María Elena Durazo
María Elena DurazoBoard of Supervisors, District 1
Lindsey Horvath
Lindsey HorvathBoard of Supervisors, District 3

I’m grateful for the support and endorsement of ANCA-WR as we continue working to uplift and advocate for justice for Los Angeles County’s vibrant Armenian community. Together, let’s keep building a safer, more affordable future in LA for generations of the Armenian diaspora to come.

Lindsey Horvath
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General Election Information

California · November 3, 2026

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Nevada · November 3, 2026

  • Every active registered voter is mailed a ballot. Mailed ballots postmarked by Election Day count if they reach the county by 5 p.m. on Saturday, November 7.
  • Early voting runs Saturday, October 17 through Friday, October 30.
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  • Polls, drop boxes and hand delivery close at 7 p.m. on Election Day.

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